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Dublin travel guide

Pubs, Georgian squares and the Book of Kells

The Ha'penny Bridge over the Liffey. Photo: unknown, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

1hflight from London
DUBnearest main airport
15° in Julwarmest month
6° in Febcoolest month

Dublin is a friendly, walkable capital on the River Liffey, known for its pubs, literary history and Georgian squares. Trinity College's Book of Kells and the Guinness Storehouse are the top sights.

Temple Bar is busy and touristy; quieter pubs with live music are just a few streets away.

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What Dublin is known for

  • Guinness

    The Storehouse and its rooftop bar.

  • Book of Kells

    A medieval manuscript at Trinity.

  • Pubs and music

    Live sessions every night.

  • Writers

    Joyce, Wilde and Beckett.

Top things to do in Dublin

  1. 1

    Trinity College and the Book of Kells

    Plus the stunning Long Room library.

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  2. 2

    The Guinness Storehouse

    Finish with a pint in the Gravity Bar.

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  3. 3

    Kilmainham Gaol

    A former prison at the heart of Irish history.

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  4. 4

    Temple Bar

    Lively pubs and music, but pricey.

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  5. 5

    St Stephen's Green

    A Victorian park in the centre.

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  6. 6

    Howth

    A cliff walk and seafood by DART train.

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Where to stay in Dublin

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Best time to visit Dublin

Best value: Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct. May to September for the best weather; March for St Patrick's Day.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 1h from London to DUB, and flights from most UK airports.

Walk the centre. Luas trams, buses and DART trains go further.

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Good to know

  • Book the Book of Kells and Kilmainham Gaol ahead.
  • Hotels are expensive, especially at weekends.
  • Bring photo ID: airlines ask for it.
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Dublin FAQ

How many days in Dublin?

Two or three days.

Do I need a passport?

No passport control, but airlines need photo ID.

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