A UNESCO City of Literature, a historic powerhouse and a super-cool capital that’s been named Europe’s friendliest city twice by TripAdvisor.
Feel the Dublin buzz
Welcome to Dublin, a city that's as intimate as a village and as friendly as an Irish pub. Framed by mountains, centred on a river and edged by a beautiful bay, the city's streets and alleys are filled with vibrant art and historic buildings, hip cafés and traditional "old man" pubs, as Dubliners call them. Walk the streets and you'll feel the energy of over 1,000 years of history, as echoes of the Vikings mix with buzzing boutiques, cobbled streets reverberate with the sounds of buskers, and 18th century parks play host to festivals, film and food markets.


George's Street Arcade, Dublin city
City by the sea
Dublin is a resoundingly social place, packed with culture, creativity and craic (fun). You'll see it in the busy pubs, in the rolling nightlife scene, in the music and in the chat. But this ancient gem basks in natural beauty, too. Head out beyond the city, and the UNESCO Biosphere of Dublin Bay opens up with coastal walks, little villages, wide sea views and rugged mountain backdrops. Take to the Dublin mountains for a hike, go rock-climbing in Dalkey Quarry, walk the cliff path at Howth or join the Dublin hardcore who sea-swim whatever the weather. There's an adventure around every corner.
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City Kayaking
City Kayaking in Dublin City, allows you to explore Dublin’s most famous river and take in its iconic city centre landmarks from a different angle. Their Music Under the Bridges live music tour paddles occur on Wednesdays and Sundays, and is a memorable way to enjoy the acoustics of Dublin's most iconic bridges, turned into private stages for their guests.
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Experience Glasnevin: Ireland's National Cemetery
Experience Glasnevin: Ireland's National Cemetery, in County Dublin, is Ireland's largest cemetery. Since 1832, more than 1.5 million people have been buried here including, Daniel O'Connell, Michael Collins, Charles Stewart Parnell, Maud Gonne and Eamon DeValera.
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Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
Dalkey Castle, dating from 1390, is located in South County Dublin in the lovely heritage town of Dalkey. The Castle has living history actors ready to welcome visitors and bring history to life. All tours must be booked online.
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Rafting.ie
Rafting.ie in Palmerstown, County Dublin, offer exhilarating rafting adventures for both young and old on Dublin's famous River Liffey.
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Chester Beatty
Situated in the heart of Dublin City centre, the Chester Beatty exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world - Asia, Middle East, North Africa and Europe.
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Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Visit the home of Jameson at Jameson Distillery Bow St. founded by John Jameson in 1780. Enjoy distillery tours, premium whiskey tastings, a cocktail masterclass, pot still whiskey and chocolate pairings. Sample whiskey straight from a cask in Dublin’s only maturation warehouse, or create your own blend to take home.
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Dublin Bay Cruises
With five trips between Dublin City Centre, Dún Laoghaire and Howth departing each day, Dublin Bay Cruises, located on Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin City, offer the optimum way to experience Dublin’s coastline. The 75 minute cruise is a relaxing way to take in many famous landmarks and even see wildlife.
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Kellogg's Skyline Croke Park Tour
Kellogg's Skyline Croke Park Tour is a sightseeing tour from the roof of Croke Park, Europe’s third largest stadium. Enjoy some of the best views of Dublin from 17 storeys high and delve into the history surrounding the city’s best known landmarks.
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Museum of Literature Ireland
Whether you are new to Irish literature or an expert, you will be inspired and surprised at MoLI – The Museum of Literature Ireland. Located at 86 St. Stephens Green in the historic UCD Newman House, where James Joyce once studied, MoLI is an interactive celebration of Irish poets, playwrights and novelists. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Irish literature. The Commons Café and MoLi Shop are free to visit.
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Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Experience first hand the sights and sounds of a fully operational distillery. The Teeling Whiskey Distillery is one of Dublin City’s premier destinations for whiskey fans and for anyone with an interest in the history of Dublin distilling.
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Howth Adventures
Howth Adventures offers walking, hiking, e-biking and boat trips on the beautiful Howth Peninsula in County Dublin. Local guides, who know all the best viewpoints and beauty spots, will take you off the beaten track to discover the heart of this famous and striking Dublin Peninsula, with dramatic sea cliffs, blankets of wildflowers and hidden beaches.
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Airfield Estate
Airfield Estate, Dundrum, is Dublin's only urban working farm open to the public all year round. It is a perfect family day out. On the estate you will find many attractions including the Overend family home, kitchen, gardens, vintage cars, play areas and farm, where you can collect eggs and see animals being milked and fed.
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Experience Gaelic Games
Experience Gaelic Games, in Dublin City, is an Irish cultural experience consisting of light outdoor and indoor activity. Take part in an educational, cultural, fun activity, and enjoy something that you can only do when in Ireland.
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St Patrick's Cathedral
St Patrick’s Cathedral is one of Dublin City's most popular attractions. Founded in 1191 and with a history that dates back to 450 AD, the Cathedral is one of the few buildings left from the medieval city of Dublin. Jonathan Swift, Dean of St Patrick's, is one of around 700 burials on the site.
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Dublinia
Dublinia, located at the crossroads of the Medieval city at Christchurch in Dublin, brings history to life in an exciting way for all to engage, learn and share. Explore Viking Dublin's lifestyle, talk to the living history guides and experience the sights and sounds of Medieval Dublin. Learn about archaeology methods and climb St. Michael's Tower for great views of the city.
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Hidden Howth Experiences
Live, feel and breathe Ireland as though you were a native on one of the specially designed tours and experiences. Hidden Howth Experiences, in County Dublin, has the adventure to suit everyone from hikers, casual walkers or foodies.
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Surfdock Watersports
Surfdock Watersports offers windsurfing and sailing courses at Grand Canal Dock, just 5 minutes from Dublin City centre. They also stock popular brands of water sports equipment and surf wear in their Surf Shop.
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Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin City is a leading visitor attraction and has been a place of pilgrimage for almost 1,000 years.
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Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery
Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery, located in the heart of Dublin City, is the vibrant home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey, where tradition meets innovation in every sip.
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The Jeanie Johnston
Follow in the footsteps of those who fled the Famine to North America on board the Jeanie Johnston, a replica famine ship situated in Dublin's Docklands. Hear the remarkable stories of the thousands of Irish people who embarked on a treacherous voyage in the hope of a better life.
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Goat Boat Tours
Goat Boat Tours give memorable and intimate boat tours within Dublin Bay. Tours leave from Dun Laoghaire Harbour, which is easily accessed by the D.A.R.T. Witness incredible scenery, wildlife and jaw dropping houses. Hear the rich stories of Dublin Bay.
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Biking.ie - Ballinastoe Mountain Bike Trail
Biking.ie - Ballinastoe Mountain Bike Trail operates a bike rental and guided tours service along with their Trails Café at Ballinastoe National Mountain Bike Centre in the Wicklow Mountains. They provide bicycle rental and custom guided bike tours starting and finishing in the majestic heather covered Wicklow Mountains overlooking the east coastline of Ireland.
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Viking Splash Tours
A thrilling tour around the main sights of Dublin City - by land and water! Let the Vikings show you the sites and scenes of the capital city from a World War II amphibious vehicle – all whilst our Viking guides deliver an informative, entertaining and engaging commentary.
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Pearse Lyons Distillery
Founded by Pearse and Deirdre Lyons, Pearse Lyons Distillery is a working distillery in the former St James Church, with the glass steeple. Discover fascinating local history, compelling characters and, of course, the signature Pearse Irish Whiskey at Dublin’s only boutique distillery.
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14 Henrietta Street
14 Henrietta Street is a must-see for anyone with an interest in the history of Dublin City. See the house, hear its stories and discover the layers of Dublin history within its walls, going back 300 years.
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Malahide Castle and Gardens
Malahide Castle and Gardens is on 250 acres of parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide in County Dublin. It was both a fortress and a private home for nearly 800 years and has an interesting mix of architectural styles. It is popular for its guided tours of the castle interior, children's playground, fairy trail, butterfly house, old abbey ruins, walking trails, Avoca store and café and the Talbot Botanic Gardens with exotic specimens.
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Windmill Lane Recording Studios
Visit the Windmill Lane Recording Studios visitor experience in Ringsend, Dublin City, where various iconic artists from the Rolling Stones to U2 have created and recorded music.
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National Library of Ireland
The National Library of Ireland, situated in Dublin City, is home to more than 12 million items. It hosts an award winning exhibition about W.B. Yeats as well as children’s exhibitions. Free guided tours are offered. The Library hosts a wide variety of events including public lectures, poetry and music recitals, theatre, children's storytelling, creative workshops and much more.
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Irish Whiskey Museum
The Irish Whiskey Museum is based in the heart of Dublin City in a historic building on Grafton Street. Come learn the complete and unbiased history of Irish whiskey and its importance in Ireland’s turbulent past. The Classic tour takes about an hour, or you can try the Whiskey Blending Experience and bring home a small bottle of your own blend (1.5 hours). Or come have a Whiskey tour and Brunch (1.5 hours). Visitors can attend various events on the weekends.
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GPO Museum
The award winning GPO Museum is a must-see experience on any list of things to do in Dublin. Step inside the walls of the iconic GPO (General Post Office) and witness the events that transformed a nation!
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Skerries Mills
Skerries Mills, in North County Dublin, is a heritage centre made up of two historic windmills, a watermill, a mill pond, mill races and wetlands. The mill complex also houses the Watermill Café, a gallery which showcases local art, and an award winning craft shop.
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Johnnie Fox's Pub and Restaurant
Established in 1798, Johnnie Fox's Pub & Restaurant is one of the oldest pubs in Ireland. Renowned for being the highest pub in the country, it is nestled in the peaceful township of Glencullen and surrounded by the beautiful serenity of the Dublin Mountains.
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The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience
The Irish Rock‘N’Roll Museum Experience is a behind the scenes, VIP, Access-All-Areas tour of one of Dublin's top music venues and recording studios. Be inspired by the Museum and Studios, then sing your heart out and record your very own Demo track. Walk off the street and onto the stage with a top-of-the-range immersive and theatrical rock ‘n’ roll experience.
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Abbey Theatre
The Abbey Theatre, in Dublin City, is Ireland’s national theatre. They make urgent theatre and are committed to lead in the telling of the whole Irish story.
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The Dublin Liberties Distillery
The Dublin Liberties Distillery, established in 2019, is a whiskey experience in the heart of Dublin City. Please note: The distillery is temporarily closed and tours are currently unavailable.
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Custom House Visitor Centre
Visit the Custom House Visitor Centre and discover the fascinating history of Dublin City's Custom House. The 18th century architectural masterpiece by James Gandon stands sentinel over the River Liffey. The Custom House Visitor Centre explores the stories connected to the building and encompasses 230 years of Irish History.
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Kayaking.ie
Kayaking.ie offer tours and trips for all age and ability levels in beautiful places full of wildlife. Kayak with the seals at Dalkey Island (20 mins from Dublin) or experience the hidden world of Dublin’s Strawberry Beds from the famous River Liffey.
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Silverworks
At Silverworks, Drury Street in the heart of Dublin City's Creative Quarter, a visitor can create a sterling silver ring, Claddagh ring or charm during one of their 2 hour classes. The classes are kept small and are taught by experienced jewellers. They are suitable for everyone, from age ten years and up.
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Hugh Lane Gallery
The Hugh Lane Gallery, located on Parnell Square North, Dublin City, houses one of Ireland's most exciting collections of modern and contemporary Irish and international art. Established in 1908, Hugh Lane became the home of artist Francis Bacon’s perfectly preserved studio in 1998. The gallery is free to visit.
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The National Leprechaun Museum
The National Leprechaun Museum in Dublin City takes visitors deep into Celtic culture and folklore to discover what really lies behind tales of leprechauns, rainbows and pots of gold. Suitable for ages 7 years and up.
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National Maritime Museum of Ireland
The National Maritime Museum, Dún Laoghaire is a unique hands-on museum housed in the impressive 180 year old Mariners’ Church, only a few minutes’ walk from the DART station. It showcases a wide range of objects, pictures, paintings and documents relating to Ireland’s colourful maritime heritage, from the early days to modern times.
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National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street
Walk into the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street and you are magically transported back in time to see famous Celtic artefacts. St Patrick's Bell, the Tara Brooch, the Ardagh Chalice, ancient Gold, Viking and Medieval items and bog bodies are waiting for you to discover. A stroll through time will take you all the way back to 7000 BC. It is a must see on your visit to Dublin.
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Pat Liddy's Walking Tours of Dublin Ltd
Pat Liddy's Walking Tours of Dublin offer both public and private walking tours of Dublin City. Historian Pat Liddy and his team of highly trained, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic guides will point out the city’s myriads of hidden gems and their intriguing stories, as well as many of the more famous places. Pat Liddy himself is an Irish artist, historian, author, illustrator, mapmaker and environmental lobbyist who has helped to make Dublin a global tourist attraction.
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James Joyce Museum
The James Joyce Tower, in Sandycove Dublin, holds a museum devoted to the life and works of James Joyce, who made the tower the setting for the first chapter of his masterpiece, Ulysses.
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Dublin Discovered Boat Tours
This 45 minute cruise along Dublin's famous River Liffey with Dublin Discovered Boat Tours is enjoyable for all ages and is a delightful way to discover the city of Dublin on the water.
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National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks
The National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Dublin City, is home to a wide range of objects which include weaponry, furniture, silver, ceramics and glassware, as well as examples of folk life and costume.
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Newbridge House & Farm
Newbridge House is an 18th century Georgian mansion with original furnishings about a 15 minute drive from Dublin Airport. It is set in 370 acres of beautiful parkland including a working farm, an excellent children's playground, a café and a range of seasonal events. It is a great day out for all ages.
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Hilltoptreks
Hilltoptreks is an Irish company based in Dublin that has been organising fantastic walking and adventure holidays and day tours in Ireland for numerous years. They pride themselves on giving you a deeper insight into Ireland, its culture, music, people and its most beautiful landscapes.
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National Museum of Ireland, Merrion Street
The National Museum of Ireland on Merrion Street has now closed to the public for a full refurbishment project, you can find further information on their website.
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Delicious Dublin Tours
Delicious Dublin Tours runs walking food tours of Dublin City Centre led by local food experts. Sample delicious Irish fare and learn about the history of Irish food as well as Dublin's modern food scene.
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GAA Museum - Croke Park
Croke Park is an iconic stadium, which has been at the heart of Irish sporting and cultural life for over 100 years. Enjoy an unrivalled state-of-the-art interactive visitor experience and learn about Ireland’s national games, hurling and GAA football (like soccer where both hands and feet are used). Families with younger children can book a tour with the Museum mascot Cluasóg, the Irish hare.
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Ski Club of Ireland
The Ski Club of Ireland operates the only artificial or dry slope facility in the Republic of Ireland. They are located in Kilternan, in south County Dublin, and offer something for all levels of skiing, snowboarding and tubing.
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