Travel guide · Ireland
Dublin: what to see and when to go
Dublin is a compact, friendly capital on the River Liffey, with Georgian squares, historic pubs and a great literary tradition, from Joyce to Beckett. It combines easily with day trips to the cliffs of Howth, the Wicklow Mountains or the ancient sites of the Boyne Valley.
What to see and do in Dublin
Trinity College and the Book of Kells
A 9th-century illuminated manuscript and the Long Room library.
Traditional pubs
Live music sessions: go beyond Temple Bar to pubs like The Cobblestone in Smithfield.
Guinness Storehouse
The story of the stout, with a pint in the Gravity Bar overlooking the city.
Kilmainham Gaol
The prison where leaders of Irish independence were held; book ahead.
Howth
A fishing village on a peninsula with a clifftop walk, 30 minutes away on the DART train.
Best time to go
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 hr, 15 min | ≈ €70 · See flights |
| New York | 7 hr, 15 min | ≈ €420 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 11 hr, 15 min | ≈ €560 · See flights |
| Dubai | 8 hr, 15 min | ≈ €480 · See flights |
| Singapore | 15 hr | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Sydney | 22 hr, 45 min | ≈ €830 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €410 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Ireland
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- nightlife · city · culture
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- Around St Stephen's Green and the Georgian quarter for the centre; Portobello or Stoneybatter for pubs and a local feel.Find a place to stay in Dublin
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Dublin and when should you go?
Average highs range from 8° in January to 19° in July.
How many days do you need in Dublin?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Dublin cost?
Accommodation runs at around €110 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €410 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Dublin?
Around St Stephen's Green and the Georgian quarter for the centre; Portobello or Stoneybatter for pubs and a local feel.
