A ramble through history
Dublin is one of the world's best-preserved cities—and its story is even longer than Ulysses. Discover the illuminated manuscripts at Trinity College, walk the leafy streets of Georgian Dublin, and tour iconic spots like the Guinness Storehouse and the Little Museum. You'll be spellbound right through from the Book of Kells to Bono.
Learn MoreAn exceptional pantry
Dublin has plenty on the menu, from low-key local secrets to gourmet tasting menus. First, try home-spun favourites like stew and soda bread, then experience how top chefs are redefining traditional Irish recipes for the 21st century. To whet your appetite, hop among an abundance of cool new distilleries and craft microbreweries.
Learn MoreA staple of the city
Pubs are the beating heart of the city's music scene. A night out is nothing without music, so cosy up by a crackling fire, sip a pint of rich stout or porter, and sing along shoulder-to-shoulder with the crowd. At night, every type of music spills from the lamp-lit pubs—whatever your taste, you'll find something to stir the soul.
Learn MoreDublin's biggest party
Dublin comes alive on New Year's Eve. Throw yourself into the celebrations that take over the city streets, then ring in 2025 by singing Auld Lang Syne in the atmospheric surrounds of Dublin Castle. The party lasts four days overall, and the diverse schedule packs in family-friendly events alongside light shows and live music.
Learn MoreA celebration of music
Trad Fest is a celebration of traditional Irish music that takes place 22–26 January. You can hear the country's best musicians in intimate settings around the city, and be among the first to discover emerging talent. Events pop up everyday and everywhere, from the most raucous pubs to the most historic churches, castles, and mills.
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