Dublin travel guide
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You're Going to Love Dublin
With 1.02 million inhabitants, Dublin is the most populous city in Ireland. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dublin to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Dublin
Temple Bar - St. Stephen's Green is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Dublin. These include popular favourites such as D'Olier Street (D’Olier Chambers D’Olier Street), Il Caffe Di Napoli (41 Westland Row) and Full Moon (8 Parliament Street). If you’re looking for affordable options, Big Fan (16 Aungier Street) and Delahunt (39 Camden Street Lower) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Shouk (40 Drumcondra Rd Lower Drumcondra) and Urban Brewing Bar & Restaurant (The Chq Building) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Dublin.
When to visit Dublin
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dublin in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 79 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Dublin, with an average rainfall of 49 mm.
How to Get to Dublin
Plane
When flying to Dublin, you’ll arrive at Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Dublin departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.
Train
Located 3 miles from the city centre, Dublin Port (Irish Ferries) is the busiest station in Dublin. Another popular train station is Dublin Port (Stena), located 3 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Dublin is to pick up a car hire from Cork, which is about 136 miles from Dublin. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Cork.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dublin, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Bus. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dublin takes 110 miles and will cost you around €24. From Cork, the ticket costs about €31 for a journey of 180 miles. The most popular bus station is Dublin Busáras, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of Dublin. Dublin Aston Quay is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Dublin
Airlines serving Dublin
Where to stay in Dublin
From 5-star hotels such as the The Merrion to great affordable options like the Gardiner Lodge, Dublin offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €289 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Kilronan Guesthouse and Jacobs Inn Dublin. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Dublin, with prices from €30 to €431 per night. Temple Bar - St. Stephen's Green is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Dublin are about 7% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dublin
Most booked hotels in Dublin
Hiring a car in Dublin
Hiring a car in Dublin costs €29 per day, on average. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Sixt are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Dublin is the Sixt branch at Terminal 1 and 2, which is 6 miles from the city centre.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Dublin.
Expect to pay €1.79 per litre in Dublin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.40 and €28.53. The most frequently booked car type in Dublin is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.