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"In Dublin's Fair City, where the girls are so pretty, I first set my eyes on sweet Molly Malone"
As one of Europe's most popular destinations, Dublin offers visitors an endless amount of things to see and do. The city is steeped in a rich cultural heritage that begs to be explored. All year round, the city is alive with music, art and theatre of all kinds, and of course, art galleries and museums abound. The city is divided into Quarters; Medieval, Antique, Georgian, Tech, Cultural & Dame, all with something unique and fun to offer.
Familiarise yourself with the city by taking one of the many tour options available, from the guided hop on/hop off double decker bus tours to the Viking Splash Tour that takes you over land and sea in an amphibious vehicle.
The beauty of Dublin
is that most of the city and its tourist attractions are accessible on
foot, however, there are also excellent transport options including the
Dart (commuter rail), the Luas (Tram) and Dublin Bus. The Conference
Hotel is a 20 minute walk from the city centre. Things to do in Dublin
Click here for an expanded list of suggested activities, provided by our Local Arrangements Committee
For shopping enthusiasts, Dublin city is a shopping mecca with everything from large department stores to independent boutiques stocking leading Irish and international designers. Grafton Street, St. Stephen's Green and Henry Street are
some of the main shopping streets, but venture off the beaten track from any of the main streets to find some amazing shops. Be sure to visit Brown Thomas on Grafton Street - Ireland's answer to Selfridges!North of the 'Liffey' - visit O'Connell Street to see the GPO (HQ during the 1916 Easter rising), the Spire of Dublin and the Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship at the Docklands.
A visit to Dublin city would not be complete without a trip to the world famous Guinness Storehouse, home of the traditional pint of Guinness. You can take the visitor tour and enjoy a pint of the 'black stuff' in the fabulous surroundings of the Gravity Bar.
For literary lovers, Dublin's Writers museum is a must see, as the collection features Dublin's literary celebrities over the past 300 years, including Yeats, Wilde & Joyce.
For a peek at Dublin's heritage, Dublinia and the Viking World, located in the heart of Dublin's medieval city, helps bring medieval Dublin to life in a way that is entertaining and historical.Another unique attraction located in the heart of a Trinity College is the Book of Kells a 9th century biblical manuscript, which contains the four gospels in Latin written on vellum. While there take a walk around the famous Trinity College itself.
Art enthusiasts will enjoy Dublin's variety of museums including the Irish Museum of Modern Art, a The National Museum of Ireland and the National Gallery of Ireland - all of which offer free admission to visitors.
Dublin also has a rich music and theatre scene, with many of the main theaters and arenas within walking distance of the city center.No journey to Dublin would be complete without visiting the famous Temple Bar area. Here you can grab a bite to eat, walk the famous cobbled streets, soak up the lively atmosphere in one of the many pubs, and listen to some of the best live traditional music in the city. Be warned - it will be full of tourists but the 'craic' will be great.
Some local favourites:
Take a turn off any of the main shopping streets and you'll find the most amazing bars,cafes & restaurants with something for everyone; Michelin Star favourites such as Chapter One and L'Ecrivain, to Marco Pierre White's Steak House, to a whole host of independent restaurants serving the best in Irish & international cuisine. Bono & the U2 crew are known to regularly visit Eden Bar & Grill. There's just too many options to list here, so use Trip Advisor to help narrow down your search. One thing for sure is - you won't be hungry or thirsty!!! Visit the Westbury Hotel, one of Dublin's leading hotels for the best afternoon tea in the city. Head next door to Bruxelles, second home to Thin Lizzy in the 60's & 70's for a relaxing drink, and watch the world go by, a stones throw from one of Dublin's busiest shopping areas - Grafton Street.
Enjoy Dublin's finest tapas at the Market Bar, before catching some fantastic live music at Whelan's or a pint of the 'black stuff' at Doheny & Nesbitts on Baggott Street
Click here for more information and city maps.
Transportation
The DoubleTree by Hilton Dublin
hotel is located in the heart of Dublin’s leafy Southside and is only 20
minutes’ walk from Dublin’s city centre, offering views over the city, a chic
bar, and an elegant restaurant.
The hotel is approximately 15kms from Dublin Airport, with taxi fares averaging around €30 depending on time of day / traffic.
The ‘aircoach’ serves this hotel directly and a number of others
along the route. Click here for further information, prices and route
map.
Click here for more information about transportation from the DoubleTree.
