Dublin what to see and what to do in the Irish capital

Dublin it is a city that experiences the thrill of a daily metamorphosis, of a modernization that pervades its fabrics and fills the streets with a lively crowd, made up of many young faces of all nationalities, who above all appreciate the family atmosphere, more from a small town to a swampy capital. The credit for the rebirth goes to the new economy, local news reports. Where is Dublin located. Capital ofIreland, island to the west of Britain. Dublin is the capital of Ireland (EIRE), an independent country unlikenorthern Ireland, with capital Belfast, which is part of the UK. The purchase of the is recommended Dublin Pass to get around the city far and wide at low costs.

What to see in Dublin Ireland

Who landed at Dublin  in Ireland only at the beginning of the 10s did he find a city in decline, on the verge of a nervous breakdown, with one of the highest unemployment and emigration rates in Europe. The arrival of investors from all over the world, in particular IT and telecommunications companies and multinationals, attracted by a favorable policy of settlements (XNUMX% tax on profits, the lowest percentage in Europe), has turned the tide of a city and a country, making it a precious hub of neotechnology and wealth. The signs of well-being they can be seen almost everywhere. In just a few years, new neighbourhoods, buildings and shopping centers have sprung up like mushrooms where abandoned areas and decommissioned warehouses reigned.

Powerful and luxury cars parade along the usual streets (some too narrow for heavy traffic); on the Dublin river,  Liffey, which cuts the city in two, is a continuous coming and going of cruise ships and beautiful boats, which dock at the port. We see what to see in Dublin, the fascinating Irish city, in this slim Dublin Guide. You can also learn more with these three tours of Dublin.

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• Dublin unusual tour

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1 Grafron Street, Dublin's shopping street

And they are just a few examples, snapshots of a city that has boarded the tram of the future, while keeping its usual soul intact: the red brick houses, with Georgian style doors in bright colors (useful, it seems, to rediscover your home when you return drunk from the pub), the intimacy of Grafton Street, the most elegant street for shopping and strolling, on whose corners singer-songwriters and street artists do not give up performing; the allure of Trinity College, the prestigious university, with the immense wooden library; the cult of James Joyce, whose statue presides over the corner undisturbed O'Connell Street with Earl Street North, and of the places described in theUlysse; the pleasure of meeting and chatting in the pub (some, like the old Mulligan's, even invite customers to abstain from using their mobile phones).

2 Trinity College

Il Trinity College was founded in 1592 by Elizabeth I. The aim was to not allow young Irish people to choose other European cities with the risk of leaving Protestantism for the Catholic religion. It houses an ancient library (Old Library) dating back to the 700th century. The Trinity College it has all the characteristics of UK colleges: lawn, cobblestones, statues, etc. Closed at Christmas e New Year. The opening hours from October to April are from 9,30 to 17,00 on weekdays, on Sundays and weekdays from 12,00 to 16,30; from May to September they are from 9,30 to 17,00 on weekdays, on Sundays and weekdays from 9,30 to 16,30.

3 National Gallery

Within the National Gallery, Dublin it is possible to admire great artists such as Cravaggio, El Greco, Goya, Picasso, Monet, Rembrandt, Titian, Tintoretto, Vermeer, Velazquez, Mantegna, Degas, Beato Angelico. Inside there are also local, Irish and English artists.

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4 Dublin Castle: Dublin Castle

Il Dublin Castle (Dublin Castle) represents the largest fortress in Ireland. Built at the beginning of the XNUMXth century, for reasons related to the defense of the city. The manor has a crypt, where the remains of the Viking fortifications are found, a clock tower located in the castle walls, where the Chester Beatty Library which houses religious relics (Bible, Koran, etc.) and cultural relics. The castle can only be visited with guided tours (lasting approximately 40 minutes), with opening hours ranging from 10,00 to 17,00 (Monday-Friday) and from 14,00 to 17,00 (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays) . Entry to the manor is permitted up to one hour before closing. Entrance is paid.

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5 St. Stephen's Green

Among the things to see in Dublin there is St. Stephen's Green, the best-known park in the Irish capital. Located not far from Trinity College. Over the years it was first a free place, intended for grazing. Then, after the creation of the park (second half of the 1814th century), it was accessible to citizens except in the period 1877-XNUMX when the park remained accessible only to the wealthiest citizens. Today the park is a destination for families, singles and tourists who want to camp out.

6 Christchurch Cathedral

La Christchurch Cathedral it represents the oldest building in the city. It dates back to the 9,00th century but in recent centuries it has had a major renovation. Much of what we admire today dates back to the 18,00th century. The opening hours are, from June to August, from Monday to Friday, from 10,00 to 16,30; on Saturdays from 12,45 to 14,45; on Sundays from 9,45pm to 17,00pm. In the remaining months the opening hours are from 10,00am to 16,30pm (Monday to Friday); from 12,45 to 14,45 (Saturday); from XNUMXpm to XNUMXpm (Sunday). Entrance is paid.

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Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin - Photo by Mary Bettini Blank

What to do in Dublin

7 St. Patrick's Day in Dublin

If you are still wondering in Dublin what to visit and, above all, what to do, don't miss the most heartfelt and exalted party in Dublin and throughout Ireland which is the one dedicated to Saint Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland celebrated on 17 March. The Saint Patrick's Day is characterized by the great participation of the people and the historic parade that takes place every year through the streets of Dublin. Another relevant detail is the presence of clover on shirts, hats, scarves or anything else. The important thing is to "water" the clover with some beer which, during the Saint Patrick's Day, is served abundantly and in the dominant color on this day of celebration: green. However, the color orange, the symbol of England, has been banned for a day. There St. Patrick's Day has gradually become a sort of celebration of being Irish but also of feeling Irish, at any latitude in the world and regardless of nationality because, as taught by Irish proverb, "Everybody is Irish on March 17th".

8 Dublin and music

The love for traditional music and home artists, Bond e U2 in the head, which is not uncommon to see mixed with people, in shops and clubs. In short, global yes, but still a great village, the new one Dublin. “Just think - explains Chiara, our guide - that even the numbering of the houses has remained incomplete, many buildings have never had a number, but only a name, because everyone here knows everything”.

9 Nightlife, where to eat in Dublin: Temple Bar

What to visit in Dublin. On weekends, bars and restaurants are always crowded and you risk not finding a seat eat and drink if you have not booked in advance, while in the most popular pubs in the center and in Temple Bar (a sort of Dublin Monmartre) you are often forced to queue for a pint of "stout", dark beer. Modernism has also brushed the old relics again: the ancient chimney of the Jameson distilleries, the most famous whiskey in Ireland, has been transformed into a panoramic lift complete with a museum. In the same area, the center of traditional Irish music (the suggestive Ceol), houses, shops, a hotel and many other services have found space; while in the Guinness headquarters, the "stout" symbol and pride of the country, perennially wrapped in the sweetish aroma of fermented malt and hops, a pharaonic was set up Guinness Store House, with an atelier, a multimedia museum, a restaurant and a panoramic terrace, from which it is very pleasant to spy on the city rooftops.

10 How to get there and how to get around Dublin

Dublin airport. Dublin Airport (Dublin International Airport) is located about 12 km from the city center. From the airport, to reach the centre, we recommend taking aAircoach“, active at all hours. The price is around 8 euros. Alternatively you can opt for a taxi whose price is significantly higher. To get around Dublin we recommend taking local buses (Dublin Bus) if you don't have the opportunity to get around on foot (strongly recommended) given that the city is not very large. The use of tourist buses is also recommended (Dublin City Tour) from which you can get off at the stations of the attractions and get back on after the visit. Dublin coin. The official currency of Dublin and all of Ireland is the euro. Dublin time zone. Dublin time is one hour behind Rome and is therefore the same as London time.

11 Where to sleep in Dublin

The most common type of accommodation in Ireland and in Dublin it is the bed & breakfast. B&Bs are truly scattered everywhere, even in the smallest and most remote villages. Strong points of this type of accommodation are the warm hospitality and the abundant Irish breakfasts. The alternative is the hostel or a hotels whose rates are not always cheap even if it depends on the seasonality.

12 Dublin weather

Dublin climate. In the capital of Ireland the climate is typical oceanic, it is quite cool and humid throughout the year. Temperatures Dublin. THE temperatures in Dublin they vary from 5 degrees in winter to 16 in summer. Below are the temperatures in Dublin today, tomorrow and over the next seven days.

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