Helpful links for Visiting Ireland

Trains from Dublin to Belfast
Dublin Hotels
Best Time of Year to Visit Ireland

Top 10 Things to Do in Dublin

Up into the long room
Originally uploaded by Unhindered by Talent

There is no shortage of things to do in Dublin, Ireland. Here are our top 10 things to do while visiting Dublin:

10. Cafe en Seine

Dawson Street's homage to French Art Nouveau, Cafe en Seine is one of Dublin's most beautiful bars. Huge and decorated with all the Art Nouveau trimmings, this is the perfect place to start a night in Dublin.

9. Temple Bar Market

On Wednesday and Saturday mornings, Temple Bar Market is the place to be in Dublin. Wander through the gourmet food stalls and sample some of Dublin's finest cuisine.

8. Dublin Zoo

Established in the early 19th century and located in Dublin's beautiful Phoenix Park, the Dublin Zoo is the perfect place for family holidays to Dublin.

7. Temple Bar Nightlife

Located on the south bank of the River Liffey, Temple Bar is one of the best nightlife spots in Dublin. Walk through the winding medieval streets as you search for the best pubs in the city.

6. Dublin Castle

Visit Dublin's famous castle to take a tour of the State Apartments, chapel, Garda museum, library, and revenue museum.

5. The Guinness Factory

A tour of the brewery of Ireland's most famous beverage is a fun way to spend an afternoon in Dublin. Work your way up from the bottom floor to the top and be rewarded with a tall pint of Guinness and beautiful views over the city.

4. National Gallery

Home to some of Ireland's most beloved works of art, Dublin's National Gallery is a must-see for lovers of Irish works.

3. St. Patrick's Cathedral

The largest medieval church in Ireland, St. Patrick's Cathedral is a beautiful Gothic church in the heart of Dublin.

2. St. Stephen's Green

The most beautiful green space in Dublin, St. Stephen's Green is perfect for a picnic or a stroll in the spring and summer.

1. The Long Room, Old Library, Trinity College

Home to the Book of Kells and other famous manuscripts, the beautiful Long Room in the Old Library at Trinity College, Dublin is not to be missed on any visit.

Best Time of Year to Visit Dublin

Colourful Dublin Castle.
Originally uploaded by Yiping Lim

Due to the often inclement weather, the best time of year to visit Dublin is May-September, when the days are long and the weather is warm.

The most popular time of year to visit Dublin is July-August, which is the warmest period of the year. That said, the tourist crowds are often massive during this period, so if you want to avoid them, the best time of year to visit Dublin is May-June or September.

Another popular time to visit Dublin is for St. Patrick's Day, which takes place annually on March 17. Dublin's St. Patrick's Day parade and festival attract visitors from all over the world. If you visit Dublin for the festival, make sure to book your flights and hotels well in advance.

Trains from Dublin to Limerick

Limerick Train Station
Originally uploaded by Deirdre Saoirse Moen

Trains from Dublin to Limerick run regularly from Dublin Heuston train station to Limerick train station.

Trains from Dublin to Limerick are IC trains.

Trains leave Dublin Heuston train station for Limerick train station every hour. If you take a direct train (every odd hour at 25 minutes past the hour), the total train time from Dublin to Limerick is 2h23m.

If you take a train that requires a change (every even hour on the hour), you can change at Limerick Junction. Trains with changes at Limerick Junction have a total train time of 2h12m.

The cost of a one-way train ticket from Dublin to Limerick is 15.00 EUR for standard class. Seat reservations cost an additional 3.00 EUR.

Discount train tickets from Dublin to Cork are available for students, children, and farecard holders.

Recent articles:

Top 10 Things to Do in Dublin
Best Time of Year to Visit Dublin
Trains from Dublin to Limerick
Trains from Dublin to Cork
Trains from Dublin to Galway
Trains from Dublin to Belfast
Cost of Ireland Visa
Ireland Visa and Passport Requirements
The Blarney Stone, Blarney Castle, Ireland
Blarney Castle, Ireland
Ireland Castles
Ireland Airports
Difference between Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
Visiting Limerick, Ireland
Visiting Galway, Ireland
Visiting Cork, Ireland
Christ Church Cathedral Dublin
Ireland Holidays
Halloween in Dublin, Ireland
Dublin Castle
Dublin Deals
St Patrick's Day in Ireland
Dublin Hotels
Dylan Hotel Dublin, Ireland
The Westin Hotel Dublin
Guinness Factory, Dublin
Airlines That Fly to Ireland
Irish Currency
Driving in Ireland
Best Time of Year to Visit Ireland
Dublin Nightlife in Temple Bar
Visiting Dublin, Ireland
Welcome