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A cosmopolitan and vibrant city.
From Dublin's humble beginnings as a Viking trading port to a walled
medieval city and then - in a glorious century of expansion - to an elegant
Georgian Metropolis with wide streets, gracious squares and great houses,
neatly bordered by its two canals, whatever way you choose to experience
Dublin, the city will capture your heart.
There are many ways to see Dublin, many like to tour the city on foot,
sampling the sights, sounds and tastes of the city. Others prefer to take
a less energetic approach and avail of one of the many hop-on-hop-off
tour buses that criss-cross the city. For many their tour of Dublin is
just part of an Irish experience that takes in other parts of this beautiful
country.
Shopping in Dublin
As essential feature for any European capital, little or large is a good
shopping district. A few streets of well stocked stores with gorgeous
window displays hinting at even more treats within. Not only does Dublin
have the lively pedestrian shopping streets at the heart of the city,
replete with buskers and street performers, but there are a number of
huge shopping centres in the outskirts offering the same excellent choice
all under one roof, or go further afield to the surrounding towns where
you'll find boutiques and craft shops stocking items you know you wont
find anywhere else.
Hotels in Dublin
Dublin is packed full of hotels for any type of traveller. Whether you
are in the city for business or pleasure you will be able to find your
perfect place to stay. Some top rated hotels include the 4 star The
Gresham Hotel, the 3 star Best
Western Premier Academy Plaza Hotel, or for more hotels click
here.
Eating in Dublin
Dublin is a modern, cosmopolitan city - something that is reflected in
vast array of restaurants on offer. Whatever your taste or budget; there
is a wide variety of restaurants to choose from during your stay in Dublin.
Whatever you eat, portions will be generous, especially in pubs. With
its coastal location, it's not surprising to find so much seafood on offer
in Dublin, in particular smoked salmon and oysters area a favourite and
are usually consumed with a Guinness.
Nightlife in Dublin
Dublin is one of Europe's most popular destinations especially for short
breaks.
Dublin's popularity is mainly due to it's famous nightlife. Locals, students
and tourists mingle in Dublin's many bars and clubs all year round.
Temple bar is centrally located. It is by far the most popular place
with tourists when it comes to nightlife. In the evening Temple Bar is
buzzing, especially in the summer, with many attractions such as restaurants,
pubs, artists, musicians, hotels, hostels and variety of shops.
Grafton Street area. The side streets off Grafton Street offer a quieter
alternative to the hustle and bustle of Temple Bar. The clubs and pubs
are just as lively but attract a different type of crowd than Temple does.
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