Airport: DUB • International

Top 10 Things to Do in Dublin

Ireland Flag Ireland

Dublin Dublin Official Photo
DTW → DUB

Dublin is waiting for you — it is currently 10:33 PM (GMT) here

The warm and historic literary capital of Ireland, brimming with Georgian squares, legendary storytelling, traditional live fiddle music in historic pubs, and rich brewing heritage.

Airport Transit Info ↓
4.9 / 5.0 • Curated Traveler Guide & Report

Curated by travel specialists • Free offline PDF report available for your trip.

Find FlightWise useful? Quote your air ticket with us

We provide free airport transit guidance and curated destination guides. When you're ready to book your flights, give our flight desk a call to quote your itinerary — your call helps keep our site alive.

Trip Planning Essentials

Best Season to Visit May to September (longer daylight hours, mild weather, and lush green countryside)
Primary Commercial Airport DUB • Ireland

Airport Transit & Ground Logistics Guide

Getting from DUB to the city center and major attractions

Dublin Airport (DUB) is ~25 minutes to the city center via Dublin Express or Aircoach coaches via the Dublin Port Tunnel.

Curated Top 10 Attractions in Dublin

Ranked by traveler popularity, uniqueness, and seasonal appeal.

#1

Trinity College & The Book of Kells

Literary Heritage

Irelands oldest university (1592) housing the 9th-century illuminated Latin Gospel manuscript and the awe-inspiring 213-foot Long Room library.

Insider Tip: Pre-book timed tickets online to bypass the college square queue; morning slots offer the best light inside the Long Room.
#2

Guinness Storehouse Experience

Brewery & Panoramas

A multi-story interactive museum in St. Jamess Gate brewery, culminating in a complimentary pint poured in the 360-degree glass Gravity Bar.

Insider Tip: Learn the official six-step two-minute pour at the Guinness Academy to earn your own pouring certificate.
#3

Temple Bar & Traditional Music Sessions

Pubs & Music

Lively cobblestone quarter famous for its iconic red pub exterior, buskers, art galleries, and authentic live Irish folk music sessions.

Insider Tip: While the main Temple Bar pub is iconic for photos, walk one block over to The Brazen Head (Irelands oldest pub, 1198) for intimate music.
#4

Kilmainham Gaol Historic Tour

History & Independence

A chilling and moving 1796 former prison where leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising and Irish independence struggle were held and executed.

Insider Tip: Tickets sell out weeks in advance; they are released on the official website precisely 28 days beforehand at midnight Irish time.
#5

St. Stephens Green & Grafton Street

Parks & Shopping

A Victorian park with ornamental lakes and gardens, opening out onto Dublins premier shopping boulevard filled with world-famous street musicians.

Insider Tip: Many famous Irish artists began busking on Grafton Street; grab coffee and sit by the bandstand inside St. Stephens Green.
#6

Dublin Castle & Chester Beatty Library

Royal Heritage & Art

The former seat of British rule in Ireland dating back to 1204, paired with a world-renowned museum of rare ancient manuscripts and world religions.

Insider Tip: Admission to the Chester Beatty Library is completely free and features a serene rooftop garden overlooking the castle grounds.
#7

St. Patricks Cathedral & Christ Church

Cathedrals & History

Two magnificent medieval cathedrals; St. Patricks is the national cathedral of Ireland, where author Jonathan Swift served as Dean.

Insider Tip: Explore the mysterious underground 12th-century crypt beneath Christ Church, the oldest surviving structure in Dublin.
#8

HaPenny Bridge & River Liffey Stroll

Historic Bridges

An 1816 cast-iron pedestrian bridge crossing the River Liffey, originally costing a half-penny toll and now a beloved symbol of Dublin.

Insider Tip: Cross at dusk when the Victorian street lamps cast amber reflections across the dark river waters.
#9

Phoenix Park & Wild Fallow Deer

Urban Parks & Wildlife

One of Europes largest enclosed city parks (1,750 acres), home to the Dublin Zoo, the Irish Presidents residence (Aras an Uachtarain), and free-roaming deer.

Insider Tip: Rent a bicycle near the main park gates on Parkgate Street to easily explore the miles of tree-lined avenues.
#10

Howth Coastal Cliff Path Day Trip

Coastal Walks & Seafood

Just 25 minutes on the DART coastal train, hike dramatic sea cliffs overlooking Dublin Bay and enjoy fresh Dublin Bay prawns on the harbor pier.

Insider Tip: Watch for harbor seals playing near the fishing boats at Howth Pier while grabbing fish and chips from Beshoffs.