Founded by Vikings, Dublin attracts tourists from all over the world every year. It is not for nothing that the #irish capital is one of the most popular destinations in #europe. There is a lot to see and discover here. Although the city is certainly known for its alcohol, there is also a lot of #history, #culture and other activities waiting to be discovered by you. The cosmopolitan flair and the warmth of the Irish people has always enchanted every visitor. We show you the interesting places of #dublin that you should not miss. 

Best travel time for Dublin

Dublin is suitable for a city break, a party holiday or a longer stay. In principle, you can travel to Dublin all year round. Thanks to North Atlantic currents, Dublin has a mild climate all year round. The best time to visit Dublin is between May and September, when it is warmest. In midsummer it can occasionally be over 25 degrees. There are about 140 rainy days a year, most of them in the winter months. But also otherwise the weather is very changeable all over the island, so sunglasses belong in your luggage as much as a small umbrella.

If you want to experience Irish traditions up close, you should remember two dates: St. Patrick's Day on March 17th and of course Halloween on October 31st.

Tours

In Dublin you will find a unique blend of culture, art, history, architecture and nightlife - all in a small area. The city is not big, but it is a real eye-catcher for visitors. Whatever your interests, there's almost certainly a suitable tour for you to join.

For the classic bus tour to many of the places listed below, the Hop-on / Hop-Off Bus Tour in Dublin is a good option. For a classic city tour with historical details, you can take a sightseeing and highlights tour. If you are interested in literature and want to learn about famous Irish writers, you can take a literary tour of the past and the city. Or you could take a ride on the GhostBus Tour to learn about Dublin's dark past. Just to name a few examples!

Places of interest

Dublin Castle must definitely be on your sightseeing list.  It is located in the middle of the old town and dates back to the tenth century. Before the castle was built, there was a Viking fortress on the site, built in 930 BC. In the past Dublin Castle served as a court, fortress and execution site. Today, the site is a showplace for important state ceremonies, such as the inauguration of new presidents. Guided tours can be taken on site.

The Temple Bar district south of the river Liffey is the cultural centre of Dublin and is known worldwide for its hip galleries, boutiques, numerous pubs, clubs and restaurants. As soon as it gets dark, Temple Bar turns into the city's nightlife district. Tourists from all over the world and the Irish spend unforgettable nights and parties here until the early morning hours. In the cobbled streets, one excellent pub follows the other, live music and DJs provide party atmosphere. You many bars can listen to typical Irish folk music over a glass of Guinness. The discos will fill you with techno music. 

The Guinness Storehouse is probably one of the most famous sights in Dublin - if not Ireland. The museum takes you on a journey through 250 years of the history of the Irish national drink. During the tour you will learn all about Guinness, the history of Guinness and the brand itself. From old advertising to your own pint, there are definitely some interesting experiences! At the end of the tour the Gravity Bar is waiting for you. At the top, the 360 degree glass bar on top of the warehouse offers a great view of the whole city.

Trinity College is the oldest and probably the most fascinating university in Ireland. The renowned university is located in the centre of Dublin opposite Parliament House. Trinity College first opened in 1592, where Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker - he wrote Dracula - graduated. In the college there is the famous Long Room. The room is approximately 65 metres long and holds about 4.5 million books and a huge collection of manuscripts, manuscripts and other valuable literature. Among them is the original Book of Kells, the oldest preserved book in the world. It is an illustrated manuscript from the ninth century. It is written in Latin and contains the four testaments. The Book of Kells is one of the must-see attractions in Dublin.

Originally a small wooden chapel, St. Patrick's Cathedral is now one of Dublin's most famous sights. It was built in 1220 to honour Ireland's patron saint and is one of the few medieval buildings still standing today. It is probably thanks to the Guinness family that St. Patrick's Cathedral still exists today - they donated the money when extensive restoration work became necessary in the 1860s. Jonathan Swift, the author of Gulliver's Travels, was dean here and is buried here.

The fabulously beautiful Christ Church Cathedral is the oldest building in Dublin and a must on any trip to Dublin. The highlight of the early gothic cathedral is the crypt from 1171, which contains many historical works of art.

These and many more highlights await you in our city guide for Dublin!