Top Reasons to Go

Top Reasons to Go

Georgian Elegance. Dublin's signature architectural style makes its most triumphant showing in Merrion, Fitzwilliam, Mountjoy, and Parnell squares.

The Guinness Brewery and Storehouse. A high-tech museum tells the story of Guinness, Dublin's black blood. At the top, the Gravity Bar has the city's best views.

Toe-Tapping "Trad." If your head is still throbbing from last night's sing-along at the pub, head to other music-mad venues like the Olympia Theatre, where local traditional folk acts and international artists often share the stage.

The Sea. A necklace of beautiful walking beaches and seaside promenades runs right around Dublin Bay from Dalkey in the south to Howth at the northern tip.

Trinity College. An oasis of books, granite, and grass sits at the heart of the city. Highlights are the exquisitely illustrated Book of Kells and the ornate Long Room.