Top Reasons to Go to Dublin

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.