| On your next holiday, why not raise a Guinness glass | | | | up-close view from O'Connell Street, the widest and |
| - or two - in the city that's famous for brewing it; | | | | most famous street in Ireland. |
| Dublin, one of Europe's most exciting cultural centres, | | | | Alternatively, if you're after a bit of peace and quiet |
| plays host to countless tourists each year, and with | | | | in the city, head over to St. Stephen's Green; you |
| good reason. With everything the city has to offer, | | | | can lounge on the grass, feed the ducks or have |
| from remarkable theatres and intriguing museums to | | | | lunch by one of the small lakes. Other must-see |
| a thrilling night life, what's not to be drawn to? | | | | attractions in the city include the Guinness Brewery, |
| Dublin is not just popular with tourists either; in 2006, | | | | St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin City Hall and Trinity |
| the World-Wide Quality of Living Survey rated Dublin | | | | College - where visitors can feast their eyes on the |
| as the 24th best city to live in. What's more, it's | | | | Book of Kells. |
| particularly popular with young people; while a quarter | | | | What's more, Dublin is just a short train ride from |
| of the population of Ireland lives in its capital city, an | | | | other charming Irish cities, such as Galway and Cork. |
| estimated 50% of Dublin's residents are under the | | | | So, if you're looking to get out of the city setting, a |
| age of 26. That being said, Dublin bustles with | | | | serene bike ride in the countryside or a seaside |
| diversity, culture and life. | | | | escape is not far off. |
| Dublin's countless attractions are sure to delight any | | | | Dublin has even more to show by night; Temple Bar |
| visitor. For the art enthusiast, the city boasts an | | | | district is undoubtedly the most popular area for |
| array of intriguing museums, including the Irish | | | | nightlife, as it is almost entirely lined with pubs, clubs |
| Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery and the | | | | and bars. Temple Bar was originally redeveloped as |
| National Museum of Ireland. The National Print | | | | Dublin's cultural quarter, and it certainly retains this |
| Museum of Ireland displays printing machinery from | | | | spirit in the form of intimate music venues and street |
| the 'hot metal' era of printing - something worth | | | | performers. Great Dame Street is also popular with |
| seeing in a city so well known for its literary tradition. | | | | party-goers, with various bars and clubs strewn along |
| Indeed, Dublin is also famous for being home to a | | | | its edges. |
| number of prominent historical and literary figures, | | | | For those who are seeking other types of cultural |
| such as Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, | | | | night-time activity, Dublin boasts a fantastic theatre |
| Bram Stoker and William Butler Yeats. Many tourists | | | | scene. The largest theatres are the Abbey Theatre, |
| even take literary tours around the city in order to | | | | the Olympia Theatre and the Gaiety Theatre - all of |
| track momentous locations from such works as | | | | which are within the city centre. |
| Dubliners and Ulysses, both set in Dublin. | | | | If you're thinking about taking a trip to Dublin, getting |
| If you're an avid shopper, head to the high-street | | | | there is no problem; you'll find countless domestic |
| shops along Grafton Street or Henry Street; and if | | | | flights to Dublin to and from the city every day - so |
| you'd simply like to enjoy the lively atmosphere | | | | what are you waiting for? Whether you're seeking |
| without all the spending, grab a coffee at Butler's and | | | | culture, excitement or a just a bit of Irish craic, |
| stroll along the River Liffey. No matter where you | | | | you're sure to have the time of your life in Dublin. |
| are in the city, you're also sure to get a glimpse of | | | | What's more, you'll see what they mean when they |
| the famous Spire of Dublin - the world's tallest | | | | say that the Guinness in Dublin always tastes just a |
| sculpture - though it's certainly worth getting an | | | | little bit better. |