The City
Dublin is situated in the middle of Ireland’s east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey that empties into Dublin Bay, which in turn opens onto the Irish Sea. It is the largest city and the capital of Ireland. The city has a troubled, agonizing, and yet, captivating history. During the past 20 years, this city has changed itself from a calm, economically depressed, conservative town into a fresh, booming, wealthy, and youthful European city. Very old pubs, exiting nightclubs, live music venues, and smart restaurants now line the streets of Dublin.
Tourism
Airport
Coordinates: 53°25’17”N 006°16’12”W
Dublin Airport is the busiest airport in Dublin and is located in Collinstown, 10km north of Dublin city. You can get to the city from the airport via bus, taxi and soon an underground railway.
Airlines
The following airlines have regular flights to Dublin Airport:
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban)
- Air France (from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban)
- Virgin Atlantic (from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban)
- Lufthansa (from Johannesburg)
- Turkish Airlines (form Cape Town)
What to see
- Chester Beatty Library
- Dublin Writers Museum
- Hugh Lane Gallery
- Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
- National Museum of Ireland-Archaeology and History
- St. Patrick’s Cathedral
- Whitefriar Street Carmelite Church
- General Post Office
Events
Accommodation
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General Information
Ireland is five hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Standard Time and the currency used is the euro. You never know what Dublin weather holds in store so always come prepared. Dress in layers, waterproof shoes and carry an umbrella and raincoat with you. To get around Dublin you can make use of taxis, trains, and buses.
Weather
Ireland is a windy place in the fall and winter. During the winter, temperatures rarely exceed 5°C and summer sees temperatures ranging from 16°C to 20°C. Spring and autumn are the rainy seasons.
