Dublin Travel Guide
Welcome to our Dublin Guide. Amidst a turbulent history Dublin is said to be Europe&rsquos friendliest city, with its excellent restaurants, chic boutiques and legendary pubs. Unmissable attractions include the Guinness Storehouse, the Old Jameson Distillery, Dublin Castle and Trinity College. Enjoy a voyage of discovery from the Arctic to the Plains of Africa via the Indian Rainforest at Dublin Zoo or walk down to Phoenix Park, the largest urban park in Europe. Dublin is great for all ages, whether it&rsquos a short break with family, a shopping break with friends or a hen/stag weekend.<br /><br />Our Dublin Guide is a great way to find out about the must do&rsquos and see&rsquos in Dublin as well as useful information about travelling to and around the city. <br /><br />Dublin boasts two main shopping districts. On the north side of the river is Dublin&rsquos largest shopping centre, The Jervis Centre. And on the south side is the fashionably upmarket Grafton Street where some of Dublin&rsquos most exclusive designer shops can be found. The cobblestone streets of the Temple Bar district is by far the most popular area at night with around 24 bars and 73 cafes and restaurants to choose from. The dining scene in Dublin is booming and a new trend in Celtic cuisine, known as &lsquomodern Irish&rsquo has become increasingly popular.<br /><br />We hope that you find our Dublin Guide a useful resource when <a href="http://www.superbreak.com/dublin-hotels-IR2.htm">planning your trip</a>. The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) is Dublin's main train service and stretches the full length of Dublin Bay, from Malahide in North County Dublin to Greystones in County Wicklow. You can connect to the regular train service for communities north of Dublin, right up to Belfast.Dublin has never been so accessible, with Dublin Airport and Dublin Port within easy reach of the city and county. Regular ferry services operate between Ireland and the UK bringing both foot passengers and cars through Dublin Port. Today three companies connect Dublin with Holyhead, Liverpool and the Isle of Man. These are Irish Ferries, Stena Line and P&O Ferries.Dublin International Airport is about 12km north from city centre, and is well serviced by buses and taxis. Flights from the UK take little over 1 hour and are available from <a href="http://www.superbreak.com/flights-hotels/dublin">most regional UK airports</a>. The main carriers are Ryanair and Aer Lingus, although other companies do service Dublin too.Dublin has an excellent network of bus services that provide frequent, reliable and cost effective travel throughout the city and region. This includes great services from Dublin Airport and Dublin Port as well as a NiteLink service. The Dublin Luas tram system is a state-of-the-art Light Rail Transit (LRT) System. Luas connects you to Dublin city centre with a high capacity, high frequency, high speed service. There are convenient stop locations and excellent levels of comfort and safety with easy access at all stops. Hire a bike and explore the city on two wheels! DublinBikes is a citywide initiative encouraging locals and visitors alike to use bikes to move around the city. DublinBikes are free but you must register your details. Getting around Dublin is easy. Use the extensive public bus network for travelling around the city or there's the LUAS tram system and DART train service if you want to go further afield. The city is also easily navigated by bicycle. Sample a pint of the black stuff at Guinness StorehouseEnjoy traditional Irish music in the Temple Bar areaTake a stroll through Phoenix Park, Europe&rsquos largest urban parkDine out and sample native oysters and Dublin Bay prawnsVisit the exotic animals at the historic Dublin ZooLearn of famous Dublin writers on a Literary Pub CrawlDublin has an excellent network of bus services that provide frequent, reliable and cost effective travel throughout the city and region. This includes great services from Dublin Airport, Dublin Port and Dun Laoghaire as well as a NiteLink service. A modern hotel ideally located overlooking the beautiful River Liffey, whilst remaining within close proximity to the city and the lively Temple Bar. The hotel features a bar and restaurant, serving traditional Irish cuisine. All rooms are equipped with modern essentials and offer panoramic views of Dublin city. Dublin is great for shopping with 2 main shopping districts just a 20 minute walk from each other. The fashionably upmarket Grafton Street is a must for designer shopping. Enjoy the spectacular parades and lively atmosphere with a drink or twoWhether you want traditional fish and chips or dine out on Michelin stars, Dublin has it all. Sample fresh Dublin seafood, hearty stew and traditional Irish boxty or coddle. Celebrate the best of Irish film with screenings right across the cityIf you want an evening in the old style with traditional music and dancing, or a club &ndash pop, r&b, 70&rsquos disco or salsa, you&rsquoll be spoilt for choice! Ireland's leading music festival with top acts from around the globeTemple Bar is by far the most popular nightlife scene with many bars to choose from. Grafton Street provides a quieter, relaxed alternative, with wine bars becoming a popular addition. This traditional sporting event involves a brave swim down the famous River Liffey 16 days of Dublin's finest theatre, comedy, music and dance performancesBook your short breaks & last minute holidays online with Superbreak, no.1 for travel deals and hotel accommodation Dublin Guide – A City Guide to Dublin – Superbreak
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