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What to see in Dublin

Dublin might be famous for its St. Patrick’s Day festival and as the best maker of beers, but there’s so much more to the city you should experience. It’s packed with museums, castles, cathedrals, picture-perfect sceneries and natural parks.

Are you a nature lover? Ride the Dublin Area Rapid Transit (DART) to Howth Head for a breath-taking view of the Wicklow and Mourne Mountains. If you love nature and Game of Thrones, grab your costume and take Dublin’s tour to where the show is filmed. Your tour guide could even be an extra from the actual show, who’ll even give you the inside scoop!

Stop and smell the flowers at the National Botanic Gardens and Knockree Gardens. See the home of fallow deer and Dublin Zoo in Phoenix Park. You can also enjoy a bike ride here, at Bushy Park, and Irish Centre.   

Get your culture fix next at Dublin Castle or take the Luas tram to visit the St. Patrick’s Cathedral, The Book of Kells at Trinity College, the National Museum of Decorative Arts & History, Kilmainham Gaol, and The Little Museum of Dublin. Discover even more of Dublin’s history, and get a pint while you’re at it, at The Guinness Storehouse. Complete your Guinness trip and take your drink to the Gravity Bar for panoramic views of Dublin.                    

Since many of Dublin’s attractions are free (yes, you read that right), spend your Euros shopping at Grafton Street and Henry Street. Then complete your day with a bite to eat or experience a “full Irish” night out. With this Dublin foodie guide, find places to eat all day or go on a pub-crawl through the city.

To get more out of Dublin and see it through the eyes of a local, try out their City of a Thousand Welcomes tourist program for free. You’ll have the chance to have a cup of tea or a pint with a Dubliner and talk about the best places you should see in do in the city, including hidden gems in the city.

So what are you waiting for? Find a flight to Dublin and get the best airdares on Skiddoo now to experience the best of Ireland!

When to visit Dublin

Dublin weather is fine with cool summers and mild winters, so you can travel throughout the year and enjoy the weather. But if you want a warmer visit to the city, the best time to visit Dublin around May and June when it’s sunniest. Save more money on flight prices and servicing fee when you book the cheapest flights with March travel dates when it's the cheapest time to fly to Dublin.

You can fly to Dublin whenever you want since Australians don’t need a visa, just check if your passport’s valid for at least six months. Be sure to check Smartraveller to get more traveller information on Ireland.

Travelling to and around Dublin

International flights from Australia will land at Dublin Airport. Travel from the airport to city centre by:

• Airlink express public bus: 40 minutes
• Aircoach express private coach: 25-45 minutes
• Dublin public bus: 40 minutes
• Taxi

Journey time from Dublin International Airport to Dublin central would depend on traffic, your next destination, and choice of transport. Travel around Dublin easily by bus, taxi, DART, and Luas.

So go book your Dublin flights today! A refreshing Irish pint is waiting for you.

Best Hotels in Dublin

Book cheap tickets to Dublin on Skiddoo and visit gorgeous Ireland! Book your accomodation at one of these top Dublin hotels!

3-star hotels in Dublin. Click to book now! 

• Grand Canal Hotel
• Maldron Hotel Smithfield
• Cassidys Hotel
• Castle Hotel Dublin

4-star hotels in Dublin. Click to book now! 

• Crowne Plaza Hotel Blanchardstown
• The Gibson Hotel
• Clontarf Castle Hotel
• Ashling Hotel

Airlines that Fly to Dublin

Airlines that offer cheap flights to Dublin from Australia include:

• Aer Lingus
• Emirates
• Etihad Airways
• British Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Qantas
• Qatar Airways

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