Dublin
History lovers will dig this newly opened Dublin hotel
During renovation work at The Hoxton, Dublin, archaeologists uncovered artefacts and bones from the city’s Viking and medieval past, along with remnants of Dubh Linn, the tidal pool that gave the city its name.
- Julietta Jameson
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- Hotel reviews
Like your hotels predictable? This quirky Dublin hotel isn’t for you
Don’t be fooled by its prime, Victorian exterior. The Wilder Townhouse lives up to its moniker, and makes for one memorable stay.
- Natasha Bazika
A small country with an epic history for book lovers
You’d expect a place that birthed so many great writers to be home to some of the world’s most beautiful libraries – and bookshops.
- Keith Austin
One of Europe’s greatest treasures as you’ve never seen it before
A dramatic high-tech display of a 1200-year-old book is just one of the highlights that modern Dublin has to offer.
- Steve McKenna
This dismal airport is confusing and charmless
Brace yourself. This overcrowded airport is gloomy and tired, and by the time you board your plane, you will be, too.
- Brian Johnston
This stunning castle is the birthplace of an unlikely Irish rebel
Ireland’s Dromoland Castle - now a five-star heritage hotel - boasts a fascinating history and an intriguing connection to Tasmania’s Port Arthur.
- Billy Cantwell
Dublin, Ireland travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights
It's estimated that almost a third of Australians have Irish roots, the nation's capital is a great place to explore them.
- Steve McKenna
Six of the best Dublin art galleries and museums
When in Dublin, you might be tempted to go on a massive pub crawl. But if you'd prefer gazing at great art instead of pints of Guinness, there's a string of alluring - and largely free-to-enter - options.
- Steve McKenna
Hotel review: The Mayson hotel, Dublin, is beautifully crafted and fully of character
Craftsmanship meets character in this rapidly-evolving area of Dublin.
- Steve McKenna
Ireland: Whiskey tasting in Liberties, Dublin's transformed neighbourhood
Ireland's spirits are rising from the dead in this former working-class neigbourhood.
- Katrina Lobley