Welcome to Dublin, the capital of Ireland. Famous for its easy going charm and cultural heritage, Dublin is also the capital of The Craic the art of life. No matter how short or long your visit, there are surprises for the most recent arrival and native-born Dubliners alike.  The city of Dublin has had a rich and varied history. Evidence of this can be found in every corner of the city. From a cultural point of view, that means plenty for visitors to see, from historic sites and landmarks to famous monuments and thought-provoking museums.

With three of Ireland's largest universities in town, Dublin is a very young city. Part of Dublin's charm is that all ages and all walks of life mix together. Particularly at night time, this mix makes for a lively and welcoming atmosphere in Dublin's myriad pubs, bars, restaurants, clubs and concert venues.

Venture South along Dublin Bay and you will come to some of Dublin's most picturesque spots. The scenery changes rapidly from flat sandy beaches to rocky cliffs and coves harbouring picture perfect seaside towns and harbours. Sandycove, Dalkey and Killiney have presevered an old world charm. On a sunny day, you can even find an almost Mediterranean atmosphere here.

Check out the Phoenix Park, one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Its spacious grounds house Aras an Uachtarain - the official residence of the Irish president - as well as cricket pitches, Dublin Zoo, a herd of brazen fallow deer, the Wellington Monument (the largest obelisk in Europe, no less) and the Papal Cross, erected at the spot where Pope John Paul II addressed the huddled adoring masses back in 1979.

Or head into Temple Bar’s cobbled streets - where myriad traditional pubs, music venues, twee souvenir shops, watering holes and eateries provide a lively day-into-night scene. Apart from the very popular slew of tourist-focused delights, the area is also where many cultural institutions are based: the Irish Photography Centre, Irish Film Institute, Temple Bar Music Centre, and Gaiety School of Acting to name just a few.

And if you’re the rugged outdoorsy type, the Dublin Mountains are just 30 minutes away. There are a series of treks, hikes, and walks for the more adventurous amongst you while the sane folk wait in Johnnie Fox’s pub - the ‘highest bar in Ireland’, apparently.