Top 10 Things to Do in Dublin

Ireland's oldest university is home to the Book of Kells, an astonishing illuminated medieval manuscript, and the Long Room — one of the world's most beautiful libraries.

Seven floors of brewing history culminating in the Gravity Bar, where you can sip a perfectly poured pint while taking in 360-degree views over the rooftops of Dublin.

One of Europe's largest urban parks, home to a herd of wild fallow deer, the Irish president's residence, and enough space to lose yourself for an entire afternoon.

A short DART ride from the city, the fishing village of Howth offers dramatic cliff-path walks, fresh seafood chowder, and views across Dublin Bay.

For seven centuries the seat of British rule in Ireland, the castle's State Apartments, gardens, and Chester Beatty Library make for a fascinating half-day visit.

A treasure trove of Celtic gold, Viking artefacts, and the celebrated Ardagh Chalice, all housed in a stunning Victorian building on Kildare Street.

The grim Victorian prison where the leaders of the 1916 Rising were executed is one of Ireland's most moving historical sites, with superb guided tours.

Ireland's largest cathedral, founded in 1191 and still standing in magnificent Gothic splendour, with connections to Jonathan Swift, who served here as Dean.

A Victorian gem near St Stephen's Green, regarded by many as the quintessential Dublin pub, all dark wood, snugs, and unhurried conversation.

Ireland's oldest university is home to the Book of Kells, an astonishing illuminated medieval manuscript, and the Long Room — one of the world's most beautiful libraries.

Seven floors of brewing history culminating in the Gravity Bar, where you can sip a perfectly poured pint while taking in 360-degree views over the rooftops of Dublin.

One of Europe's largest urban parks, home to a herd of wild fallow deer, the Irish president's residence, and enough space to lose yourself for an entire afternoon.

A short DART ride from the city, the fishing village of Howth offers dramatic cliff-path walks, fresh seafood chowder, and views across Dublin Bay.

For seven centuries the seat of British rule in Ireland, the castle's State Apartments, gardens, and Chester Beatty Library make for a fascinating half-day visit.

A treasure trove of Celtic gold, Viking artefacts, and the celebrated Ardagh Chalice, all housed in a stunning Victorian building on Kildare Street.

The grim Victorian prison where the leaders of the 1916 Rising were executed is one of Ireland's most moving historical sites, with superb guided tours.

Ireland's largest cathedral, founded in 1191 and still standing in magnificent Gothic splendour, with connections to Jonathan Swift, who served here as Dean.

A Victorian gem near St Stephen's Green, regarded by many as the quintessential Dublin pub, all dark wood, snugs, and unhurried conversation.