From fascinating Irish architecture to small cobbled streets, Dublin- the capital city of Ireland holds a huge reputation among the visitors and being here will never disappoint you. With the help of a Dublin travel guide, you can take a stroll to explore its eye-catching spots ranging from medieval castles to cathedrals, the city’s rich history and culture has a lot to offer. Your Dublin tourism will help navigate you to a few of the city’s major landmarks including Dublin Castle, the Phoenix Park, the Guinness Storehouse and the Ha’penny Bridge. Apart from its rich nightlife, the city’s serene cafes are the perfect place to spend your time sipping that

How to reach Dublin?

• By air: The Dublin Airport is the city’s official international airport. Situated at a distance of 11 km from the north of Dublin City Centre, the airport can be reached within 30 minutes depending on the mode of commutation. Together with Turkish Airlines, we at IndiGo can connect you from India to Dublin with multiple flights to Dublin as well as to several other European cities from Istanbul.
• By DART: The DART system is a rail system that crosses the Irish sea coast. Hop on to this quickest mode of transport to save time and money. It connects the city centre to southern suburbs, such as Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey, etc.
• By bus: With connectivity to almost all the key areas of the city, Dublin has a strong bus network. The bus routes connecting the city centre run from the outer northern suburbs to the outer southern suburbs.
• Getting around/local transport in Dublin: The city’s convenient mode of commutation makes it easy for all to move around in Dublin. Hop on the various modes of transportation, such as the DART system, buses, and taxis, etc., to explore the city better or take a walk tour to explore the hidden spots of Dublin. If you are tired enough to go for a walk tour, then go for bike-rental services.

Dublin's dining scene offers a delightful mix of traditional Irish fare, international cuisines, cosy pubs, and trendy eateries.

The best time to visit Dublin is during the late spring and early autumn months (May to September) when the weather is mild and pleasant.

The most commonly spoken language in Dublin is English. However, you may also hear some Irish (Gaeilge) being spoken, particularly in certain areas and among certain communities.

Are you confused over what and where to shop in Dublin? Well, don’t be. We have numerous options for you to help pick from. Dublin is famous for some of the best silver-plated cutlery, modern pottery and ceramics, linens, as well as connemara marble. If you love to spend on food and drinks, then pick from a range of chocolates, tea and Irish brand whiskies. Also, don’t forget to pick the popular variety of Irish cheese, such as Gumbeen, Coolee, Dubliner and Cashel Blue.

• The Dublin Flea Market: If you have a budget to follow, then prefer taking a stroll at the Dublin Flea Market that takes place on side streets in Dublin. The flea market takes place especially on weekends at a huge scale. It features almost 60 stalls that sell things from furniture, old clothes, baby supplies to reusable households. So, enjoy your time shopping.
• The Grafton Street: Among all the most popular streets is the Grafton Street that features Molly Malone sculpture at the bottom. The street is a premier shopping location in Dublin city. It’s an attraction for performers, as impromptu performances from various artists have been witnessed. Well, start your shopping by exploring the famous range of department stores, boutiques, and jewellery shops. Even if you don’t wish to buy anything, taking a stroll here is a treat to eyes.
• The Henry Street: Located on the north of the river Liffey, the Henry Street features a line of shopping malls to high street stores. Hit the street to explore the stalls that offer everything from fresh produce to household goods. Pick the stylish hats to beat the sun and handbags to move in style. Few of its oldest and largest departmental stores are worth your time.

Dublin  hosts vibrant festivals that celebrate its rich cultural heritage and community spirit. Some of the famous festivals are listed below:

Besides the attractions and places to eat, there are many other reasons to visit Dublin, some of which are listed below:

• The Old Jameson Distillery: Located near to Smithfield Square, the Old Jameson Distillery is an old distillery that is known to create refined whiskey. A tour to the distillery will take you across the entire process involved in creating the refined form of whiskey. It is the best place to taste the finest quality of distilled whiskey. Apart from this, at the end of the tour a Whiskey Taster Certificate is given that certifies your knowledge in traditional Irish whiskey.
• The Spire of Dublin: Located in the centre of O'Connell street, the Spire of Dublin is a historical monument that is spread over an area of 120 metres over the ground. This stainless-steel structure is 15 centimetres at the top and its base is 3 metres in diameter. The monument is the highlight on sunny days, as the sun rays lighten the structure making it an eye-catcher for all the locals and tourists. Its apex is an exterior mode of light during the night. So, don’t forget to plan your visit for an awe-inspiring experience.

If you’re an Indian passport holder travelling to Dublin, then you have to apply for a Schengen visa online with the documents required. The Schengen visa is a short stay visa issued to visit the Schengen countries; the visa is issued to tourists that are planning to visit their friends, family or other non-business trips for up to 90 days from the date of entry.

Your visit can be either continuous or several, depending upon the visa type; single entry or multiple entry. Another essential point to consider while applying for the visa is that your passport should be valid for 6 months prior to your travel date

To ensure a hassle-free and seamless travel, here is a detailed information about the Ireland visa – www.goindigo.in/information/visa-information/ireland-ir-visa.html

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