"Dublin, Ireland" Dublin by slothtraveller

Dublin Travel Guide: 5,062 reviews and 9,242 photos

I was in Dublin for 3 days in early 2010. Although this was nowhere near long enough to see everything the city has to offer, it was long enough to sample the hospitality and diversity of the place.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Good museums, shops, people and craic
Cons:The strange drunk people....and the puke
In a nutshell:Great for a flying visit!

Last visit to Dublin: Dec 2009
Intro Updated Aug 9, 2010
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Reviews (7)

Ferry from Dublin Port to Holyhead Transportation (1)

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Oscar Wilde Statue, Merrion Square Things to Do (3)

The statue of Irish playwright and poet Oscar Wilde by Danny Osborne sits in a secluded corner of Merrion Square. Wilde... more travel advice

Temple Bar Things to Do (3)

The vibrant Temple Bar district is worth a look if only to see the famous frontage of Temple Bar itself. In general... more travel advice

Variety at a cost! Restaurants (1)

I have mixed feelings about the Epicurean Food Hall. If you are looking for a quick, tasty meal and lots of choice, this... more travel advice

Warnings and Dangers (1)
Social divide

Hotels (1)
Above average hotel, below average area

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Bwana_Brown Mar 5, 2012 at 2:07 AM

Very interesting and useful tips on your short stint in Dublin! My wife and I spent and interesting week in Ireland several years ago and finished the trip off with a day in Dublin. We too enjoyed our time in this historic city.
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Regina1965 Jan 4, 2012 at 5:22 AM

A nice page - I like the statue of Oscar Wilde.
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evaanna Jun 20, 2011 at 9:16 AM

Interesting Dublin page! I never saw anyone aggressive in Cork. On the contrary, everybody was kind and helpful, and I simply loved the banter!
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MalenaN Jun 16, 2011 at 10:25 AM

I have only spent a few days in Dublin too and it is defenitely a place I want to return to, to see more. Nice tips Steve!
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AshleyDublin Oct 11, 2010 at 12:46 PM

What you witnessed was the old Dublin, I used to work in the city & never once did I see that but yes of course I'd walk on by as I am a) trying to get to work or b) trying to get home to my safe haven in the suburbs. PS I hate the city, too many people!