Riding a relentless wave of optimism, Dublin is strutting

its stuff like never before. Have a peek at the ancient

Book of Kells, soak up the atmosphere in the Liberties

district or sample the legendary craic along the

capital's historic streets - the selective choices in

Best of Dublin put the whole city in your pocket.

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Get around with our handy fold-out maps, detailed itinerary

suggestions and selected walking tours, designed to make

exploration easy

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Indulge the soul - immerse yourself in the city's

celebrated pubs and stylish bars - the heart and lifeblood of

Dublin's social scene

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Pound the pavement using our discerning coverage of the

city's most inspiring sights, from Georgian icons and literary

landmarks to delightful seaside suburbs

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Dine in style - enjoy cosmopolitan cuisine at gourmet

restaurants and rest weary bones in a rooftop hot tub at the

city's classiest hotels

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Indulge in retail therapy - handmade jewellery, limited-edition

crafts and innovative streetwear for serious shoppers