Dublin
Ireland
"Pubs, Bridges & a Lively Literary Capital"
Dublin is a compact capital built along the River Liffey, easy to see on foot and full of stories. Cross the white cast-iron Ha'penny Bridge, step into Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, wander Temple Bar's cobbled lanes, and take a day south to the cliffs or north into the Wicklow Mountains. Live music, hearty food, and a friendly pace make it a strong first stop in Ireland.
Ha'penny Bridge, Trinity College & Book of Kells, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse, St. Stephen's Green, Kilmainham Gaol, Howth or Wicklow day trip
May–September
Book the Book of Kells timed entry; a Leap Visitor card covers buses, trams, and the DART
Easy add-on before London or a wider Ireland loop. Not in Schengen. Good for first-time Europe travelers who want walkable nights out.
3–4 days
$160–$300
📍 Ha'penny Bridge over the River Liffey, Dublin