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See. Dublin Coastal Trail Explore 65km of Ireland's east coast linking 16 seaside communities by rail. Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens Discover a tranquil series of eleven interconnected gardens in Tramore, each representing aspects of his life. Museum of Curiosities Visit Dublin's eccentric attraction with a collection of bizarre objects, from mummified remains to haunted dolls. The Burren Walk for hours among the rocks and valleys in this vast rocky region.

Eat. Comet Dine at this new European-style bistro in Dublin, a hotspot for foodies. L Mulligan Grocer One of Dublin's best pubs for a pint and food. The Brazen Head Experience one of Dublin's oldest and most authentic pubs. Mulligan's Enjoy a pint in this classic Dublin pub.

Stay. Irish castles Book a stay in a turreted castle set on the rolling hills of Ireland.

BBC TravelJul 18, 2026

The train ride to Dublin's surprising coastline

Many visitors don't realise Dublin has a coastline. Now, a newly expanded rail trail makes it easy to explore the world's only capital city within a Unesco Biosphere Reserve.

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  • Temple BarQuarterKnown for pubs, Georgian streets, and literary legends.
  • Dublin Coastal TrailTrailLinks 16 seaside communities by rail, expanded this year.
  • Dublin BaySightWorld's only capital-city Unesco Biosphere Reserve.
  • BalbrigganNeighborhoodNorthernmost point of the Dublin Coastal Trail.
  • DonabateNeighborhoodIt lies within the local government area of Fingal.
  • MalahideNeighborhoodTransfer point to the Dart for southern stops.
  • KillineyNeighborhoodThe last stop on the Dublin Coastal Trail.
  • HowthNeighborhoodPeninsula with four circular walks and dramatic cliffs.
  • Ardgillan CastleAttraction18th-century castle with walled gardens in Balbriggan.
  • North Bull IslandSightEcological heart of the biosphere with dunes and beach.
  • Blackrock MarketTrailOpens on weekends with over 30 stalls and a Michelin restaurant.
  • LiathRestaurantTwo-Michelin-star restaurant at Blackrock Market.
  • Dún LaoghaireNeighborhoodIt is the administrative centre of the county of Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown.
  • Teddy's Ice CreamIce cream shopFamily-owned ice cream shop in Dún Laoghaire.
  • SandycoveSuburbKnown for wild swimming at the Forty Foot.
  • Forty FootPubChildren under 18 can only be on the premises between 8:00am and 9:00pm.
  • Martello TowerMuseumFeatures in Ulysses, now home to the James Joyce Tower.
  • James Joyce Tower and MuseumMuseumThe opening scenes of his 1922 novel Ulysses take place here, and the tower is a place of pilgrimage for Joyce…
  • Bull IslandSightWedge-shaped spit whose dunes earned Dublin its Biosphere.
  • Kish FishRestaurantServes fresh oysters and prawns in Howth.
  • Booterstown Marsh Nature ReserveNature reserveBird sanctuary less than five miles from Dublin city centre.
  • Killiney beachSightShore of wave-worn pebbles stretching for miles.
  • SkerriesNeighborhood
  • Blackrock Walking TrailTrail
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BBC TravelJul 17

'NonnaMaxxing': Tourists are paying to travel like grandmothers

Whether it's making pasta with an Italian nonna or sightseeing with a gran in Japan, Gen-Zers and millennials are increasingly seeking out granny-led travel experiences.

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Atlas ObscuraJul 14

Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens in Tramore, Ireland

The lesser-known of just two Japanese Gardens in Ireland, the Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens are an enchanting homage to a remarkable writer, traveler and man of the world, and a tranquil place of great curation and beauty. His relative anonymity is reflected in the location of the garden, tucked away behind a high stone wall on a quiet side-street in Tramore. Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904) was of…

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National GeographicJul 13

Find a pint at the edge of the map in these remote pubs

A pint is never as satisfying as when it’s well earned — whether at the end of a long climb, a windswept ridge walk or a lonely road through the mountains.

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  • Tan Hill InnRestaurantKirkby Stephen, United KingdomBritain’s highest pub, on the Pennine Way.
  • Pennine Way National TrailTrailKirkby Stephen, United Kingdom11 miles from Tan Hill Inn.
  • The Old ForgePubKnoydart, United KingdomRemote pub on Knoydart Peninsula, community-owned.
  • Glenfinnan ViaductSightGlenfinnan, United KingdomFamous landmark, start of a hike to The Old Forge.
  • The Skirrid Mountain InnRestaurantLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomWales's oldest pub, said to be haunted.
  • Bannau Brycheiniog National ParkSightLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomNational park in Wales.
  • The Crask InnRestaurantScottish Highlands, United KingdomHistoric Highland pub that also functions as a church.
  • Biddy’s O’BarnesRestaurantBarnesmore Gap, IrelandPub in Barnesmore Gap, Blue Stack Mountains.
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The GuardianJul 10

‘As if I was on a Greek island, but without the stifling heat’: readers’ favourite cooler European coasts

From the Fanad peninsula in Ireland to the forested beaches of Finland, these are your favourite escapes without the fear of getting frazzled • Tell us about your favourite food festival – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Saulkrasti’s long beaches and scented pine forests are an hour from Riga on the frequent local train. The forests come right down to the long, long sandy beach and the…

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  • Balta KapaSightBig dune and blue river reached by trail.
  • Côte EmeraudeNeighborhoodLovely part of Brittany with family-friendly beaches.
  • DinardNeighborhoodAirbnb stay in Brittany, perfect day trip base.
  • St MaloNeighborhoodOpposite Dinard, more touristy, accessible from Paris.
  • Yyteri beachSightRelaxing and uplifting 3km long sandy beach.
  • Yyteri nature trailTrailSpectacular sand dunes next to the beach.
  • HornøyaSightIsland reached by 10-minute boat trip.
  • HamningbergSightAbandoned fishing village with pristine timber homes.
  • VardøNeighborhoodTown with Steilneset Memorial.
  • SopotNeighborhoodPoland town with fine white sand beaches.
  • Sopot pierSightLongest wooden pier in Europe at 511.5 metres.
  • Monte Cassino StreetNeighborhoodStreet with a crooked house, sampled pierogi.
  • Fanad Head lighthouseSightLighthouse to visit on the peninsula.
  • BallyhiernanNeighborhoodPeaceful Atlantic beaches on the peninsula.
  • DowningsNeighborhoodGaeltacht village, a little busier than Ballyhiernan.
  • Explore 70 DegreesPlaceDiscover the pelagic circus of Finnmark on this scenic whale and bird-watching boat tour to Hornøya from Vardø!
  • Skua NaturePlaceWelcome to the ultimate wildlife boat photography experience in Varanger Our covered and heated boat ensures a…
  • Saeluhus hotelHotelStayed in bungalows with fjord views.
  • Saulkrasti stationSightTrail starts here through trees to big dune.
  • Steilneset MemorialSight
  • RathmullanNeighborhood
  • BallymastockerNeighborhood
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 21

39 Best Airbnbs in Europe for Every Kind of Escape, From Aurora Chasing to Island Hopping

Plus, Austrian chalets, Irish castles, and more dreamy rentals.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 8

23 Best Hotels in Dublin, Ireland

From opulent Georgian mansions to urban apartments, here are the best places to stay in Ireland.

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 4, 2025

18 Best Pubs in Dublin—For Guinness Pints, Music, and Actually Good Pub Food

The finest places for a pint in the Irish capital

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 3, 2025

50 Most Beautiful Places in the World

From the Serengeti to the Grand Canyon—plus 55 more destinations you need to see to believe.

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 20, 2025

23 Dublin Restaurants to Visit in 2026

This city break favorite is attracting a new wave of hungry travelers.

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  • CometPubDublin, IrelandEuropean-style bistro with a four-course carte blanche option.
  • BastibleRestaurantDublin, IrelandFormer employer of chef Kevin O’Donnell.
  • HawksmoorRestaurantDublin, IrelandDine beneath the dome of the former National Bank.
  • Flaggy Shore oystersPlaceDublin, IrelandOysters from County Clare.
  • Bread 41CaféDublin, IrelandArtisan bakery and café with natural sourdough.
  • Ballymaloe Cookery SchoolPlaceDublin, IrelandWhere owner Eoin Cluskey gathered expertise.
  • Library StreetRestaurantDublin, IrelandLibrary Street offers a contemporary social restaurant space with a menu designed for sharing.
  • MamóRestaurantDublin, IrelandContemporary Irish fare in Howth.
  • Howth HeadTrailDublin, IrelandPanoramic trail around the headland.
  • The Legal EaglePubDublin, IrelandReimagined gastropub near Dublin's Four Courts.
  • Forest AvenueRestaurantDublin, IrelandFine dining with relaxed atmosphere.
  • Little ForestRestaurantDublin, IrelandSister pizzeria in Blackrock.
  • ForêtRestaurantDublin, IrelandSister French bistro.
  • UnaRestaurantDublin, IrelandSister artisan bakery.
  • NoteRestaurantDublin, IrelandCasual neighborhood feel, open Mondays.
  • PI PizzasRestaurantDublin, IrelandWood fired pizza restaurant Dublin.
  • VadaRestaurantDublin, IrelandNeighborhood café with a zero-waste ethos.
  • GranoRestaurantDublin, IrelandClassic Italian in Stoneybatter.
  • HakkahanRestaurantDublin, IrelandModern Chinese in Stoneybatter.
  • TartineRestaurantSan Francisco, United StatesPlace where Eoin Cluskey gained expertise.
  • Roberta'sRestaurantBrooklyn, United StatesInspiration for PI Pizzas.
  • KaiRestaurantGalway, IrelandFormer employer of chef Hannah O’Donnell.
  • Burnt EndsRestaurantSingapore
  • Da Terra at The Town Hall HotelRestaurantLondon, United Kingdom
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 17, 2025

The Best Airbnbs in Dublin, From Artists’ Studios to Secluded Cottages

Our top picks for every kind of traveler rolling through Dublin.

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  • Trinity CollegeSightWith two levels of floor-to-ceiling wooden shelves packed with books, many only reachable by a sliding ladder, this…
  • Temple BarQuarterExperience The Temple Bar Pub!
  • Guinness StorehouseAttractionJames's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Phoenix ParkParkIts 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) perimeter wall encloses 707 hectares of recreational space.
  • St. Stephen's GreenParkSt Stephen's Green is a garden square and public park located in the city centre of Dublin, Ireland.
  • National Library of IrelandSightThe mission of the National Library of Ireland is "To collect, preserve, promote and make accessible the documentary…
  • National LibraryMuseumWe collect, protect and provide access to over 12 million items and will continue to do so for decades to come.
  • Jameson DistilleryMuseumEmpty Jameson bottle chandeliers hang from wooden rafters and illuminate the large bar of this whiskey emporium.
  • Dundrum Town CentreRestaurantDunne & Crescenzi restaurants providing an authentic Italian dining experience in Dublin 2, Dundrum Town Centre and…
  • St Patrick’s CathedralPlace of worshipWelcome to Saint Patrick's Cathedral and Collegiate Church, Dublin, Ireland.
  • National Gallery of IrelandGalleryThe National Gallery of Ireland houses the national collection of Irish and European art.
  • Aviva StadiumSightIt has a capacity of 51,711.
  • 3ArenaTheatreThirty Seconds to Mars Presents A Beautiful Lie vs This Is War The Man In The Arena Tour Stay up to date with what's on…
  • Royal Dublin SocietySightIt was long active as a learned society, especially in agriculture, and played a major…
  • Irish Museum of Modern ArtMuseumIt is located in Kilmainham, Dublin.
  • Kilmainham GaolAttractionIt is now a museum run by the Office of Public Works, an agency of the Government of Ireland.
  • River LiffeySightIts major tributaries include the River Dodder, the River Poddle and the River Camac.
  • St Stephen’s ParkParkCared for by the Office of Public Works, the park is an important public resource in the area, and provides an oasis of…
  • RDSSightUnlimited broadband, mobile & TV deals on No.1 Gigabit Fibre network in Ireland.
  • Sandymount StrandSightIt is part of South Bull - a major component of the south side of Dublin Bay, and part of the Dublin Bay Biosphere…
  • Irish Writers' MuseumMuseum
  • James Joyce HouseSight
  • National GalleryMuseum
  • Herbert ParkPark
  • The Iveagh GardensSight
  • Grand CanalSight
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Atlas ObscuraOct 15, 2025

Museum of Curiosities in Dublin, Ireland

Founded by cabaret performer Monsieur Pompier, best known for Monsieur Pompier’s Travelling Freakshow—the Museum of Curiosities began in an unusual way: as a Twitter account sharing strange images from old books and archives. From there it grew into a physical collection, transforming into one of Dublin’s most eccentric attractions. Housed in a Georgian building just a short walk from St Stephe…

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The New York TimesAug 13, 2025

A Wild Corner of Ireland, Through the Eyes of Dylan Thomas

A visit to the turbulent coastline of County Donegal reveals a place where the Welsh poet found creative enrichment in the summer of 1935.

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