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Top sights in Dublin
- Trinity College Dublin – Constituent college of the University of Dublin in Ireland
- Guinness Storehouse – Museum and visitor attraction in Dublin, Ireland
- Dublin Castle – Castle
- Kilmainham Gaol – Former prison in Ireland
- Temple Bar – Neighbourhood of Dublin in Ireland
- St Stephen's Green – Public park in central Dublin, Ireland
- Phoenix Park – Park in Dublin, Ireland
Well-known landmarks, each checked against Wikidata (CC0), which also supplies the one-line descriptions. The bookable tours below are the second layer: guided ways to see them.
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Planning your trip to Dublin
Best time to visit
May to September brings the longest days and the mildest weather, though rain is possible in any month, so pack a waterproof layer whatever the season. Around St. Patrick's Day in March the city is festive but crowded and accommodation is in high demand. Winter is cool and wet, but the pubs, museums and live music keep the city lively.
How many days you need
Two to three days covers Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, the national museums and galleries, the Guinness Storehouse and an evening of traditional music. Add a day for a coastal trip to Howth or Dalkey, or a longer day trip to the Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough or the ancient sites of the Boyne Valley.
Getting around
The center is compact and easy to walk. The DART commuter rail runs along the coast, the Luas trams cross the city, and buses fill in the rest; a Leap Card can be used across them and is usually cheaper than paying cash fares. Buses from the airport run frequently into the center.
What to skip
Temple Bar is lively but is the most expensive area for a drink; pubs a short walk away often have traditional music sessions and a more local crowd. Many of the national museums and galleries are free, so they are worth prioritizing on a budget.
Where to stay in Dublin
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Best time to visit Dublin
The most comfortable months in Dublin are May to September, with average daytime highs of 59 to 67°F (15 to 19°C) and 12 to 15 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month, averaging 67°F (19°C), and January the coolest at 47°F (8°C). October sees the most rain, around 17 days, while January is the driest with about 12.
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| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain (about, mm) | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 90 | 12 | Shoulder: 47°F (8°C), 12 rainy days |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 70 | 13 | Shoulder: 50°F (10°C), 13 rainy days |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 70 | 14 | Shoulder: 51°F (11°C), 14 rainy days |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 60 | 12 | Shoulder: 53°F (12°C), 12 rainy days |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 70 | 12 | Best: 12 rainy days |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 80 | 14 | Best: 14 rainy days |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 80 | 15 | Best: 15 rainy days |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 90 | 14 | Best: 14 rainy days |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 80 | 12 | Best: 12 rainy days |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 100 | 17 | Avoid: among the wettest, 17 rainy days |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 110 | 12 | Shoulder: 52°F (11°C), 12 rainy days |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 100 | 14 | Shoulder: 48°F (9°C), 14 rainy days |
Average daily high and low, and days with rain (a day with at least 1 mm), from Open-Meteo ERA5 records for 2019-2024. Highlighted rows are the pick above. Verdicts use only these numbers.
Rainfall: NASA POWER monthly normals. Sea temperature: NOAA daily satellite data.
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Dublin: common questions
- When is the best time to visit Dublin?
- The best time to visit Dublin is May to September, when average highs run 59 to 67°F (15 to 19°C) with 12 to 15 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month at 67°F (19°C) on average, and January the coolest at 47°F (8°C).
- What is the rainiest month in Dublin?
- October, with roughly 17 days of rain. The driest is January, with about 12. A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain; figures are averages from 2019-2024 records.
- How warm does it get in Dublin?
- July is the warmest month, averaging 67°F (19°C) by day and 56°F (13°C) at night. January is the coolest, at 47°F (8°C) by day and 39°F (4°C) at night.
- What is the rainy season in Dublin?
- The wettest months in Dublin are February to March, June to August, October and December, with 13 to 17 rainy days a month. January is the driest.
- How many days do you need in Dublin?
- Two to three days covers Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, the national museums and galleries, the Guinness Storehouse and an evening of traditional music. Add a day for a coastal trip to Howth or Dalkey, or a longer day trip to the Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough or the ancient sites of the Boyne Valley.
- How do I get around Dublin?
- The center is compact and easy to walk. The DART commuter rail runs along the coast, the Luas trams cross the city, and buses fill in the rest; a Leap Card can be used across them and is usually cheaper than paying cash fares. Buses from the airport run frequently into the center.
- Is it safe to travel to Ireland right now?
- Voyaggora shows the official US, UK and Canada travel advisories for Ireland on one page, with the source and the time each was last checked. Open the live advisory for Ireland before you book.
- What other places are near Dublin?
- The closest Voyaggora guides to Dublin are Edinburgh (220 miles), London (290 miles), Bruges (430 miles).
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