DK Travel : Dublin

One of the most popular capitals in Europe, Dublin is a city steeped in history. Huddled together within a small vicinity you’ll find Viking remains, medieval cathedrals and churches, Georgian squares and excellent museums. But it’s not just about buildings – music, theatre, literature and pubs play just as strong a part in Dublin’s atmosphere. These highlights are the must-sees for any visitor who wants to truly capture the variety and vibrancy of the city.

Custom House

This magnificent building dominates the northside riverbank. Designed by James Gandon, the 114 m (375 ft) long façade is flanked by pavilioned arcades adorned with the Irish coats of arms. The 14 heads decorating the building represent Ireland’s rivers. Restored in 1991, the building is now used as government offices.

Custom House
Dalkey

Another pretty seaside village, and the home of many international stars. There is a couple of excellent galleries and designer boutiques selling pure linen clothes and original silk knitwear.
Daniel O’Connell

The greatest leader of Catholic Ireland, O’Connell (1775–1847) was a constant agitator against the Union.
Darby O’Gill’s

This friendly family-run hotel is in a quiet rural setting five minutes’ drive from Killarney town. Families are particularly well catered for. Traditional Irish music is played nightly in the summer.
Davy Byrne’s

A friendly pub immortalized by James Joyce in his book Ulysses . Seafood and traditional Irish fare accompany the drink.
Days Inn

Excellent value for money right in the heart of the city. Pale floors, bright red sofas and a welcoming fire make up the lounge area, and the bedrooms are stylishly decorated too. The small garden at the back of the hotel is a wonderful and relaxing bonus in good weather.
DCU

Stay at the University if you're on a budget and benefit from their superb spa facility, with steam room, sauna, tepidarium, spa pool and olympic size swimming pool. The facility is pristine and the rooms are basic but clean and spacious for around 20 euros each a night.
Deirdre and the Exile of the Sons of Usnach

King Conchubar loved Deirdre, his harpist’s beautiful daughter. The Druid Cathbad foretold she would bring disaster, so Conchubar kept her in solitude. But Deirdre loved young Naoise, son of Usnach, who, with his brothers, took her to Scotland. After persuading them to return, Conchubar killed Usnach’s sons. Deirdre, grief-stricken, killed herself.
Delphi Lodge

One of Ireland’s most famous fishing lodges. The atmosphere is elegant but informal, with a library, a billiards room and a large drawing room overlooking the lake. Five restored cottages provide further accommodation. The surroundings are home to abundant wild-life, including falcons, badgers and otters. Fly-fishing offered for salmon.
Derry

At the heart of Derry (Londonderry) is a fascinating walled Plantation town, its 350-year-old fortifications almost intact. Free Derry Corner, where a wall is painted with the words “You Are Now Entering Free Derry”, is the most famous of the town’s many political murals.

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