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.

John McGahern

One of McGahern’s (b.1934) best novels is Amongst Women (1990).
Johnnie Fox

A well-known and respected pub, 3 miles (5 km) from Enniskerry. The 18th-century coaching inn, full of old beams and roaring open fires, has a seemingly endless series of connected rooms. Daniel O’Connell was one of the pub’s regulars and historic flyers decorate the walls.
Jonathan Swift

Swift (1667–1745) was born and educated in Dublin (see St Patrick’s Cathedral) and established a reputation as a wit through his satirical works. A Modest Proposal (1729), one of his most brilliant – if grim – satires, suggested feeding poor children to the rich. It is ironic that his work, Gulliver’s Travels (1726), is a children’s classic.
JURY'S INN HOTEL

Very friendly and comfortable hotel in the heart of Dublin. The Hotel is convenient for shopping and transport links to the many attractions this vibrant and historical city has to offer.
Jurys Croke Hotel

Jurys Croke Park Hotel is located on Jones’s Road, directly facing the 82,300 capacity Croke Park Stadium. This Dublin hotel has a sleek, contemporary design, wonderful bedrooms and great bathrooms, 3 dedicated meeting rooms and a business centre with superb IT facilities – making the Jurys Croke Park Hotel the ideal location for work, city breaks, sporting events and conferences. Of all the Dublin hotels, only one can offer you an unrivalled stay right beside a legendary stadium, and a location which is 10 minutes from the city centre on the airport side of town.
Jury’s Inn Galway

The Jury’s chain offers good value well-placed accommodation. This branch is located beside the historic Spanish Arch overlooking Galway Bay.
Kayaking

Children are attended by qualified instructors who take them kayaking in Dublin Bay. All equipment is supplied.
Kealey’s Seafood Bar

Beside the pier, this atmospheric restaurant-bar serves first-class seafood and a range of meat and vegetarian dishes. Traditional music most Sundays.
Kehoe’s

Just off Grafton Street, this cosy and recently refurbished pub has lost none of its original character. It’s usually busy, but there’s a large snug to hide away in, just beside the entrance. Close to Trinity College, it has a good mix of students and old pub characters.
Kenmare

Designed by the Marquess of Lansdowne in 1775, this prosperous town has more of a continental atmosphere here than Irish, with its smart shops and fine restaurants. Kenmare’s greatest claim to fame, however, is more traditional, as a centre of lacemaking.

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