Dublin Region

A weekend of free events celebrating Dublin’s vibrant contemporary art scene opens up a world of visual wonders to everyone. Dublin Gallery Weekend (8–10 November) presents a special programme of exhibitions and events, including artists’ talks, guided tours, performances, demonstrations and discussions, in Dublin’s top galleries. With free entry to exhibitions in 12 of the city’s art galleries, it offers an...

  183 modern guest rooms with sweeping skyline views, vibrant social spaces designed for work and play, offering a welcome cocktail on arrival, Dublin’s newest hotel is set to take the Docklands to new heights Dublin’s skyline has a bold new addition as Moxy Dublin Docklands opens its doors, following a multi-million euro investment by MKN Property Group. Moxy Hotels, the playful...

See Dublin from a different angle on a serene, scenic and sustainable cruise around Dublin Bay, one of the world’s most beautiful marine environments. With so much to do in Dublin, a city break can be a whirlwind of sightseeing. But take a breath, head for the sea and take a Dublin Bay Cruise; you will be rewarded with...

The Nightmare Realm Will Unleash ‘The Curse of the Five’ this Halloween 21 Nights. Five Cursed Souls. One Unforgettable Nightmare. New venue, new theme.   Early bird tickets now on sale As summer ends and darker evenings creep in, shadows and demons begin to stir—Halloween is coming, and with it, The Nightmare Realm, Europe’s most awarded Halloween attraction.  Returning for 2025, this year’s...

    Ireland’s tales of the undead and Dublin’s Gothic architecture inspired the creation of the world’s most famous vampire.   There is one place in the world where Halloween isn’t just celebrated, it’s part of the heritage. Welcome to Ireland, the true home of Halloween, where ancient Celtic traditions and gothic legends collide in a celebration unlike anywhere else on Earth. Long before...

As Bram Stoker’s gothic masterpiece Dracula reaches its 125th anniversary, Dublin prepares to paint the town red with vampirish bloodthirsty antics. This October the Bram Stoker Festival returns to Dublin (28 –31 October) after a two-year hiatus to celebrate Count Dracula and his creator in a weekend of ghastly thrills, spine-chilling spectacles and fun-filled frights. The world’s most famous vampire was the creation...

With an illustrious literary legacy and a love of language evident in the very fabric of the city, Dublin is the perfect book-lover’s destination. The new ‘travel gets lit’ trend is reinvigorating the idea of travelling to places featured in novels, building trips around book festivals, or visiting places associated with great writers. But Dublin, a UNESCO City of Literature,...

From star gazing to spa relaxing, and from cosy cottages to castle splendour, you’ll find the island of Ireland is the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day. However you want to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day, the island of Ireland has you covered. Here are some suggestions for those seeking the romantic things to do. Go stargazing togetherWhat could be more...

Dublin Wins Smart Tourism Capital Award 2024 Accolade recognises Dublin as a leading city in sustainable innovation Dublin has won the European Commission’s Smart Tourism Capital Award designation for 2024. The accolade recognises outstanding achievements by European cities as tourism destinations in four categories: sustainability, accessibility, digitalisation as well as cultural heritage and creativity. The judging panel recognised that Dublin has...

Powerscourt prepares for a colourful and sustainable spring Even as winter closes in, preparations are underway at the magnificent Powerscourt Estate to plant a bee-friendly, bio-diverse, sustainable spring garden. Powercourt Estate and Gardens in County Wicklow is continuing its journey towards being recognised on a global stage for its sustainability initiatives. The stunning Palladian mansion set in 1,000 acres, which include...