About Dublin

Situated on the east coast of Ireland in Leinster, Dublin county encompasses the city of Dublin and the areas of Fingal, South Dublin and Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown. The population of Dublin county is estimated as just over 1 million, or 29 per cent of the national population. A coastal county, Dublin borders with the Irish sea to the east, and with County Meath to the north, County Kildare to the east and County Wicklow to the south.

Medieval, Georgian and modern architecture provide a backdrop to this friendly, bustling port which can boast literary giants such as Joyce, Beckett, and Wilde as native sons.

Steeped in history and brimming with youthful energy, Dublin is a medieval city populated by a people characterised by a passion for the "craic"! That's the Irish word for "fun" and it's to be found in abundance in this vibrant and charming cosmopolitan city. You'll find its long and colourful past chronicled in its fine museums and art galleries and a wealth of traditional entertainment in its pubs, cafes and restaurants.

This diverse and exciting city has something for everyone! You will find a seemingly endless range of visitor attractions, from the impressive museums that house some of Europe's most fascinating heritage to the more modern centres of entertainment. Whatever your interest; sport, music, history, art or literature, Dublin has it covered.

Modern Dublin is being transformed by enormous changes caused by the recent economic boom, and you cannot be here without catching some of the infectious excitement that comes with prosperity. The city has always had a reputation as a great historical city, and its strong links with world literature and the arts are readily apparent. It certainly has a lot to offer visitors - not least it's diverse attractions. In summing up, Dublin has been gaining a reputation over the last decade that very few cities in the world could live up to.