Our Ireland highlights

• Christ Church Cathedral

  
  Dublin » What to See » Cathedrals & Churches

  Of Dublin's two city centre cathedrals - both Church of Ireland - Christ Church is older, with an early manuscript dating it back to 1030. Read on
  

• Best Western Premier Academy Plaza Hotel

  
  Dublin » Where to Stay » Upmarket

  This newly rebuilt hotel is smart, inviting and slap bang in the city centre. All rooms have distinctive red and black checked carpets, soft cream walls, and crisp linens on the super-comfort beds, ensuring a good night's sleep is on the cards. Read on
  

• Cape Clear Ferry

  
  Dublin » Ireland Highlights & Hidden Gems » Cork

  Ireland's most southerly inhabited island lies eight miles off the coast of Co. Cork. It is three miles long by one mile wide and dotted with ancient church ruins and Celtic stones. Read on
  

• Jurys Inn Christchurch

  
  Dublin » Where to Stay » Mid-Range

  Nestled between two major historic tourist attractions - Christ Church and St. Patrick's Cathedrals - this particular Jurys Inn is extremely well placed for all the major city sights, shops and nightlife. Read on
  

• Kinlay House

  
  Dublin » Where to Stay » Hostels

  This distinctive 1870 red-brick Victorian building on Lord Edward St, at the top of Dame St, is great for the budget traveller. Beside Christ Church Cathedral and near Temple Bar, its location is suitably central and just a short stroll from many major attractions. Read on
  

• Celtic Whiskey Shop

  
  Dublin » Shopping » Specialist Shops

  At the top of Dawson St, almost opposite The Mansion House, this quaint shop stocks the city's most varied collection of whiskeys, bourbons and wines. Read on
  

• James Joyce Centre

  
  Dublin » What to See » Museums & Galleries

  Built in 1784 for the Earl of Kenmare, the original plasterwork of this fine Georgian townhouse had disappeared completely by 1982 but was restored using photographs taken by Joyce’s friend, Constantine Curran. Read on
  

• Irish Tourist Assistance Service - helping tourist victims of crime

  
  Dublin » Arrival & Transport Information » Emergency numbers

  Even with the best planning and advice, things can sometimes go wrong. If you are a tourist and have been a victim of crime, report the incident to the Gardaí (Police) and call ITAS. Read on
  

• Old Jameson Distillery

  
  Dublin » What to See » Old Jameson Distillery

  Walk across the see-through floor - beneath which lie original stone foundations - and enter the evocative world of John Jameson, a Scottish migrant who began making whiskey here in 1780. Read on