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- Win Tickets to the Jameson Cult Film Club Screening of 'The Blues Brothers'!
- Events & Festivals in April and May 2012
- Irish Landmark Trust
- Dublin and Ireland's Literary Legacy
- Dublin UNESCO City of Literature
- Cultural walking in Dublin
- From Dublin to the Kremlin - In Your Pocket makes Irish dreams come true.
- Scenic Ireland photographic book
- Glasnevin Cemetery Walking Tours
- Getting Jiggy With It
- Will the real St. Patrick Please Stand Up
- A History of Ireland in 250 Episodes
- Daytrip to Glendalough
- Ireland by Train - Dublin - Cork
- Ireland by Train - Dublin - Sligo
- Irish House Party
- Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre
- U2 Landmarks
- Old Jameson Distillery
- Finding your way around Dublin
- Temple Bar
- Sport in the City
- Set-Jetting
- Dublin - A Short History
- Speaking Gaelic Irish
- The Border
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The Border
The island's only land border is between the Republic of Ireland (RoI) in the south and Northern Ireland (NI) - which is part of the United Kingdom - in the north east of the island.... -
Set-Jetting
Be careful where you walk in Dublin … you’re almost certain to find yourself in the middle of a movie set, surrounded by top Hollywood stars.... -
U2 Landmarks
Arguably Dublin’s most famous export since Guinness, U2 are nothing short of iconic. Naturally, the city has more than a few landmarks with historical U2 significance, and here's our pick of the unmissible and - dare we say - unforgettable for all you pop and rock pilgrims.... -
A History of Ireland in 250 Episodes
If our History section has you hankering for more, a new book by its writer, Jonathan Bardon, encapsulates thousands of years of Irish history in an eminently readable and highly enjoyable format.... -
Sport in the City
The Irish have had a long love affair with sport, so consider enhancing your capital sojourn with a trip to see a top-class game.... -
Win Tickets to the Jameson Cult Film Club Screening of 'The Blues Brothers'!
We all love going to the movies and the Jameson Cult Film Club is a great way to go all out and enjoy a fun-filled night of great films and tasty cocktails.... -
Will the real St. Patrick Please Stand Up
Many myths and legends surround the world's best known patron saint. But what is known about the real life of the saint they call Patrick? Patrick was from Bannavem Taberniae, a 5th Century Roman Briton settlement.... -
Ireland by Train - Dublin - Cork
Train buff, and pround holder of over 65 rail pass, Colin McAlpin continues his journey across Ireland by railway.... -
Dublin and Ireland's Literary Legacy
From the Book of Kells to Marian Keyes, through the centuries Ireland has embraced all things literature.... -
From Dublin to the Kremlin - In Your Pocket makes Irish dreams come true.
Each year RTE, Ireland's national broadcaster, pays tribute to someone special as part of The Afternoon Show's 'Random Acts of Kindness' strand.... -
Finding your way around Dublin
Unlike most European countries, Ireland has no postcodes as such. However, Dublin does have postal districts numbered D1 - D24.... -
Cultural walking in Dublin
Make the most of the Dublin scenery and indulge in a spot of ‘culturcise’. We’ve coined the phrase for cultural trips that incorporates a bit of physical exercise.... -
Events & Festivals in April and May 2012
April: Sun 1 - Mon 30: One City, One Book, Various locationsDublin has taken the mantle of ... -
Daytrip to Glendalough
For over eight decades St. Kevin's Bus Service, a 100% Irish, family-run business, has been spiriting visitors the 30miles from Dublin to the Co....
Events & Festivals in February & March 2012
Thur 2 Feb - Fri 27 April: The Human Body, Ambassador Theatre, 1 O'Connell St Lwr, D1.
This incredible exhibition lays bare the essential components of the human anatomy using the process of plastination to preserve organs and systems. More than 200 real human body specimens are displayed across nine mesmeric galleries, all of which are designed to be seen by all ages (though children under 10 should be accompanied by a parent or teacher). This thought-provoking event aims to educate visitors and encourage them to adopt a healthier lifestyle. The effects of smoking, obesity and other unhealthy lifestyle choices are brought into sharp focus, with photos and video enhancing the experience. Open daily from 10:00. Adults €20, conc. €16, Children €12, Family €54. Discover more at www.thehumanbody.ie. Book through www.ticketmaster.ie, tel. (+353) (0)1 873 4344.
Thur 16 - Sun 26 Feb: Jameson International Film Festival, Various Locations.
The city goes celluloid with eleven days of movies and cinema-inspired events and awards at Ireland's premier film festival. Big stars will be in town to talk about their craft and answer your burning questions. And there'll be plenty of Irish premiers across some of Dublin's best-known cinemas. Find out the full programme and book your tickets by t
MARCH
Fri 16 - Wed 19 March: St Patrick's Festival, Various Locations.
The green carpet is firmly in place for the mother of all national holidays. Street entertainment, tours, treasure hunts, Irish dancing and Sir James Galway and the RTE National Symphony in Concert are among the events enveloping the city over these four fun-filled days. The Sat 17 March St. Patrick’s Day Parade has adopted Dublin's City of Science 2012 as its theme. So grab a space and watch marching bands and super-sized marionettes leave Parnell Square at 12:00 and snake along O'Connell Street and Dame Street before arriving just past Saint Patrick's Cathedral. For full details on the packed programme visit:www.stpatricksfestival.ie.