And Irish cuisine, once considered a bit of an oxymoron, is on full display in Dublin.
Here, our favorite spots in ‘The Pale.’
But the city offers a number of festivals that make up for the chilly weather.
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Patrick’s Day Festivalin March.
St. Patrick’s Day in Dublinis more so celebrated by travelers than locals.
Locals view the day as more of a reflective occasion to celebrate relationships, family, and faith.
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The autumn months are particularly beautiful as leaves start to change color throughout the city and its many parks.
Every September, there’s theDublin Fringe Festivaland theTaste of Dublin great for foodies.
And each November, celebrated authors come to the city for the annualDublin Book Festival.
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The DART train connects the city to the quaint villages and towns that dot the countryside and waterfront.
Trains: TheDARTis the city’s commuter train that connects Dublin to surrounding cities and towns.
The city’s light rail system, theLuas, has two lines that service 67 stations around the city.
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The Green line runs north to south, and the red line east to west.
Travelers can purchase tickets at any of the stops.
Buses: TheDublin Bushas 120 routes and 18 night routes that connect the entire city.
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The fare is dependent on distance traveled and tickets can be purchased at stations and on the bus.
Taxis: Taxis are available all over Dublin and are fast and efficient, if only a bit expensive.
Uber is also available throughout Dublin.
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There’s also The Cellar Bar, The Garden Room, and No.
23 Cocktail Bar, for those looking for a quick bite or fine cocktail.
The hotel offers 142 rooms and suites, many of which overlook the meticulously manicured gardens.
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The hotel’s 187 rooms and suites sport bright and stylish design with pops of color accenting contemporary furnishings.
The restaurant is centrally located, just steps from Dublin Castle.
The distillery has more than 230 international whiskey awards and is a favorite among whiskey aficionados.
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Guests can tour the facilities or partake in a whiskey tasting for the full experience.
At nearly 20 hectares, you could easily spend an entire day strolling through the beautifully landscaped gardens.
The museum hosts a number of events, and showcases a range of 10,000 unique exhibits.
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Visitors can shop or dine at any of the over 40 boutiques and restaurants throughout the complex.
If you’re looking for a place to catch live music, this area is it.
In addition, travelers will find plenty of great restaurants and pubs on the surrounding streets.
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The nearby Ranelagh neighborhood has a similar feel, and both can be easily reached by taxi.
Weather
Compared to other European cities, Dublin has a relatively mild climate.
The city gets a fair amount of rain, averaging some level ofprecipitation around 191 daysout of the year.
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Average temperaturesare listed below in Fahrenheit.
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