Best Castles in Ireland
Blarney's famous stone, Bunratty's restored tower house, Ross Castle on a Killarney lake, and Malahide's 800-year Talbot family history — where we've actually covered each one in full.
Things to Do in Dublin This Weekend
We don't have a verified weekend listing published for right now.
This page is updated by hand with real, sourced events each week, and it's due a fresh update. Rather than show you an old or empty list, here's a set of things worth doing in Dublin any weekend, plus a link to everything confirmed and upcoming on our events calendar.
Looking for something with a confirmed date? Browse all upcoming events in Dublin — that calendar always shows only events that haven't happened yet.
Best Time to Visit Ireland
Summer has the longest days and the biggest crowds, the shoulder months either side are the usual compromise, and winter is genuinely the cheapest — what each season actually means for a trip.
Driving in Ireland: What First-Time Visitors Get Wrong
Left-hand driving, clockwise roundabouts, and roads too narrow for two cars to pass — what actually catches first-time visitors out, before you book a rental car.
Money and Tipping in Ireland
The euro, not sterling — and which side of the border you're on actually matters. What's normal to tip, and when cash still beats a card.
Where to Stay in Dublin
Dublin 2 for first-timers who want to walk everywhere, Temple Bar for nightlife, Portobello and Ballsbridge for something quieter — a guide to the areas, not a hotel list.
Bram Stoker Festival Guide
Dublin's Halloween festival, named for its Dracula-writing native son — why it exists, when it happens every year, and what to expect.