5 THINGS ABOUT (Dublin)

1. Language

You’re unlikely to hear locals speaking Gaelic in Dublin, but you’ll see it on street signs and official buildings along with English.

2. For lovers of literature

Ireland’s capital city was home to some of the greats, including Oscar Wilde, James Joyce and George Bernard Shaw. They are all featured at the Dublin Writers Museum.

3. Bus tour

A hop-on, hop-off bus tour by Dublin Bus Tours that stops at hot spots in town allows tourists to choose their own adventure.

4. Temple Bar Market

The Temple Bar area offers a popular market for foodies on Saturdays in Meeting House Square.

5. Dublin Castle

The more than 1,000-year-old castle in the heart of historic Dublin is a great place to get a crash course in Irish history.