Euro (€) is the currency used in the Republic of Ireland (including most big cities that we visit: Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kilkenny, Kerry, Donegal, Mayo and Waterford). If you're flying into Dublin, you'll need Euro first!
People Also Ask
We strongly recommend that you don't carry all your spending money as dollars into Ireland to convert. The best option is to convert money locally, before you travel. If you do find yourself in Ireland with money to convert, you have it's best to avoid currency desks in airports or near tourist attractions.
This is so entirely dependent on your own travel preferences that it's tough to estimate but we recommend putting aside roughly €700 to €1700 for spending money for one week in Europe.
How do I pay for a taxi in Ireland? Taxis in Ireland must accept credit and debit card payments (for example Visa, Mastercard, American Express) as well as cash. You can choose how you want to pay. Taxi drivers cannot add a surcharge on any card payments.
At a country level, the cost of living in Ireland, including housing, is only 10% lower than the cost of living in the USA. However, the United States has many cities that are cheaper to live in than similar cities in Ireland.
Dublin is a very walkable city, but make sure you wear comfortable shoes so you can stay on your feet all day. A lot of the city's top restaurants offer a lunch menu that's much cheaper than dinner, and daytime reservations are usually easier to get than dinner bookings.
What Should I Tell My Bank Before Traveling? Generally, you should tell your bank the locations you are traveling to and the dates/duration of your travels.