Can you get around Dublin without a car?

There are plenty of options for getting from A to B in Dublin. It is a fairly compact city, which means walking and cycling are viable options. You can walk from many of the city's outlying districts to its centre in around 30 or 40 minutes. But the public transport in Dublin is pretty good too.



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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.

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No car, no problem. Start from one of many hubs around the country, then travel by train, coach, bus or bike for easy trips loaded with exciting discoveries. There's plenty to see across the country without needing a car, from a boat trip to Cobh or a bus to Sligo. Plan your next car-free adventure.

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The Leap card is the key to all of Dublin's transport system. It's the simplest and most cost-effective way to avail of Dublin's public transport services and can be used on the train, tram, bus or to rent a Dublin Bike. Leap card fares are up to 31% cheaper than single-purchase tickets.

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The best time to visit Ireland is during the shoulder season (May, September and October). During these months, you'll find less crowds along with cheaper flight and accommodation prices. These months experience mild temperatures, plenty of dry spells and there's a packed festival calendar.

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If you're into history, Edinburgh wins. They've got higher, more impressive buildings, but it is less diverse than the Irish capital. If you're into modern architecture, Dublin will be more interesting for you.

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Is 4 days enough for Dublin? Yes, 4 days is plenty of time to see Dublin, especially if you use the city as a base from which to take day trips. If you only spend time in Dublin, you might find that four days is actually too much time.

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Train travel is generally the fastest way to get around the country. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) (www.irishrail.ie; 1850/366222 or 01/836-6222) operates the train services in Ireland. Most lines radiate from Dublin to other principal cities and towns.

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