Head to the centre of Dublin for a hint of the town’s historic past at the picturesque Clontarf Castle. Built in the 1830s, this stoic Georgian country house stands on the site of a much older building. In fact, the history of the area dates all the way back to the 11th Century, when the original medieval Clontarf Castle stood here.

Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.

Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Dollymount Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dublin.

Find out about the history of Dublin when you spend time at Grand Canal Square. Check out the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

Spot this futuristic crystal building rising high in the dockyards and cycle along the grassy banks of the adjacent canal.