Chester Beatty Library and Gallery of Oriental Art

On Dame Street, south of the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin, stands the mighty architectural achievement that is Dublin Castle, parts of which date back to 1200. Over the centuries Dublin Castle has been a fortress and treasury, a royal palace and a prison. Prior to Irish independence in the 1920s, it was also the centre of British rule in Ireland. Today, Dublin Castle is a government building and significant historic emblem.

After visiting Dublin City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Enjoy a performance at The Smock Alley Theatre, a popular theatre in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.

You can study the exhibits at Dublinia, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

The Millenium Bridge, built to commemorate the start of a new millennium, crosses the River Liffey in Dublin, joining Eustace Street in Temple Bar to the north quays in the city centre. It has become an iconic symbol of Dublin, inspired by its timeless neighbours and designed with a modern twist, and is a point of interest for visitors to Ireland’s capital.