Visit Dublin - The Don'ts of Visiting Dublin, Ireland

[@GravityFromAbove]

And don't try to impress them with a fake Irish accent. It doesn't.

[@ecurewitz]

I'll just impress them with my native Harvard accent instead

[@SkratchersOtherWorseChannel]

@@ecurewitz No we won't.

[@SkratchersOtherWorseChannel]

@Richard Moloney Yeaaaaahhh pal what's the bleeedin storeeey?

[@gempai-o5u]

@Morgasm172 mate that's just flat out wrong hahaha. Someone from the North sounds nothing like someone from Dublin

[@Ian-yf7uf]

I always thought the fake Irish was just tourists being funny

[@MrLeeleeeeeeee]

There is a street called Capel Street where locals go lovely creamy pints not at the tourist prices. Us Irish are more than willing to help you with directions and places to go.

[@woltersworld]

The Irish are straight up super great people. Fun, funny, helpful. Just a great bunch.

[@johnc1975]

Thanks for that Liam. I'm from Northern California visiting Dublin this June. Plan to steer clear of the Temple Bar area, prefer a quiet traditional pub, I'll check out Capel St.

[@MrLeeleeeeeeee]

@@johnc1975 near Capel Street is a place called Smith field home to Jameson whiskey lovely place for a tour. Once you are finished there get the luas the tram towards Collins barracks it is a museum of Ireland I think free in. It is a few stops down from Smith field. When you arrive at the tram stop buy yourself a leap card it is a green credit card size card that you can top up for use of public transport around the Dublin for the tram (luas) Dublin Bus and Bus Eireann. Just tap on and off for the tram. Tap once when you are getting on the buses. Lovely little sea side village called howth get the green train called the dart out there. Go a for a walk around the harbour. Then get the bus up to the summit pub and walk up past the pub to a viewing area see all of Dublin Bay which is spectacular.

[@damiananslik6214]

@fluffyduckbutter's sister To add to Liam's comment, I'd also recommend Bray. There's a hill near the beach that is nice for a walk. Good view on the local area and mountains from the top. If you feel adventurous you can do the Bray to Greystones walk.

[@tonyofarrell2775]

Don't ever ask an Irish person for directions

[@damiengill9990]

Top tip dont drink in Temple Bar full stop. Lots of cheaper pubs with better craic within 5 minutes walk of the place

[@bhushaaa4244]

I'm visitng next week. What pubs do you recommend?

[@drakonidesthevigilant5155]

@@bhushaaa4244 make sure to check out the Dublin Applebee's good "craic" and moderately priced drinks

[@Danny30011980]

Defo. It is a tourist rip off trap that should be avoided

[@margaret5820]

DONT CALL YOURSELF A TRAVELLER IN DUBLIN BECAUSE ITS NOT WHAT YOU THINK IT MEANS

[@silviotj]

indeed the gypsy community wouldn't like it at all i can relate as a gypsy myself

[@margaret5820]

silviotj well of you know anything about Dublin, I live in Darndale and I live around travelers, soundest people you’ll ever meet

[@koro741]

@@silviotj canale romale do u speak Roma ??

[@okok72277]

@@margaret5820 facts travellers are pure sound

[@ResevoirGod]

@@okok72277 They must be an entirely different breed to the inbred scumbags that frequent the UK then

[@xx5831]

#1 rule don’t call us English or British

[@crossman20]

Dont call us Irish either because we are now multicultural and soo tolerant.

[@kyleparks7808]

Northern Ireland is Brittish

[@okok72277]

@@crossman20 hardly

[@scopelandyard5792]

@@kyleparks7808 go fys ye ignorant prick! Northern Ireland is irish!

[@wesleymalaquiasdonasciment5175]

Scopeland Yard it’s Scottish

[@okok72277]

Absolutely go to Howth. Well worth the trip. Also, if you're not a US citizen and you're going to the US after Europe, make Ireland youre LAST stop in Europe, as it's the only country in Europe which has US preclearance for immigration, meaning if you're gonna be refused entry, you'll be refused before getting on your flight, not after.

[@terrim.602]

This is a very good tip! Thank you!!

[@barrymcg3632]

I’m from Dublin, and I’d advice tourists to be careful when they are in the city centre, there can be not so nice people around there. Also suburb areas like Rathfarnham have great parks and it is steeped in history.

[@angelg.8462]

I noticed in most stores and pharmacies, well dressed security guards there🤔

[@hineylive]

I'd recommend Glenshane in tallaght ha

[@kevinconlon1824]

A great park to come to is the Stretch in Finglas

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

Noted Barry McG I would like to have you as my friend also as brother if you can put me through I wouldn't mind If I request for your WhatsApp number so to always put me on a right track not to be mislead. My name is Yomi George. My Instagram name @La_Penzaar

[@kendalljones5130]

Tank you

[@Lizzardvoldemort]

as someone from Dublin, I can guarantee you Temple Bar is not the only place to drink, locals avoid it like the plague you will rarely see Dubliners there, hit up places like the Bernard Shaw, Camden and Georges street for pints, and make sure to keep in mind that in Trinity College there are still thousands of students around, especially during exam season so be diligent! Also the 757 bus from the airport is the best way to do it!

[@donovanfoto3263]

When I first went to Dublin (1979), Temple Bar was noted as a tourist trap but the district was just part of Dublin. We went to a pub on Grafton Street, which is no longer there. We also went to Captain A's, on Grafton Street which IS still there. Can't wait to go back.

[@The_Fuzz1]

We took a day trip to Malahide and Howth. They are both fantastic places.

[@angelg.8462]

Howth was just a short train ride and so charming 😍🌹🌺

[@a.s.2322]

Those are the two places that interest me the most. Can you tell me where to sign up for the trips? Thank you!

[@audreystears1367]

Panzer faust if you want info or have any questions about malahide for your trip fire away I live there

[@a.s.2322]

@@audreystears1367 Thank you very much! At first: Is it worth visiting malahide and is it hard to get there with public transportation from dublin?

[@andrewmccullagh1231]

Yuppa I'm from malahide

[@lisaprobyn5874]

Just got home from a trip to Dublin and I LOVE IT ! love love love it ! The people are amazing ! The cab drivers are incredible , the scenery, the streets the sights 😩 omg I want to go back so bad

[@daverose2958]

As someone who is visiting Dublin for the first time soon, i am glad for this video. Thank you for putting this one up before I went to Dublin

[@senseispud2197]

I hope to see you soon then!

[@ellalarkin1016]

Dave, it's been cold here recently, pack layers and comfortable waterproof walking shoes.

[@warrenbeetar2258]

I'm going to Dublin soon! See you there mate!

[@NoNameThoughtOfYet]

As Wolter Said, Do The Best You Can Not To Go To Temple Bar… It's A Tourist Trap… There's Lots Of Other Pubs Around That Aren't Expensive… I'd Recommend Getting A Tour Of The Brú Na Boinne Complex , The Hill Of Tara And Trim Castle (The Largest Anglo-Norman Castle In Europe) All In County Meath… But I Hope You Have A Wonderful Time Here Visiting My Hometown And Country! :D

[@warrenbeetar2258]

Is it safe to walk around the temple bar district at night, alone? Just how likely are tourists, to get mugged? Like walking to the voodoo lounge or brazen head pub? Coming from near the temple bar district? How good and effective are the police in Dublin?

[@nbenefiel]

I did my Masters in Irish history back in the 70’’s at University College Dublin. The manuscript I was working on was at Trinity. Back then, the library was usually empty, except during the summer. Before going into the rare book room, I’d stop and take a look at the book of Kells. They turned the page daily, so, over the years I worked there I saw the whole, incredible manuscript.

[@SgtDuster]

Walk, walk and walk. Dublin is a compact city, easy to walk around and there nice things to see around every corners.

[@Conorcruiz]

If your younger and you want to go out, go to Cork, it’s so much cheaper, with loads of alternative pubs and clubs... if you are older and want good food, scenery and sights to see go to Killarney. It is beautiful in the summer.

[@sarahann530]

Alternative pubs and clubs , did not realize Cork was so gay

[@bruce8443]

For quieter (and cheaper) accommodations, don't forget to consider taking the light rail either northeast or southeast and getting a place near the end of the line. To get back downtown is cheap and easy, but then you are staying in a real neighborhood and not the tourist crush.

[@295g295]

Twenty years ago, while on a tour of UK & Ireland, my group stayed at the hotel at Deer Park Golf course, just uphill from the Howth DART Station. goo.gl/maps/CiNPrcvshUM2 www.irishrail.ie/travel-information/howth

[@sandrajohnston85]

1. Don't put on a fake Irish accent, talk about leprechauns or tell us you're Irish because your granny's mother's aunt was Irish. 2. Don't panic if you get lost, we will stop and help you. 3. Avoid temple bar like the plague, no self respecting Irish person drinks there so you'll be paying for terrible and over priced pints there. 4. The quays and bachelors walk are beautiful but don't be around them at night. We have a serious homelessness crisis and a drug issue in Ireland and it can be seen strongly along the quays in Dublin. 4. Don't expect to get away without getting a bit of slagging. It's just a little harmless joking. We mean no harm.

[@sapbison]

Very helpful Sandra. Hope to be there in Jan!

[@diegoignaciocelisquiroz5967]

Thanks so much for your videos! I'm planning to go to Europe in some months, and this is really useful and fun. Thanks again from Chile 🇨🇱

[@michellebrady3439]

I’m from Dublin, and love your videos on Ireland, my little country always comes across so well ! If you really want to get out of the city, jump on the bus and go to Swords (right beside the airport and about 30/40 mins from the city depending on traffic) it’s a quite town, built around a Castle (which a lot of people find amazing that it’s just there at the bottom of the Main Street) plenty of pubs and restaurants, a shopping centre, movie theatre and about 15/20 mins from Malahide which is on the coast with beautiful walkways.

[@woltersworld]

Thank you for the heads up!

[@jihadulalam3182]

how can I comeing bublin

[@gerRule]

Nah head Southside, Dundrum, dun loaghaire, Dalkey

[@TheMayoDon123]

Also Howth is a must!

[@Monkeypole]

@@jihadulalam3182 Until you can speak English (or Irish), don't.

[@troberts235]

Another one of the don'ts for Dublin are don't forget to visit the National museum in Kildare st, in particular. If you want to get a real sense of Ireland and the ancient history you have got to visit it. Personally, I would put the National museum ahead of The book of Kells in trinity college and another great aspect to visiting the National museum is that it's FREE OF CHARGE.

[@thejacquoranda]

Don’t think Dublin is only the city centre. There are some beautiful suburbs to visit: Howth, Dalkey, Malahide, Killiney, Portmarnock, etc... Howth has definitely the best seafood in Dublin.

[@kevinconlon1824]

What about finglas tjats a lovely place

[@mrhoppy_9724]

@@kevinconlon1824 please tell me you're joking

[@kevinconlon1824]

@@mrhoppy_9724 obviously that's the point 😂

[@francescahughes7009]

don't tell them your childhood hero is Oliver Cromwell

[@marytohill]

Don't tell us about how your great, great, great grandfather's cousin twice removed was originally from Ireland and how that makes you Irish! Or even, worse tell us their name and ask us if we know them!

[@EattinThurs61]

Mary Tohill No worries no Irish in my family, just some Lowland Scots that emigrated in the 1250's...

[@gerRule]

Do tell us it’s not irritating, we’re not all a bunch of moans

[@DarrenBonJovi]

Americans, don't assume every irish person you see in the pub wants to engage in conversation with you. They'll politely talk to you, but in reality they may want you you to fuck off so they can enjoy their pint in peace.

[@damiengill9990]

Ah I love when the yanks come out with the great grannys brothers best friends cousin is half Irish. Nod and smile and slag them off later :) :) :)

[@shannonperez9816]

And this is exactly why traditions die. People like you. Be happy they are interested! Wth

[@mobileoppressionpalace6728]

The cheap flights to and from Dublin makes it a perfect layover for trips to Europe from North America.

[@EarlSquirrelsonn]

If you’re paying more than €20 per flight from the continent - you’re doing it wrong.

[@caradventure5268]

Just go to the Jameson Distillery, its actually my favourite place in Dublin. Do the tour and just have a drink in the end.

[@caradventure5268]

@@traceymarshall5886 yes thats true. However the old destillery on Bow Street, is just an amazing experience to see also the history behind it. Teeling is also great, never had the chance to visit Perase Lyons though. As an whiskey fan I also enjoy the Temple Bar Whiskey and Tobaco Shop.

[@whiskeyash8097]

Go to teelings my personal fave or pearse lyons. Even the newly opened liberties distillery

[@stigstrandberg1695]

@@traceymarshall5886 I agree on that! Was there 2 years ago, and walked over to Teelings, where I got the best tour ever on my own.

[@lockergr]

I can smell the place from here. Thanks Dad. He gave me a shot of that when I was of age and I spit it across the kitchen and out my nose. Uggggh. Glad it suits someone's palate.

[@giraffeobsession5]

Hole in the wall restaurants (off the main streets) can have meals between 5-10 Euros. Definitely look around before you settle on the closest restaurant.

[@aeastwood54]

Don’t miss out on going to the National museums around the city, especially the one at Collins Barracks near Heuston Train station. Lots on Irish history, 1916 rising etc

[@anthonyhind1308]

Love Collins Barracks.

[@greneellen8]

I loved the Dublin Castle tour. You get to go down below and see the original castle wall. Lots of information. History. Well worth the 12 euros for the ticket.

[@toyotaprius79]

Thomas Street is a good place if you want to see what is left of 'Old Dublin'. Often youll see private horses, or some for hire on the road in the middle of town.

[@woltersworld]

Thanks!

[@toyotaprius79]

@@woltersworld You have to be at the right time right place to see a little sight like that! It's not often posh if that's your thing. Hope you enjoyed the weather recently, last sunday it was hectic. Sun, wind, rain, bursts of snow in one afternoon.

[@MovieEvy123]

I lived on Thomas street for about 4 months when I studied abroad in Dublin back in Fall! Lovely area!

[@stephenh4965]

I really do recommend not going to Temple Bar cause it's just so overpriced and not worth it

[@rossbarrett9285]

Rip off temple bar.

[@ronanwhite1605]

Agreed. Its a shit hole.

[@aaronb.4785]

There's a restaurant in Temple Bar called Mongolian BBQ, its really good food and not too pricey, so if you do end up there and feel stuck, that's an option

[@aaronb.4785]

@Jayson Gundy Exactly

[@hyrule5975]

It’s a tourist trap

[@khorn102]

make sure you buy yokes off anto 3 for 15 euro absolute bargain

[@Panondras55]

what is that?

[@StarlMarshmo]

@@Panondras55 Don't worry about it 😂

[@natalieflanagan175]

As an Irish native, I say skip Dublin and head to the rural parts of Ireland to see its real beauty. The moutains,lakes and calmness of it is out of this world. Visit Kerry, Cork, Galway,Clare.

[@powdavis]

You should visit the Guinness Storehouse, it's not just about drinking. It has lots of history, you can enjoy a nice meal and listen to some great music. Then there's The Gravity Bar, I recommend having a drink up there at sunset the view is amazing.

[@mresstell]

You can actually tour around the main city by foot! Dublin City is as big (or as small) as Cebu City, Philippines. It is very interesting to walk around Dublin City and you can get the most of it just by walking around as most exciting spots are just very near each other!

[@roymarven1736]

catch the train to wexford, very picturesque and the people are very friendly.

[@woltersworld]

That is a good one! Thank you

[@aedolahd3810]

I'm originally from Wexford but I live in Germany, I miss my little town and its quirks hahaha

[@mattpbent]

Not to mention the weird accent 😂

[@nigelmchugh5541]

Great advice Roy. Lovely little Viking town, great bars/restaurants. Look up the Yellowbelly Brewery.

[@sasauge4230]

aedo lahd bunclody lad here

[@ilovepickle]

Everything he said about Trinity is 100% correct! I LOVED the book of Kells and the college is just amazing!

[@gerardnolan6496]

Welcome to my home town Wolter , donts are very good in this vid , well done .. we tend not to go to temple bar , go instead to graftion street and explore the many streets from it ... eat your main meal at lunch time in a pub or food hall and don’t eat at night or just Mickey D’s or a chipper instead .. the restaurants charge at least twice the price in the evening ... the city busses are hop on hop off and the best way to see it all ... Jameson also have a place like Guinness on the opposite side of the Liffey ... museums are mostly free but my favorite is the Chester Beaty library . If your going on one of the coach tours don’t go at the weekend , it’s much more fun and less people during the mid week .. the country is small and most tours will take less than 2 hours journey , my favorite is glendalough in Wicklow and Saint Patrick’s grave there . Beautiful beyond belief . And remember if your lost ask someone , we’re a very friendly bunch of people .

[@stigstrandberg1695]

I visited Kilmainham Gaol - A really good taste of Irish history!!!

[@tony4cats214]

the Chester Beaty is a gem, so too the national gallery and the Hugh Lane.

[@hiyou5974]

I’m from Dublin and it’s very interesting to see a tourists point of view on how they see the city , great video and an even greater channel !

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

Am visiting soon I would like you to show me around when i visit and i wouldn't mind to be your friend. My name is Yomi George.

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

My Facebook name Is Yomi Penzaar

[@MagnificentGermanywithDarion]

Great video Mark. I will be in Dublin for the very first time this year and I found your video helpful. Thanks so much !!!! :)

[@twobrothersproductions9358]

I’m going to be there next month! I’ll be staying a month in port rush. Ireland is such a gorgeous place, and such a good spot for first time travelers. 🇮🇪 Great vid sir!

[@sodaking6858]

Two things I have to say as advice 1 dont go to the temple bar section of Dublin city it's a tourist trap some of the highest pint prices in the city and of course 2 dont go to Dublin and not visit the GPO look it up

[@ellalarkin1016]

Where is Portrush? Is it in the North of Ireland?

[@twobrothersproductions9358]

Ella Larkin yep. It is a relatively small town on the Tippity top of Northern Ireland.

[@robertgalster6777]

Don't call yourselves travellers in Ireland. Just say tourists. Travellers have a very different meaning and you don't want to be associated with it. Trust me. Also be careful in Northern Ireland. It is not part of the Republic and some spots are not as safe as others and they use pounds not Euros. Alot of people fall for that trap.

[@brandonjohnston1744]

@@twobrothersproductions9358 I'm from the port mate please dont dont ever say northern Ireland is part of Ireland in Here honestly I've seen tourists get stabbed for saying they have even passed through ireland.... please learn about the trouble... northern Ireland is part of the UK there is a massive wall dividing protestants and Catholics in alot of parts in NI

[@Cynicayke]

Don't limit yourself to just drinking Guinness. Dublin has a great craft beer scene, so I'd recommend checking out the Galway Bay Brewery bars like Alfie Byrne's and Beer Market.

[@woltersworld]

Irish alcohol = liquid gold :)

[@yermanoffthetelly]

Some fantastic Irish IPAs around at the minute. White Hag, Galway Bay, Wicklow Wolf, Kinnegar breweries all have great offerings.

[@anthonyryan30]

If you do tip you’ll get better service.

[@LaggMIA]

But I like Guinness....

[@kevindalton2981]

Don't forget to take go on the 1916 tour and book online (works out cheaper). Truly is a walk into the past covering the 1916 Easter Rising where Irish rebels seized buildings in the city attempting to obtain Irish independence. Have a great St Patrick's Day from Dublin, my hometown! Thanks, Woltersworld!

[@BoldOne8760]

@Michael Kelly wtf is wrong with you. This has nothing to do with Europe dipstick. If you wanna go there we will. Ireland isn't forced to do anything by the EU we control our own laws. The EU advises us and we make decisions. Ireland is only in the EU for the economic benefits and we aren't committed to the United Europe idea. Ireland was a third world country before joining the EU. 1950s Ireland was reliant on agriculture and fishing exports. Now Ireland makes tonnes of money off the pharmaceutical industry thanks to businesses and jobs coming into Ireland for easy access to the EU market. You're clearly a brainwashed American or a British shill.

[@BoldOne8760]

@Michael Kelly correction. Under European Law a new amendment cannot be passed until ALL member states agree too it in a referendum. This has happened 3 times once to Denmark and twice to Ireland. The EU made a law that the Irish people weren't happy with so when it was rejected in a referendum the EU changed the law to suit Ireland's needs which caused the result to change. This is something any member state can do whether you're Germany or Malta.

[@elsquibbs]

Day trips are my favorite activity. I try to do one everywhere I go. I also used the bus service when traveling alone to Dublin and it worked out great. The big DON'T is don't get wasted the whole time. There's so much to see, and the Guinness isn't so good that it's worth missing out on exploring. 🍀

[@dannysnider]

Got to visit Dublin for the first time last week! This video was a HUGE help! I can’t say enough great things about this city, its culture and the people who live there. Can’t wait to go back 🤘🏼🤙🏼

[@LeoFtravels]

What a beautiful blue sky, when I was there it was cloudy 😩. We did the hop on hop off, it was great. We paid $350 (round trip) straight flight from Providence, RI (Norwegian air) Great video 👍👍

[@woltersworld]

Thanks Leo!

[@riainangaeilgeoir4595]

When i visited Dublin in January even though i am a northerner. I went to the guinness storehouse and it was incredible. With the admission price you get a pint of guinness in the round bar at the top and see the entire city. When i was taught about pouring the best pint of guinness a bald man with glasses who worked for the brewery had a heavy Dublin accent and he was an awesome guide. He taught me alot of slang used in Dublin such as Bishop's collar, Frog's eyes and the Dubs pint. Truly recommend it if you love your drink (y)

[@riainangaeilgeoir4595]

i forgot to mention if you are in Temple bar especially if you are with children, there are some club promoters for strip clubs. I have only seen it there and just a heads up. They often wear banners with women in lingerie on them

[@ahlads]

What’s being a northerner got to do with your point.

[@seanegan8150]

Visit Galway or Cork. Less tourists and more friendly cities in my opinion

[@rhymeocerous]

Great hinterland, but Galway itself is boring

[@mrhoppy_9724]

@@rhymeocerous I'm an archer, and one night I got blackout drunk the night before an archery competition there. Needless to say I didn't do very well, so now I associate Galway with getting really drunk and doing bad in archery

[@S-uuuu]

Galway is great craic.

[@waziotter]

In Irish and British pubs don’t be surprised if local regulars get served before tourists, even if they arrived at the bar after you. They will know the staff, usually are ordering a small round or a single drink, and are the people who keep the place profitable during the lean times. Often they don’t need to order. A drink will just magically appear in front of them as soon as they approach the bar.

[@msballet101]

If you go to trinity college don’t get in the way of students. Don’t stand where you are blocking people from getting past you. We have classes to get to and it’s very frustrating when you get stuck behind tourists blocking the way. Also don’t come into our classes the lecturers don’t appreciate it 😂

[@juliashar]

I live in new york city and tourists stop.and stand around. It's just the way it is

[@Sipu97]

Must be so weird having tourists in your school :o

[@ciarandonovan6937]

You should do a video on Cork as well if you can, because Cork and Dublin are very different places with very different people, so the don’ts of Cork would be interesting.

[@North47]

If you're staying in the city centre, it's definitely better to go there from the airport by bus than in a taxi. There's a number of buses that go through the airport on the way to and from the city centre. €3.30 on the bus, from terminal 1 and 2 of the airport, all the way to Abbey Street in the city centre.....or somewhere in the region of €20 (at least) for the same trip in a taxi!! Don't be afraid to ask a local which bus you need to get, and the driver will happily let you know when you're approaching the stop you need to get off at, if you're not going to the last one.

[@sodaking6858]

Yes the bus is easy to find by the airport and it will take you to the main bus station where a luas line is ready to take you to places like Four Courts or Houston station or you can walk from the bus station to O'Connell street not far away just follow the spire and if your up to see a match in Croke park Just follow the mass of jerseys moving

[@sodaking6858]

@@traceymarshall5886 yea I know

[@Catsandcamera]

Don't think you have to pay a lot to do interesting things. The National Gallery is free and we spent a good few hours walking around it, you're also allowed to take your camera in. Also, don't think you have to stay in the centre of Dublin, I stayed at an Airbnb in Sutton which was only just over £20 a night (for two of us!). Really close to Howth (I recommend taking a walk around the cliffs in Howth, we spent the whole day there!) and a train or bus journey to the centre of Dublin!

[@juliashar]

That's what i remember when I visited Ireland years ago. People puking in the city center at night.

[@aoifemcgarry97]

Don’t block up the path please stand in to one side. Don’t be afraid to walk or cycle most efficient way to get around

[@haddockman30]

Keep away from Temple Bar. It is an overpriced tourist trap.

[@okok72277]

Nah temple bar is alright, just not for pints or the centra. The pubs are fair nice looking, so I wouldn't say skip it, but don't drink there. (Also if you're looking for art by Irish artists, jam art factory in temple bar is a great place to go)

[@robertgalster6777]

What ever about bartender's. Tip waiters in Ireland we appreciate it and it gives us a little more as the min wage doesn't match the living costs in Ireland. Rent has sky rocketed in the last 10 years where min wage has only gone up a euro in 10 years. Every little bit helps. Just because we leave tipping to the good will of people rather than make it mandatory doesn't mean you just don't do it. It's disheartening when you give excellent service be it bar or restaurant and because you have this misconception that you don't have to tip in Ireland we feel like we didn't do enough. Irish people tip everywhere including Ireland not just when they are abroad.

[@robertgalster6777]

@@traceymarshall5886 missing my point but whatever. I'm not talking about Dublin specifically or individual situations. I'm saying in general people tip if service is very good. Ive worked ok n Service for 4 years.

[@InimeKai]

What percentage do you recommend tipping at restaurants and bars?

[@bbhybris]

@@InimeKai 10%

[@bbhybris]

@@traceymarshall5886 ask anyone in the service industry and they'll say "if you can't afford to tip then you can't afford to eat out" :p

[@OnTheGoWithCarson]

Less than 20 days till my trip! Thanks for all these Ireland videos lately. I’m going to marathon them again right before we leave!

[@finntraynor3904]

The ireland vids are always the best

[@woltersworld]

Thanks Finn

[@DarrenBonJovi]

Don't walk down Sean McDermott Street with a load of photographic kit around your neck

[@DerekTJ]

A word on Temple Bar; Temple Bar pub is named after the area of Temple "Barre". Barre is an old French based word for market.

[@nigelmchugh5541]

Visit "The little museum of Dublin", the National Museum, and the Viking Splash tour. Take a train down to Wicklow and visit Wicklow Jail ( a very good tour).

[@deebee3424]

Get the number 16 or 41 bus into the city centre. You can buy a 90 minute ticket at that stop for 3.30

[@rollerpuss6874]

Stay away from Temple Bar (but visit the Rock'n'Roll Museum, one of the best attractions in the city), don't give to anyone who asks for €2, and visit Belfast if you can. Fab city, much more to offer and cheaper, too 👍

[@woltersworld]

Great tips. Cheers!

[@tony42898]

One "don't" I had come acrossed... is don't forget to say thank you when you disembark from a bus, train, etc. I probably ever heard a few people in Northern Ireland and Ireland combined say thanks and when they do, the drivers are elated.

[@conormcmenamin3064]

Although it isn't obliged to tip, do if the service was good! A lot of our waiters and bar staff are people trying to get a little bit of money to get through college and the like, so be nice to them!

[@LeGlitterChiot]

Please don't block the paths while walking around the city centre. Particularly around College Green there's not a lot of space for us Dubliners to get to where we need to go!

[@jeffreysmith8062]

Do go to St.Stephen's green, one of the most beautiful parks in Europe....

[@craigslist9176]

My mother was from Nenagh, so I went there to see where she grew up after she passed away. The country, the food, the people are friggin amazing. As he said in the video, the Guinness is soooo much better there than in the states. It's much fresher and creamier there, there's no comparison. The whole country is eye candy gorgeous.

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

would also be visiting Dublin for the first time soon I would be glad to be there and love to see beautiful place and people who God created. I am glad from the bottom of my heart to have the opportunity to watch this video. Thank you for putting this one up.

[@sarafstop32]

Don't forget to go to St Stephen's Green. Not only is it a beautiful park with a swan pond, but you learn about the 1916 Easter rising. After you take a rest at the beautiful Stephen's indoor shopping center, where they have cafés with good coffee and internet to upload the photos taken in the park, don't forget to go to the Dublin Castle to get more Irish history, including the 1916 rising. If you don't drink, don't feel that you have to avoid pubs. I don't drink and I've had great meals at places like the Temple Bar. If you travel off season, you can avoid the queues to get in. Don't feel you always have to eat out. There's a great supermarket on Grafton St. I sometimes went there and brought a picnic dinner back to the hostel. Another don't of avoiding expensive hotels. Now families and people of all ages stay at hostels. My favorite is the Spire Hostel, good location!

[@angelg.8462]

My plane tickets was cheaper than the hotel 😨 I went in September and there was no line at Trinity College, Book of Kells 😁 There's some very good fish n chips Leo Burdock's-€13 I really enjoyed myself there and everyone was very friendly 💚☘

[@barrymcg3632]

I’m glad you had a great time in Dublin! And yes, Leo Burdocks is really nice

[@angelg.8462]

@@traceymarshall5886 😲... I got a Sprite included too. Maybe they gave me a big size? It was one very big piece of fish and lots chips (fries) and I couldn't finish it all. I found it in Temple Bar area with a Viking man holding their sign😉

[@gerRule]

€13 that’s a bit much but their crispy bits are beautiful

[@bricknasty7080]

visit darndale if you want to steep yourself in culture and history, such a beautiful little pocket of Dublin ❤️🍀

[@paulyfortissimo]

We were there last June and I agree with the hop on, hop off bus tour. We got off at Merian Square and toured Oscar Wilde's house.

[@cormac6134]

Traveler means gypsy in ireland i dont think you want to call yourself that

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

Omg I love this country I would like to visit the museum,club,cinema, zoo, beach, church and alot of beautiful places

[@lafemme0011]

You don’t have to tip here waiters and bartenders receive full wage just tip if the service is exceptional.

[@WorldWarTwoNut]

Um, you are definitely supposed to tip waiters, but you're right about bartenders

[@lafemme0011]

Michael Riordan is not obligatory like in the States where they put you on the bill the % of tips unless is a group dinner some restaurants require a tip other that is not necessarily

[@WorldWarTwoNut]

@@MrTuxy it is the norm. I don't think I've ever been for a meal where there wasn't a tip left.

[@fabgirlush]

You should tip your bartenders here as even though they make minimum wage that’s usually €2 at least less an hour than living wage and they also work nights which is horrible hours and because of the shit night public transport in Dublin have to pay for taxis home every night

[@rosemaryreid8196]

Yeah don't be mean, always tip the staff who make minimum wages.

[@hamoudi_d]

Great one! You whet my appitite to visit Dublin, it's a really nice place and Irish people seem to be really friendly I've learned from other videos.

[@Gaspode_]

How do you survive the long haul flight? Come to Australia, that will reset your definition of long haul, so Europe will be a doddle afterwards/

[@colleenogg2125]

I’m amazed you get flights for so cheap, I’m going to be heading to Dublin from Boise Idaho and the absolute cheapest flight I could find was just over $1000

[@woltersworld]

Try in October or late September. That's when u have gotten the insane good prices

[@whistlingbanshee5038]

We flew from Dublin to Stewart Airport NY for 350$ ish return? Norweigan Air is the cheapest to fly with from America but you might have to travel to an airport.

[@sarahann530]

Half of that $1000 is to get out of Boise to a main City on the East Coast

[@lavayuki]

Im from Dublin and went to Uni there. I live in the UK now, but still like visiting Dublin. I loved all the cafes and coffee shops in Dublin, but the only downside I found is that it was very expensive. Harcourt street is great for clubs and bars, Parnell street for Asian food, and some great coffee shops like Kaph, Clemont & Pecko, The Art of coffee, Coffee Angel, Legit coffee and Industry in the city centre.

[@olgashenfeld7882]

I never thought Dublin was that awesome. How much time do you recommend to stay in Dublin to get a feel for the city?

[@toyotaprius79]

12 hours during the daylight if you wake up and walk out early.

[@olgashenfeld7882]

I mean like how much time do I need to see the main sights?

[@siramea]

depends on what to see and do but 2-3 days would do most people, its a very walkable distance between most things

[@whistlingbanshee5038]

@@olgashenfeld7882 you could spend 1 or 2 days in the city centre but thats it. Theres nothing really there its just a lot of crap shops... If you want to properly see Dublin go for 3-5 days and get busses out to Howth and Dun Laoghaire for the day. Go to Bray and do the cliff walk, go to Kilmainham Gaol and see the old prison, go to Pheonix Park for a picnic. Id reccommend this. Dont stay in the city, make use of the busses and go to the seaside towns its so worth it. Or come to Ireland for a week or two and rent a car and drive round the coast.

[@diarmuidmacmurchadha8585]

@@whistlingbanshee5038 i wouldnt even say you have to go far as bray and dun laoghaire, places like the liberties, rathfarnham and phibsborough are gorgeous enough as is and dont get seen because people dont leave o connell, grafton, and dame street

[@andrewmcintyre3894]

The spire to st. Patrick's isn't a long walk at all. 20 mins max

[@massimilianomoni2201]

Ahahahaha You are strong. Sometimes I miss Dublin; I was married to a Dublin woman and lived in Waudelai. An Irish hug and say hello to Ireland.

[@andrewg.carvill4596]

If you have a rental car, don't forget the hill country (Dublin/Wicklow mountains) immediately south of the city. From Ticknock/Three Rock Mountain (a 20 minute drive from the City centre) you can see a panorama of the whole city spread out below. Small country villages and the famous Glendalough in Co Wicklow are all less than an hour's drive from the City.

[@carlfromtheoc1788]

Molly Malone statue = The Tart with the cart. The dish with the fish. The Millenium Spire - The stiletto in the ghetto, The stiffey on the Liffey. Better option maybe the Phil Lynott statue - he was the lead singer for Thin Lizzy. Also, the Trinity College library has the Brian Boru harp. And the day tours are great, did a bunch when I visited in 2016 and always remember to chat with the tour bus driver, they often know things that only locals know. Sheridan's Cheese Shop - kind of a big deal for cheese freaks, nice people run it. Grafton Street - as touristy as Temple Bar, but Temple Bar does have a pastie shop, get one or two. Love the videos.

[@deserthethen]

My tour guide called the spire "the erection at the intersection " The pasties shop was fantastic! Temple Bar seemed too much like if Vegas had an Ireland themed casino so spent my evening elsewhere.

[@sodaking6858]

Ah poor Phil

[@noorhermiz]

We went there in April and the food was delicious. We went to the st. Patrick’s cathedral, Malahide castle and temple bar. I want to go back so bad...😊

[@rubyoffice2919]

I live in Dublin just a couple of mins out of Dublin is tayto park and I know this is a don’t video but you should go there’s a zip line 5d cinema biggest wooden roller coaster in Europe so that’s good

[@S-uuuu]

Tayto Park is a bit grotty imo. I love Dublin Zoo though

[@ProphetYomiPenzaar]

Excellent information, I love your speech sir. God bless you more.

[@AjcgMe]

Hey, Great Video but Do tip in bars and restaurants , tip when you get good service just as you would when your at home

[@rhymeocerous]

For table service perhaps, but tipping the bartender is just not done.

[@rosscooper7778]

Do tip in restaurants and for table service in pubs

[@499PUCK]

Another thing about Dublin is parking. If you rent a car parking in the city is in short supply and expensive. So use the local transport buses and trams. The great thing about Ireland is the people are more then happy to help with directions.

[@barryholt9564]

It is true that Dubliners are more than happy to help with directions... trouble is they are so keen to be helpful that you are quite liable to end up getting a 'bum steer' from someone who's not entirely sure but are so eager to help out that rather than admit they're not sure, they will give you directions that may be somewhat dubious! Reccomend that you (discreetly) ask more than one person. Also, it isn't unknown for smartarse students to direct tourists to some fairly dodgy neighbourhoods; generally such neighbourhoods aren't dodgy in the sense they would be in America--if they're dangerous they're probably more dangerous for the locals; be basically streetwise and at worst the experience will be a little uncomfortable; at best, consider it a fortuitous opportunity to experience a bit of local colour, the 'real' Dublin most tourists will never get to see. One word of warning though - if there is a gang feud going on (unfortunately Dublin is not the place it was when your grandparents came over) then the locals might be a bit twitchy and as a stranger in the area you might find yourself being quizzed about your business in the area. Best policy should this happen is don't try to be clever, don't get aggressive, just tell the truth--you're a few tourists who were given 'bogey' directions. Yes, you're leaving yourself open to being mugged- but it's more likely you'll be given (accurate) directions out of the area. Again, all of this can be avoided by asking directions from more than one person; and asking only those who look like they might know what they're talking about

[@jennl8462]

Such great advice! Thank you!

[@jimm3370]

Tip on pics: ASK ANOTHER TOURIST to take your pic! I did this in NYC @ Christmas '18 and got a ton of great shots. I shot them, they shot me and we all laffed about this bloodless shootout! LOL. Great vid. I love your vids; man oh man, 8 1/2 mins and not a single 'Uhh...' or 'Err...' You really know your stuff man.

[@toyotaprius79]

Locals would be happy to take pictures, I would if you came up to me. In fairness it would be a real good way to get to know somebody there. If you want to be careful don't ask someone who looks like a teenager in tracksuits.

[@jimm3370]

@@toyotaprius79 Yeah, I'm not surprised that's the case. I mean, I grew up in NYC (left for Canada in the mid 80's) but during my time there it really was NBD if one wasn't in a rush to take a pic for tourists. OK... back then it was if they had an Instamatic or something... the 'real' cameras was a different story. I dunno what happened w/ Mark for him to have this opinion. I'm shipping my wife & SIL off later this year for a week to Eire.

[@MIKEALLZY94]

If you are into sport don’t forget to visit Croke park the home of GAA ie Gaelic football and hurling. Visit the museum and stadium tour. Also dont forget to visit the visit the Aviva stadium home ground of Irish rugby and football(soccer) teams visit the museum and stadium tour

[@paty11648]

Temple bar sounds interesting... Looking forward 🤠

[@sissyblackburn5627]

It’s three of us going to Ireland you said do or don’t take the bus that is cheaper to take a taxi and yes we are staying in Dublin

[@aaronhow2568]

I just got back from Dublin. While there were some great people there, there are also some very aggressive people there too. Just something I noticed in the time I was there.

[@OneMustFly]

Living in Ireland since September and I would say to anyone travelling here that they need to pack for all kinds of weather and ensure they bring rain gear with them no matter if its sunny as it could rain without very notice.

[@dyrepoliti]

#10 also applies if you're going to rent or live for a longer period of times in Dublin and in Leixlip and Celbrigde

[@Hnry-Tudor]

I'm an older person traveling alone and I'm not sure that I want to spend much/any time in downtown Dublin. Is it possible to catch a bus from the Dublin Airport to an outlying town where I could have an enjoyable, calmer visit for a couple of days? I keeping hearing good things about Kilkenny. Would that be a good alternative destination to Dublin?

[@wbwarrior6689]

Definitely some areas that should be avoided by tourists like all big cities. Ballymun, Finglas, Tallaght and Clondalkin to name a few should be avoided, however tourists shouldn’t find themselves in these areas anyway.

[@toyotaprius79]

Ahh give over. They shouldn't be 'avoided', they can be rough and are mostly residential areas. A tourist would be lost looking for something to do there. But if someone's brave enough to look for Dublin's wider local charm, well _there you go._

[@zanafer]

The park at DCU is nice though, and that's in Clondalkin right?

[@wbwarrior6689]

tracey marshall Awk shut up, I’m originally from Fettercairn ya idiot nothing stuck up about me. These areas should be avoided by tourists, whether you in your little dreamland like it or not.

[@sodaking6858]

But dont forget to go to Blanchardstown center for the only Krispy Kreame in the entire country but tbh no tourists should not go there the stuff they have on O'Connell street makes going to Blanchard's town not worth it

[@barryholt9564]

My American father-in-law lived in Clondalkin for many years and never had a moment's bother- American accent and all..! the neighborhoods mentioned and neighborhoods like them in Cork and Limerick can definitely be a bit 'lairy' and you'll find plenty stories in the more lurid newspapers about shootings , pub glassings, stabbings etc, etc, but the former tend to be gangland hits, the latter, bar brawls and the like- either way , tourists are unlikely to be affected- just don't go, as cockneys would have it, 'Larging It' , in these areas, or sticking your nose in places where it's obviously unwise. Gangland violence unfortunately is far from unknown in Ireland , but is much less than in similarly sized European cities , or, no offence, in American cities even moreso; and I would assert that the city centre is actually a good deal more dangerous than the working class suburbs, especially for the tourist . Thousands of night clubbers highly intoxicated on account of trying to beat Ireland's conservative club opening hours, quite likely coked up, horny and frustrated as well, all decanted on to the cold, wet street at 2 a.m., are squabbling about women, taxis, line cutting in fast food joints etc and the result is a lot of broken heads . It has to be said, this was more of a problem in the 90s and 00s; since then there are a lot more taxis on the street, and nightclubs have made some modest efforts to address the problem . Sadly you very often still hear of people, (often tourists or foreign students) left dead or brain damaged because mindless louts- not even muggers- just... louts... decide someone needs a kicking . If you're going clubbing , disperse quickly after kicking out time . if you can't get a taxi , at least stay away from rowdy groups of people but also stay away from dodgy or deserted looking backstreets and stay out of town on nights like Halloween and (sadly) Paddy's night . I know, I'm making the place sound like 'Escape from New York' or 'the Warriors'! (showing my age.) Actually your biggest problem will be your more low-level Street hassle, panhandlers in particular . Although a few can be pushy or aggressive, most aren't. say you're 'just using the(debit) card...' (ie cashless), or, unless they're right in your face, just ignore them. ( homelessness has exploded in Ireland recently as Dublin and the country as a whole is experiencing its worst housing crisis since the Foundation of the State . that said it would be naive to pretend other than that most Beggars are alcoholics or heroin addicts; not counting a few who are organised and do it for a living.) earphones can help in this. the same as people asking for cigarettes- in fact if you're actually smoking it's probably better to blank them rather than saying 'it's my last one' which even if true no one believes and will only aggravate ! there are times when it will be Wiser to give the cigarette, especially when dealing with blatant Thugs but bear in mind the request for a cigarette will often be an excuse just to engage you.. This is just a decision you have to make for yourself . on the subject of beggars , beware particularly of con(wo)men looking for bus fare to go to their mother's funeral visit their hospitalized kids etc- very often these people will be equipped with documentation,pictures, cry real salt tears etc! also people claiming to be Syrian refugee may only be gypsies chancing their luck. Anyway sorry, didn't mean to make the place sound like something out of a Judge Dredd comic, or to write a dissertation. besides, unless you come from some place that's a real backwoods you'll be familiar with your own local versions of these problems. Still I hope my contribution may help just a little. Bon Vacances!

[@jakegannon1420]

Come to weasthmeath where all the prices are half of the ones in Dublin

[@TheWillog]

westmeath so bad they took another counties name and put a west in front of it

[@sarahann530]

West Meath is nothing but a suburb of Dublin with cattle