We hope that this FAQ page will answer any question that you may have about your trip to Dublin. If this FAQ page does not answer your question, we recommend that you call the one of the telephone information numbers for your country/region.
1. What currency is accepted in Dublin?
2. Do I need a passport to come to Ireland?
3. Can I bring my pet on holiday with me?
4. Where can I find places to eat?
5. Where can I find a map of the city?
6. What coach/walking /other tours of the city are available?
7. Where can I get information on accommodation?
8. How do I get from the Airport or the Ferry Terminals to the City?
9. What events are currently running in Dublin?
10. Are there telephone information lines I can call?
11. Is smoking banned in Dublin?
1. What currency is accepted in Dublin?
The Euro is the only currency that is officially recognised as legal tender in the Republic of Ireland. On occasion shop-staff and hotels may accept sterling (GBP), however, this is not always the case.
2. Do I need a passport to come to Ireland?
If you are a citizen of the European Union you need a passport or national identity card in order to enter the Republic of Ireland. We strongly recommend that you bring a passport as a form of identification if you have one.
If you are not a citizen of the European Union then you must have a passport to enter the country. You may also need a visa if you are visiting from a country outside of North America. We advise that you consult your travel agent about this issue before you travel.
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3. Can I bring my pet on holiday with me?
Unless you are travelling from the UK to the Republic of Ireland you may not bring pets into the country. All animals entering the country must undergo lengthy quarantine procedures. Because Ireland is an island animal borne diseases such as rabies have never been a problem here. The strict rules governing the entry of animals into Ireland are in place to prevent the spread of rabies, and other animal borne diseases, to this country.
4. Where can I find places to eat?
Dublin has a wealth of fine restaurants and cafes offering every conceivable type of food. For more information on where to eat in Dublin why not check out our guide to the pubs and restaurants of Dublin.
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5. Where can I find a map of the city?
There are interactive maps of the city available on our site in the maps section.
You can order one online from our online shop site by clicking here.
6. What coach/walking /other tours of the city are available?
There are many tours of the city available. You'll find details of these in the tours and section of this website.
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7. Where can I get information on accommodation?
Information on all types of accommodation is available in the accommodation section of the site. You may also book some online with us.
8. How do I get from the Airport or the Ferry Terminals to the City?
Airport - City - Airport: There are a number of options for those looking to travel from the airport to the city or vice-versa. Taxis are available outside the terminal building, as are buses. For more information on the bus system in Dublin why not take a look at the Dublin Bus website or the Aircoach website.
Ferry - City - Ferry: As with the Airport there are a number of options open to those seeking to travel to the city from the Ferry Terminals. From Dublins North Wall Terminal, visitors may get a bus or a taxi. From Dun Laoghaire Ferry Terminal, visitors may take a taxi, get the bus, or use the DART light rail. Bus information is available from Dublin Bus while information on the DART service can be obtained from Irish Rail
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9. What events are currently running in Dublin?
Dublin's event calendar is always full. You can take a look at what's on in our fair city by going to the events section.
10. Are there telephone information lines I can call?
Yes, there are a number of information lines run by Failte Ireland that can provide you with information on Dublin and other holiday destinations in Ireland. Please use the number for your country
Ireland: 1850 230 330 (all calls charged at local rates)
United Kingdom: 0800 0397000
USA: 800 223 6470
France: 01 53 43 1212
Canada: 1800 223 6470
French Belgians: 02 6739 940
French Swiss: 052 202 69 06
German Swiss: 052 2 02 6906/7
Italian Swiss: 052 2 02 6906
Sweeden: 08 662 8510
Finland: 09 608 966
Denmark: 33 1580 45
Spain: 91 577 1787
Netherlands: 020 622 3101
Belgium: 02 673 9940
Italy: 02 869 0541
Norway: 22 56 33 10
Austria: 01 715 8317
Australia: 02 92996177
Germany: 069 92318550
11. Is smoking banned in Dublin?
Dublin was Europe's first smoke free capital city. Since March 29th 2004, a smoking ban in the work place has been in force. The primary purpose of the prohibition is to afford protection to workers and the public who are exposed to harmful environmental tobacco smoke. Dublin pubs, night clubs, restaurants and cafés are now smoke free zones. Smoking is not banned, and you can still smoke out of doors, in your hotel room, or in private accommodation.
