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The capital of Ireland, Dublin is hard to beat for a fun-packed city break. With its vibrant Temple Bar area there's no wonder it's classed as one of the top 25 cities in the world. bmi has frequent flights to Dublin from London Heathrow with connections worldwide so if you're looking for a well-earned getaway, look no further. Book today and take advantage of our exceptional offers.
Known as Dubh Linn, meaning ‘black pool' Dublin was initially a Viking settlement. Today, it is the contemporary centre for education and the arts. Its history and culture shaping it into the dynamic and colourful heart of Ireland. A mix of Georgian, medieval and cutting-edge modern architecture, Dublin is also renowned for its literary heritage and the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl is an absolute blast.
10km north of the city centre, it will cost you around €25 in a taxi from the airport. Buses run often and the Airlink costs €10 return (€6 single), which is a much cheaper option. If you're planning to travel around, look for the Freedom of the City card or a Rambler card, which you can also use to get to and from the airport.
For a romantic and stylish retreat, head straight for the Morgan Hotel. Bang in the centre of the trendy Temple Bar district, this boutique hotel is uber chic yet accessible. This is money very well spent for a night to remember; the contemporary designer touches are just stunning. The Morgan Bar and the Morgan Club are the places to see and be seen so you don't have to go far to experience the heady vibes of Dublin's nightlife. Or try the U2-owned 5* Clarence Hotel which is perfect for both work and play.
Gallaghers Boxty House serves up some of the best food in the whole of Dublin. Purveyors of traditional Irish fare, the hustle and bustle of this lively eatery sums up just what Dublin is all about - it's simply buzzing. Try the delicious Corned Beef and Cabbage Boxty or the tasty Potato Dumplings.
You can't visit Dublin without going to the Guinness Storehouse. Built in 1904, the building was erected to house the Guinness fermentation equipment and is now home to the Guinness shop and museum. Learn how to pull the perfect pint then head up to the Gravity bar where you'll receive your complimentary drink - the views across the city are not to be missed.
Dublin is a lot of fun, an exciting and rich cityscape where you cannot fail to have a good time. With the friendliest locals and an array of tourist attractions, one visit is simply not enough. Flights to Dublin with bmi run daily from London Heathrow so what are you waiting for, book now and you'll soon be enjoying everything this cool metropolis has to offer.
