Nicola Brady

There’s always a good time to be had in Dublin. I’ve lived here for seven years, and have found that whatever I’m in the mood for – a quiet snoop around a gallery, a pint in a raucous pub, or a hike in the mountains – is easily found. And those Georgian buildings, riverside walks and cobbled alleys are easy on the eye, too. Nicola Brady Is two days in Dublin enough? You could easily spend the guts of a week tipping around Dublin and exploring at your leisure, but one of the best things about the city is how easy it is to see loads in a short time. Dublin is compact, walkable and easy to navigate, so you can pack a lot into just two days.     RECOMMENDED: 😋 The best restaurants in Dublin🍻 The best pubs in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin  This guide was recently updated by Nicola Brady, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links, which have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines. 

We get it. You arrived in Dublin and went straight for the classic boozers and the pints of Guinness. Well, when in Rome, after all. But after all those pints, there’s a good chance you’re craving something a little sweeter. Luckily, Dublin’s bar scene is as abundant as its pub scene, and you’ll find everything from cosy cocktail dens to craft beer and natural wine, and a few quirky spots along the way to keep things exciting (yes, even one filled with arcade games). Head to our best pubs list for the city’s classic boozers, but head here for the swanky stuff. Dublin’s got it. Here are our favourite bars, right now.  RECOMMENDED:🍻 The best pubs in Dublin🍲 The best restaurants in Dublin🪩 The best nightlife spots in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Nicola Grady, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Whenever the ‘best food in the world’ is discussed, Italian food is at the forefront of the argument, and with good reason. The simple mention of these classic dishes has people drifting off into a misty-eyed daydream, picturing perfectly charred pizza crusts and forkfuls of delicate tagliatelle.  You want the good news? The best Italian restaurants in Dublin are up there with the finest on the continent. The commitment to tradition and authenticity is admirable and devourable, the perfect precursor to a night exploring the Irish capital’s famous pubs and bars. Dublin is a foodie paradise, and these spots are leading the charge. RECOMMENDED:🍝 The best restaurants in Dublin📍 The best things to do in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin  This guide was written by Dublin-based writer Nicola Brady. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

You can’t beat a quality Indian restaurant. Dublin is packed with them, covering everything from fine dining to dive in and devour spots, and the consistency is almost as remarkable as the flavours. Indian food in Dublin is delicious, to say the least. A fabulous feast at an Indian restaurant is pretty much the perfect way to begin an unforgettable Dublin night. Eat until you can eat no more (then try to eat a little more), then head to one of the Irish capital’s many pubs, and experience utter joy from start to finish. It all starts with the best Indian restaurants in Dublin. RECOMMENDED:🥘 The best restaurants in Dublin📍 The best things to do in Dublin🍝 The best Italian restaurants in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Dublin-based writer Nicola Brady. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

When you’re drinking this much Guinness, you’ve got to eat. That’s an order. And luckily, Dublin is as known for its dining scene as it is for its best pubs, with a little something for every kind of craving.  From bargain eats to upscale tasting menus, we’ve got the whole range on our list. You’ll find small plates and orange wines, pizza slices bigger than your head, izakaya-style dining spots and glorious burgers (and that’s only naming a few). Here are the best restaurants in Dublin.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin 🏛️ The best museums in Dublin This guide was updated by Amy O'Connor, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Luckily for the drinkers, you're never, ever short of cracking pubs in Dublin. Sinking a pint of Guinness in one of these boozers is a right of passage on a trip to the city, and it's likely it's pretty high up on your list of things to do while you're there.  The pubs here range from classic old man boozers to downright iconic Guinness havens, and there’s plenty of opportunities for cosy fires and Sunday roasts thrown in too for good measure. You might even come across a pub cat. But if you’re ready to get drinking, read on. These are the best pubs in Dublin.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Dublin🍲 The best restaurants in Dublin🍻 The best nightlife spots in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Nicola Grady, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

What’s the deal with Stoneybatter? This area feels like its own world, a quirky little fortress of cool in the heart of the city. Dubliners who’ve lived here their whole lives now mingle with trendy newcomers clambering to rent one of its cute little cottages. And on sunny days, locals and visitors alike perch by their doorways to catch some rays (most often over a glass of wine). Happily, the ’Batter is also fast becoming one of Dublin’s most exciting foodie areas, with neighbourhood restaurants luring gourmands from all over. Whether it’s the gooey, spreadable scalda ’nduja in Grano or the vegan cheese tower at Beo Wine Bar – yep, you heard us – you can certainly see why. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the 50 coolest neighbourhoods in the world If you only do one thing…  Wander over to Phoenix Park, the largest enclosed city park in Europe, and try to spot its herds of resident fallow deer. It’s technically its own district, but the best entrance is the one in Stoneybatter, at Parkgate Street. Hide from the rain Browse the cute boutiques on Manor Street – you can pick up excellent gifts from local designers and artists in Moo Market, while The Lilliput Press is a brilliant little bookshop with a winning focus on Irish writers. Take a novel over to Lilliput Stores and devour it over a coffee. Get cultured Drop by Arbour Hill, a military cemetery where 14 executed leaders of the 1916 Rising were laid to rest. Next to the memorial you’ll find the Irish United Nations Veterans Asso