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The area around the Grand Canal and Ballsbridge is calmer and more residential, while the north side of the Liffey often has better-value hotels.",{"type":282,"attrs":492,"content":493},{"textAlign":143},[494],{"text":495,"type":280},"If you have time, take the DART coastal train to Howth or Dún Laoghaire for sea views, cliff walks and fresh fish and chips by the harbour.",[],{"_uid":498,"body":499,"card":516,"layout":304,"component":305,"article_rounded":146},"747de2b5-d500-4fdc-9ef9-f9860c761e3f",{"type":271,"content":500},[501,506,511],{"type":274,"attrs":502,"content":503},{"level":276,"textAlign":143},[504],{"text":505,"type":280},"When is the best time to visit Dublin?",{"type":282,"attrs":507,"content":508},{"textAlign":143},[509],{"text":510,"type":280},"The best time to visit Dublin is from May to September, when the days are long, the weather is at its mildest and you can enjoy beer gardens and coastal walks. Expect changeable weather whatever the season, and pack a rain jacket.",{"type":282,"attrs":512,"content":513},{"textAlign":143},[514],{"text":515,"type":280},"March is lively thanks to the St Patrick's Day festivities, while December brings Christmas lights and cosy pubs. Hotel prices rise during big concerts, rugby internationals and festivals, so book early if your dates coincide.",[],{"_uid":518,"body":519,"card":567,"layout":304,"component":305,"article_rounded":146},"5e6025bf-3815-4e38-ad9e-ff5850ad531d",{"type":271,"content":520},[521,526,532,537,542,547,552,557,562],{"type":274,"attrs":522,"content":523},{"level":276,"textAlign":143},[524],{"text":525,"type":280},"Frequently asked questions about Dublin",{"type":274,"attrs":527,"content":529},{"level":528,"textAlign":143},3,[530],{"text":531,"type":280},"Is Dublin in the UK?",{"type":282,"attrs":533,"content":534},{"textAlign":143},[535],{"text":536,"type":280},"No, Dublin is not in the UK. It is the capital of the Republic of Ireland, an independent country and member of the EU that uses the euro. Northern Ireland, with its capital Belfast, is part of the UK. The UK and Ireland share a Common Travel Area, which makes travel between them simple.",{"type":274,"attrs":538,"content":539},{"level":528,"textAlign":143},[540],{"text":541,"type":280},"Do you need a passport to go to Dublin from the UK?",{"type":282,"attrs":543,"content":544},{"textAlign":143},[545],{"text":546,"type":280},"British and Irish citizens do not legally need a passport to travel between the UK and Ireland, but airlines and ferry companies usually require valid photo ID, and many only accept a passport. A passport is the simplest option. Check the requirements of your airline or ferry company before travelling.",{"type":274,"attrs":548,"content":549},{"level":528,"textAlign":143},[550],{"text":551,"type":280},"How do you get from Dublin Airport to the city centre?",{"type":282,"attrs":553,"content":554},{"textAlign":143},[555],{"text":556,"type":280},"The easiest way from Dublin Airport to the city centre is by express bus, which runs frequently and takes around half an hour, depending on traffic. Taxis are available outside the terminals and are a good option for groups. There is currently no rail link to the airport.",{"type":274,"attrs":558,"content":559},{"level":528,"textAlign":143},[560],{"text":561,"type":280},"Is Dublin expensive?",{"type":282,"attrs":563,"content":564},{"textAlign":143},[565],{"text":566,"type":280},"Dublin can be expensive, especially for accommodation and drinks in popular areas such as Temple Bar. 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