Local Information

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Dublin is both the largest city and the capital of Ireland. It is located near the midpoint of Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey and at the centre of the Dublin Region. Founded as a Viking settlement, the city has been Ireland's primary city for most of the island's history since medieval times. Today, it is an economic, administrative and cultural centre for the island of Ireland, and has one of the fastest growing populations of any European capital city.

Banking

Most banks are open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 16:00 with a late opening on Thursday until 17:00.

Climate

Dublin enjoys a maritime temperate climate characterised by mild winters, cool summers, and a lack of temperature extremes. Contrary to popular belief, Dublin does not experience as high rainfall as the West of Ireland, which receives twice that of the capital city.

Currency

The monetary unit in Ireland is the Euro (€).

Electricity

In Dublin, electricity is supplied at 230V/50Hz. To use small appliances, you may need a plug adaptor to fit the 3-pin or 2-pin sockets.

Time Zone

Dublin is located in the GMT time zone.

Tourist Office

Dublin Tourism Centre
Suffolk Street, Dublin 2
Tel: +353 1 605 7774
Fax: +353 1 605 7781