Dublin – One of the Best Places to Spend Christmas

Dublin has been named as one of The 32 Best Places to Spend Christmas Around the World by Condé Nast Traveler. The article states;

“If your idea of Christmas merriment includes an authentic Irish pub crawl (we get it), then Dublin is your place. There’s no better way to warm up on a cold Christmas night than with some black pudding and a few pints—and trust us, this city has enough cozy bars to last you through New Year’s. But the Irish capital isn’t just about drinking, of course. Holiday offerings include Christmas markets, decked-out shops on Grafton Street, and tree-lighting ceremonies galore.”

Christmas at Guinness, Dublin City | Picture Andres Poveda | ©Diageo_Guinness

Nollaig Shona Duit – Christmas in Dublin

Let us make Christmas memorable for you and your family. Soak-up the traditional Irish Christmas atmosphere on one of our customized tours.

Dublin at Christmas | ©Failte Ireland — Dublin at Christmas

Shopping

Shop Around with our city vacations. After a hard day’s shopping, why not slide into a deep foam filled bath in 4 or 5 star luxury at one of a myriad of Dublin Hotels.

Grafton Street at Christmas | © Failte Ireland

Hotels

Dinner by Candlelight, Christmas Tree displays and ice skating offer everything you need to get into the Christmas spirit. Enjoy a luxurious Holiday season and stay at any of our deluxe 4 or 5 star hotels in this capital city.

The article also gives special mention to an iconic Dublin Hotel, The Westbury. Soak-up the traditional atmosphere this Christmas on Grafton Street. The lights and shopping combined with the warm welcome and five star luxury of The 5 star Westbury Hotel have all the elements to provide a magical experience to be remembered.

Enjoy Luxurious Christmas at the Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge; a great setting for a warm traditional Christmas celebration providing a relaxed atmosphere complimented by friendly service and menus to suit the special occasion.

Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge, Co Dublin | ©David Cantwell Photography

Wild Lights at Dublin Zoo

Wild Lights, the spectacular, night-time experience, makes its triumphant return to Dublin Zoo, taking visitors on a magical adventure ‘Around the world’ where they will see some of the most famous global landmarks and iconic symbols. Through a stunning display of giant colourful silk lanterns, guests will embark on a breath-taking journey taking in the famous sights from all the continents, even exploring outer space, without ever leaving the grounds of Dublin Zoo.

Winter Lights Dublin Zoo | Pictured at the announcement is Roman Cullen (7) | © Patrick Bolger

Wonderlights at Malahide Castle & Gardens

Enjoy a magical sensory light show in the sprawling woodlands of Malahide grounds with breathtaking visuals capturing the Irish countryside. Continue your journey crossing frozen arctic forests before arriving at the mesmerizing Northern Lights, soaking up the enchantment with every footstep. As you gaze upward, you will experience fantastic scenes of ‘The Night Sky’ from meteor showers and the sprawling cosmos above you to the finale – illusive shooting stars!

Wonderlights, Malahide Castle and Gardens | Ronan Melia Photography | ©Wonderlights_MCG Entertainment Ltd

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