Dublin, a friendly European capital
 Dublin bay, with its great sweep of coast from the rocky brow of Howth in the north to the headland of Dalkey in the south, is a fitting introduction to one of Europe's finest capitals. The city is spread over the broad valley of the river Liffey, with the Wicklow hills sheltering it in the south.
Dublin is a great place to live. It has one of the lowest rates of violent crime in Europe and some of the world's friendliest people. Fine Georgian mansions, many with historical associations, lend elegance to Dublin's wide streets and spacious squares.
Ireland is a member of the EU. Its currency is the euro ( € ).
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Where to live?
 At the risk of stating the obvious, find accommodation near your work if you can. Peak-time traffic crawls through the city, and a commute that may look like a short distance might take an hour by car.
If you work north of the river, you'll save a lot of commuting time by living on the north side of town. The river divides the city and acts as a pinch point for traffic.
Find property listings at www.daft.ie.
If you're using a letting agent, check upfront how much they will charge for their services, as fees vary. |
Getting around
 There are two efficient commuter train systems in place, and more lines are planned. The bus system is OK and taxis are plentiful.
Luas Light Rail Website
Dublin Bus Website
Dart & Commuter Rail Website
Dublin Airport Authority Website
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Some members' words of wisdom...
- Bring lots of money! The cost of living in Dublin is high
- Buy an umbrella. You can easily experience four seasons in one day in Ireland
- Don’t let the weather affect you, or wait for it to change – it probably won’t
- There are lots of good golf courses in Ireland – try them out
- Don’t try to change Ireland to be what you are used to; embrace the differences and be flexible
- Be aware that Ireland is a very small place and many people know each other through family, school, business etc – you never know who knows who!
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