Bus

Dublin's modernised network of buses criss-crosses the city centre, with most routes passing close to Trinity College. Pay the driver on entry and if in doubt of your whereabouts, chatty passengers will help you out. There are a variety of airport buses available, and a limited number of night buses. Timetables are usually posted at the bus stops. An lar is Gaelic for "city centre".

On foot

Walking is the best way to explore the relatively compact city, so wear comfortable (and waterproof!) shoes. The tourist office on Suffolk Street provides a decent street map, and places of interest are well sign-posted.

DART & Luas

The DART rail line (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) serves the city's suburbs. It is invaluable for reaching the coast, from Greystones in the south to Howth and Malahide in the north, hugging the Dublin Bay coastline. The main central hub is Connolly Station. Dublin's new tram network, Luas, has introduced two lines to the city. Its Green line goes from St Stephen's Green to the south suburbs, ending at Sandyford, while the Red Line heads west from Connolly Station to Tallaght.

Taxi

It's usually easy to find a taxi, either by flagging one down in the city centre or booking one in outer areas. They all run on meters so beware of sitting in heavy rush hour traffic with the euros being clocked up.

Boat

If your shoe leather needs a rest, take a relaxing sightseeing trip down the Liffey, with commentary giving an insight into historical highlights and the recent redevelopments of the Docklands. Try the 45-minute-long Liffey Voyage cruises that leave the Boardwalk on the north of the river several times a day.