Dublin, capital of the Republic of Ireland, sits on the mouth of the River Liffey on Ireland's east coast. Visit historic buildings such as Dublin Castle, dating to the 13th century, and St Patrick's Cathedral. Visit city parks St Stephen's Green and huge Phoenix Park, where here you will find Dublin Zoo. Wander the exhibitions of the National Museum of Ireland and explore the history of Irelands heritage and culture. See the Book of Kells displayed at Trinity College Follow in the footsteps of Dublins authors, Oscar Wilde, James Joyce and Samuel Beckett. Tour the Guinness Storehouse and Old Jameson Distillery see the history of these drink brands. Temple Bar with its riverside nightlife and cultural quarter, is also home to the Irish Film Institute. Grafton Street is the city's principal shopping area, bustling and mostly pedestrianised is also famed for its buskers.

Michelin Short-Stays Guides are a handy pocket guide with a detachable map to help you get around and explore the city or country that you are visiting. Presenting the top attractions for a 24-hour visit, a weekend or longer. You'll find a choice of restaurants for any budget. This pocket-size guide helps you do it all with its detailed maps, recommended places to eat and stay, and Michelin's respected star-rating system. A detachable map is included to help you plan and navigate your trip with ease.

Each guide has an introductory welcome to section with how to get there, Must Sees, Top Picks, Favourites and a Suggested Itinerary.

Use the Discovering section to plan your own visit to sights and attractions, each attraction is listed with one to three stars,* Interesting, ** Recommended, and *** Highly Recommended.

A comprehensive addresses section with Where to Eat, Where to Drink, Shopping, Nightlife and finally Where to Stay. The Find Out More Section will give you a little history of the city the guide covers, along with information about Architecture, Activities for Kids, Sports and other special activities or specialities of the city or region you are visiting.

Finally the Planning your Trip Section, has practical information, Know before you go. Basic Information, driving, cycling, public transportation, tax's, sports, taxi's and telephones. There is also a festivals and events calendar listing annual events and other exhibitions.

Detachable Map of the local area
Coloured sections to use the guide, colour photographs
Unmissable must see sights and attractions and places to visit
Star selections ***, **, * * Address lists of restaurants, hotels, cafes, and bars.
Shopping and Nightlife information
A recommended Itinerary
Practical tips