Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
English, Irish
Time Zone
IST (UTC+0, UTC+1 during daylight saving)
Best Time to Visit
May–Aug
Typical Duration
19-28 nights
Price Range
$2,399–$25,669 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Ireland's literary heritage and vibrant culture, offering easy access to Dublin's Georgian architecture, Temple Bar district, and the Irish countryside.
Cruises that visit Dublin
- cruises to Dublin
- Dublin sailings
- Dublin cruises
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Adventure Canada cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 13-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 16-night Silversea cruise
- 18-night Silversea cruise
- 18-night Holland America Line cruise
- 18-night Holland America Line cruise
Build Your Day in Dublin
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
The Temple Bar Pub
Legendary pub with daily Irish music
Phoenix Park
Enormous green space housing Dublin Zoo
Dublin Castle
Museums, state rooms & a Gothic chapel
Temporarily closed
Dundrum Town Centre
Mall with shops, eateries & a cinema
Closes soon · 7 PM
Dublin Zoo
Popular naturally landscaped zoo
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Guinness Storehouse
Immersive brand experience & rooftop bar
Closes soon · 7:30 PM
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre
Atrium mall with boutiques & dining
Closes soon · 7 PM
The Brazen Head
Live music in Ireland's oldest pub
The Book of Kells Experience
Famous illuminated religious manuscript
Closes soon · 7 PM
Malahide Castle & Gardens
Well-kept, 12th-century bastion
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Jervis
Retail & dining hub open since 1996
Closes soon · 7 PM
ILAC Shopping Centre
Bustling mall with stores & eateries
Open · Closes 8 PM
National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street
Museum reflecting 4000 years of heritage
Closed · Opens 1 PM Sun
Molly Malone Statue
Statue based on a popular Irish song
Penneys
Discount fashion & accessories retailer
Closes soon · 7 PM
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
The Spire
Iconic, stainless steel, 120m-high rod
Powerscourt House & Gardens
Historic country estate & grand gardens
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Kalabasa Market
Best food, atmosphere and service in Dublin.
The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant
Irish bar/restaurant in former warehouse
Arnotts
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 7 PM
Irish Whiskey Museum
Interactive displays & whiskey tasting
Café en Seine
Massive turn of the century bar/cafe
George's Street Arcade
Indie shops & food in a Victorian mall
Closes soon · 7 PM
Lemon Jelly Cafe
Casual all-day venue with a terrace
Closes soon · 7 PM
Dublinia
Interactive Viking & medieval history
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
The Stags Head
Pub with stuffed & mounted stags heads
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Tours of the famous whiskey distillery
Closes soon · 7 PM
Old Mill Restaurant
Old-school dining room with Irish menu
Collins Barracks National Museum of Ireland
Military & decorative art archives
Closed · Opens 1 PM Sun
O'Donoghues Bar
Live Irish music pub with comfy bedrooms
Dunnes Stores Henry Street
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 7 PM
The Cobblestone
Country-style pub for local Irish music
Gallaghers Boxty House
Great modern Irish food with a good range of local beers too.
The Little Museum of Dublin
People's museum of 20th-century Dublin
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Iveagh Gardens
Restored city-centre Victorian gardens
Closes soon · 7:30 PM
The Palace Bar
Music bar with flower-strewn facade
Elephant & Castle Temple Bar
Very reasonably priced (as far as Dublin goes) and big portions!
The Long Hall
Striking pub with Victorian fittings
Forty Foot
Iconic promontory with ocean swimming
La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar
Brick-walled Italian dining & wine bar
Mulligan's
Ruddy, dark wood bar with rustic vibe
National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland
Hands-on displays about Irish folklore
Boss Stop Restaurant
Their char siu platter is the best I've had in Dublin.
Fade Street Social Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Stylish gourmet restaurant & bar
Keoghs Cafe
Warm hub for coffee, breakfast & more
Toca Tapioca House
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Kilmainham Gaol
Prison telling stories of Ireland's past
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Sun
Beanhive Coffee Dawson Street
Small, chill cafe with wraps & pastries
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Viking Splash Tours
Amphibious buses for sightseeing
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Sun
Las Tapas De Lola
Great food, amazing staff, a must for anyone looking for a bite in Dublin.
Bar Italia Ristorante
Italian-style wine bar & restaurant
BANG Dublin
Creative dishes using seasonal produce
Malahide Beach
Onsite services
Vintage Cocktail Club
Elegant, speakeasy-type bar & restaurant
The Shack Restaurant
Bohemian place with an Irish menu
24 Essex St E
Two Pups
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Pichet
Modern take on the classic bistro
The Stage Door Cafe
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 AM Sun
The Vintage Kitchen
Happening restaurant for Irish fare
Donabate Beach
L. Mulligan Grocer
For the quality of food it's reasonably priced for Dublin.
Mackenzie's
American-inspired menu in a chic eatery
Third Space Smithfield
Offbeat eatery with an informal vibe
Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
Trocadero Restaurant Dublin
Art deco influenced Modern Irish dining
PHX Bistro
Best food we had in Dublin and lovely staff.
Mister S
The food and intimate yet upbeat vibe are second to none in Dublin.
Isabelle's Restaurant
Chic spot for grills & cocktails
The Big Romance
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Mr Fox
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Chapter One Restaurant
Fine-dining venue with a tasting menu
Burrow Beach
Vico Bathing Place
Seapoint Beach
Quaint beach popular for swimming
Brew Lab Specialty Coffee
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
WILDE Restaurant
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Etto
It is Michelin star quality and flavour.
Richmond
Fantastic well crafted meals & cheap for a Michelin menu
The Little Kitchen
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Moore Street Mall
Multicultural food shops & eateries
Closes soon · 7 PM
Balscadden Bay
Copper + Straw Speciality Coffee
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
The Westbury Mall
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Velvet Strand
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
2 star Michelin rated restaurant with amazing food.
Opens soon · 7 PM
Dax Restaurant
French fine dining in an elegant space
Variety Jones
This one-star Michelin restaurant absolutely lived up to the hype!
D'Olier Street Restaurant
My first Michelin star restaurant and it did not disappoint.
Library Street Restaurant
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Forest Avenue Restaurant
First Michelin star dining experience and it didn’t disappoint.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Dublin
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Dublin
Dublin stands as one of Northern Europe's most enchanting cruise destinations, offering visitors an intoxicating blend of literary heritage, Georgian architecture, and warm Irish hospitality. As a primary port of call, this vibrant capital serves as a gateway to some of Europe's most compelling itineraries, with nine prestigious cruise lines—including Holland America Line, Silversea, Oceania Cruises, and Virgin Voyages—regularly calling here. Most cruises featuring Dublin tend toward longer voyages of around 28 nights, allowing passengers to explore multiple Northern European ports such as Dover, Rotterdam, Belfast, Invergordon, and Queensferry alongside their Irish experience.
What makes Dublin particularly appealing for cruise travelers is its remarkable accessibility. The port sits remarkably close to the city center, meaning you can venture into Dublin's cobblestone streets, historic pubs, and world-class museums within minutes of disembarking. Whether you're exploring the magnificent Trinity College and its famous Book of Kells, sampling a perfectly poured Guinness at a traditional pub, or wandering through the elegant Georgian squares, Dublin rewards both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike.
Peak season runs from April through August, with May and August seeing the highest concentration of cruise traffic. The port facilities are modern and efficient, ensuring smooth embarkation and disembarkation. Dublin truly captures the essence of Irish charm while providing the cosmopolitan amenities that discerning cruise passengers expect.
What makes Dublin particularly appealing for cruise travelers is its remarkable accessibility. The port sits remarkably close to the city center, meaning you can venture into Dublin's cobblestone streets, historic pubs, and world-class museums within minutes of disembarking. Whether you're exploring the magnificent Trinity College and its famous Book of Kells, sampling a perfectly poured Guinness at a traditional pub, or wandering through the elegant Georgian squares, Dublin rewards both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike.
Peak season runs from April through August, with May and August seeing the highest concentration of cruise traffic. The port facilities are modern and efficient, ensuring smooth embarkation and disembarkation. Dublin truly captures the essence of Irish charm while providing the cosmopolitan amenities that discerning cruise passengers expect.
Cruise Lines at Dublin
- Holland America Line (61 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (10 cruises)
- Silversea (6 cruises)
- Seabourn (4 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (2 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (2 cruises)
- Polar Latitudes Expeditions (2 cruises)
- Adventure Canada (1 cruise)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Dublin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the must-see attractions in Dublin?
Top sights include Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
Spring and early autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.
How can I get around Dublin?
Dublin is walkable; use the Luas tram, Dublin Bus, and taxis for convenient travel.
What is Dublin known for?
Rich literary history, Georgian architecture, pubs, and traditional Irish music.