Discover Dublin
St Patrick's Day in Dublin is Ireland's biggest celebration, transforming the capital into a sea of green with a four-day festival of parades, music, comedy, and cultural events. March 17 in Dublin is not just a day โ it's a multi-day festival that celebrates Irish culture, creativity, and the legendary Irish ability to throw a party.
Best Areas to Stay in Dublin
Hotels in Dublin's city centre โ particularly around Temple Bar, Grafton Street, and O'Connell Street โ put you steps from the main parade route and the festival's best pubs and events. The parade runs from Parnell Square south through O'Connell Street and past Trinity College, so hotels along this route offer viewing from your window.
Where to Book in Dublin
Temple Bar is Dublin's famous cultural quarter and the epicentre of St Patrick's Day celebrations. Hotels here are expensive but absolutely central. For better value, hotels in the Docklands, Smithfield, or Portobello offer Dublin Bus connections to the city centre in 10-15 minutes.
Things to Do in Dublin
The Dublin St Patrick's Festival has evolved far beyond stereotypes. Contemporary Irish arts, innovative street theatre, cรฉilรญ dancing, traditional music sessions in historic pubs, and the spectacular Festival Quarter in Merrion Square showcase modern Ireland at its creative best. The 'Greening' โ illuminating landmarks in green โ turns the city into a visual spectacle.