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Dublin, Baile Atha Cliath, Ireland

How much does it cost to travel to Dublin?

You should plan to spend around $152 (€140) per day on your vacation in Dublin. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $53 (€49) on meals
  • $19 (€17) on local transportation
  • $143 (€131) on hotels

A one week trip to Dublin for two people costs, on average, $2,129 (€1,956). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $152
    140
  • One Week Per person
    $1,064
    978
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,129
    1,956
  • One Month Per person
    $4,562
    4,190
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,129
    1,956
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $4,257
    3,911
  • One Month For a couple
    $9,123
    8,381
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Dublin cost?

A one week trip to Dublin usually costs around $1,064 (€978) for one person and $2,129 (€1,956) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Dublin on average costs around $2,129 (€1,956) for one person and $4,257 (€3,911) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Dublin will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Dublin on average costs around $4,562 (€4,190) for one person and $9,123 (€8,381) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Dublin has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Dublin expensive to visit?

Prices in Dublin are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.

Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Dublin is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Calais or Cairngorms National Park.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Dublin Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Dublin?

The average Dublin trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Dublin travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) 131 ($143)
Local Transportation 1 17 ($19)
Food 2 49 ($53)
Entertainment 1 25 ($27)
Tips and Handouts 1 3 - 10 ($4 - 11)
Alcohol 2 9 - 26 ($9 - 28)
Accommodation Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Dublin is $72 (€66). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Dublin is $143 (€131). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $72
    66
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $143
    131

Hotel Prices in Dublin

Looking for a hotel in Dublin? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

Find the best hotel for your travel style.

 

Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Dublin based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $131. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Dublin is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $19 (€17) per person, per day, on local transportation in Dublin.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $19
    17

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What did other people spend on Transportation in Dublin?

Typical prices for Transportation in Dublin are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Dublin, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Rental Car for a Day
    15


Food Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Dublin can vary, the average cost of food in Dublin is $53 (€49) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Dublin should cost around $21 (€20) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Dublin is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $53
    49

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What did other people spend on Food in Dublin?

Typical prices for Food in Dublin are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Dublin, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Lunch Lynam's Pub
    3.95


Entertainment Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Dublin typically cost an average of $27 (€25) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $27
    25

The Go City Dublin Pass offers great discounts on attractions in Dublin. With the Go City Explorer pass, you can choose to visit specific sights and attractions at a discount. Or, you can visit as many included attractions as you like with a multi-day All-Inclusive Pass. The average visitor saves 30% off of the regular admission prices.


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What did other people spend on Entertainment in Dublin?

Typical prices for Entertainment in Dublin are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Dublin, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Wild Wicklow Tour
    26
  • Guinness Brewery for Two
    27
  • St Pauls Cathedral
    4.50
  • Dublin Writer's Museum
    6.30


Tips and Handouts Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average cost for Tips and Handouts in Dublin is $7.29 (€6.69) per day. The usual amount for a tip in Dublin is 5% - 15%.


  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    $7.29
    6.69


Alcohol Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $19 (€17) on alcoholic beverages in Dublin per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $19
    17

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Water Budget in Dublin
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, people spend $4.09 (€3.75) on bottled water in Dublin per day. The public water in Dublin is considered safe to drink.


  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    $4.09
    3.75


Last Updated: Feb 27, 2024
Dublin On a Budget
Dublin Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.

Dublin has a mild climate due to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream. It rains less than you might expect, but a light shower may occur on most days. Winters are milder than you would think with temperature typically staying around 5 degrees Celsius. Frost is common between the months of November and February because nighttime temperatures do fall below freezing. It snows occasionally, but not often. Summers are mild or may even be considered cool, and temperatures typically don't get much above 20 degrees Celsius.
Sights
There are many sights spread throughout Dublin. During the peak travel months they can get crowded so make sure you arrive early. Some interesting places to visit include Chester Beatty Library, Christ Church Cathedral, St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Dublin Writers Museum, the Dublin Zoo, Dublinia & the Viking World, the General Post Office, Merrion Square, the National Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Ireland, among other places. With so much to see and do, it's easy to spend multiple days here and fill them all. Check out this guide to spending 3 days in Dublin for more ideas and inspiration.

Dublin also offers plenty of places to visit just outside of the city such as castles, farms and agricultural land, the coastline, and more. For example, you can visit Newgrange, a stone-age monument of historical significance.
Neighborhoods
Dublin has many different neighborhoods that each have their own vibe. The Old City is where you will find the Dublin Castle and the remaining remnants of the city's original walls. There are also many shops and boutiques there. Temple Bar is the party center for the city and there are many bars and clubs. Trinity College Area has a traditional university vibe with many bookstores and shops. The Guinness Brewery is in Liberties, and most of the hotels, restaurants and shops are in St. Stephen's Green and the Grafton Street Area. Fitzwilliam & Merrion Squares are surrounded by Georgian town houses and O'Connell Street has many hotels and some good restaurants. Other notable neighborhoods include North Quays and Ballsbridge/Embassy Row.

Activities
If you're tired of looking a museums and attractions, there are many activities you can enjoy in Dublin. Consider going to a hurling, Gaelic football, or rugby game. Home games for the Leinster Rugby team are usually played at the RDS Arena. Both hurling and Gaelic football is played at Croke Park Stadium.

Another fun option is to take a self guided tour of the Guinness Storehouse. There's an exhibition that travels from the ground floor to the seventh floor. For the price of entry you also get a pint of Guinness.

Plenty more attractions and things to do can be found in the Irish countryside outside of Dublin, such as castles, pastoral landscapes, and natural scenery like the Cliffs of Moher. Check out this guide to choosing a great day trip from Dublin.
Food and Dining
Restaurant food can be expensive in Dublin, but the quality is also generally high. If you're looking for some budget options, head to the Indian restaurants around the South William Street area that runs parallel to Grafton Street. If you arrive early you can often take advantage of an "early bird" special. Three courses usually are included in the special and prices are around 10 euros. Lunches in this area can also be cheap. Other interesting and affordable restaurants can be found on Parnell Street in Dublin 1. Here you will find a concentration of Chinese and Asian restaurants. Another cheap meal option is to try the local fish and chips. There are several good places around town where you can try this local favorite.

For more information, see What to Eat in Ireland.

Transportation
Public transportation in Dublin is not as good as that of most larger European cities. It continues to improve though, and as a tourist you are likely to spend most of your time walking around the city center anyway. There is a tram or light rail system (the Luas) that is generally good and reliable and can be used it to get around the city center. It has two lines that do not connect, but you can walk between them in 15 minutes at their closest point. The red line runs from Connolly Railway Station and the Point Theatre to the suburb of Tallaght. The green line runs from St. Stephen's Green to Bride's Glen in Cherrywood. The DART is a suburban rail service that follows the coast between Greystones in the south and Howth and Malahide in the north. There are four additional suburban rail lines that travel around Dublin.

The state run bus service travels through the city and its suburbs and even goes into the very outer suburbs. With over 200 routes, the numbering system can get confusing. It is best to find a route map, find your stop, and then look at the final destination which is displayed on the front of the bus.
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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.



1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.