| If you're determined to visit Dublin this year, but | | | | you're interested in fantastic buildings, then you |
| don't want to spend a lot of money, then perhaps | | | | won't want to miss the Department of the |
| you'll want to discover Dublin on a budget. You | | | | Taoiseach. |
| don't have to spend a fortune, and you can learn | | | | 7. The National Botanic Gardens were founded in |
| lots about this amazing city for nothing, as many | | | | 1795, and have been popular ever since. If you're |
| attractions are free. | | | | a keen gardener, or like plants and flowers, then |
| Here's what you need to do to enjoy Dublin on a | | | | the Botanic Gardens will be high up on your list of |
| budget. | | | | things to see in Dublin. With plenty to get involved |
| 1. You'll need to choose when you want to go in | | | | with and guided tours, the Botanic Gardens are |
| advance. It might be that you have to go at a | | | | ideal for families. |
| certain time of year because of a stag or hen | | | | 8. Phoenix Park is one the biggest city parks in |
| weekend. Remember that flights and | | | | Europe, and offers a n informative exhibition on |
| accommodation will be more expensive at certain | | | | the history and wildlife of the park. With a special |
| times of year or when certain events are | | | | section designed for children, as well as guided |
| happening. | | | | tours, this is a must for any family visiting Dublin. |
| 2. By booking your flights in advance, you're likely | | | | 9. A recent addition for visitors to Dublin is the |
| to be able to save money. If you know when | | | | walking tours podcasts. These are available to |
| you're going, why not book your flights to Dublin | | | | download free of charge, and will provide you |
| now? | | | | with a fantastic insight into the city, and will help |
| 3. Why not book your accommodation, car hire | | | | you get more from your time here. They can |
| and airport parking online in advance? This will help | | | | provide you with directions to various city centre |
| you to save time as well as money, and means | | | | attractions, as well as tours of the coastal paths |
| that you can have more of your budget to spend | | | | and following the footsteps of Ulysses. If you're |
| when you arrive in Dublin. | | | | the adventurous type, then you won't want to |
| 4. Dublin offers lots of free things to do once you | | | | miss the chance to get to know Dublin better. |
| arrive in this amazing city. If money is tight then | | | | 10. Although you might be on a budget, you'll |
| you don't have to miss out on the fantastic sights | | | | definitely want to experience the traditional bars, |
| and attractions. | | | | restaurants and nightlife that Dublin is famous for. |
| 5. You'll want to visit the Irish Museum Of Modern | | | | Why not see some of the most important and |
| Art if you like contemporary artwork, and there's | | | | exciting attractions Dublin has to offer during the |
| certainly plenty to see here. Wit ha wide variety | | | | day, and spend the evening enjoying a traditional |
| of styles and exhibitions there's bound to be | | | | Irish night out? You'll be glad you did. |
| something that you like. | | | | Now you know that there is so much to see |
| 6. The Government Buildings are well worth a visit | | | | even on a budget, when will you visit Dublin? |
| too, and the guided tour is not to be missed. If | | | | |