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Welcome to Limerick, Ireland.
With views over Limerick and River Shannon, this Clarion is located on Steamboat Quay, within walking distance of the city center, and approximately 13 miles from Shannon Airport.

Hotel amenities include the Sanovitae Health and Leisure Club with 12-meter pool, fully equipped gym, sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi. The hotel also has a waterfront restaurant, Sinergie, and laundry facilities on site. Room service is available. Car parking is seven euros per night.
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Cork, Ireland
Situated on the banks of the River Lee, Clarion Hotel Cork has a glass facade and is located half a mile from St. Finbarre's Cathedral and approximately five miles from Cork International Airport. This location is also 600 meters from Crawford Art Gallery, half a mile from the Bells of Shandon, one mile from the English Market, two miles from the Opera House, and 16 miles from Fota Wildlife Park and Blarney Castle and Stone.
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Limerick, Ireland

Dublin is unique among the capital cities of Europe. It is on the sea with a bay of harbors and swimming areas; it lies nestled among hills and mountains; and it contains Phoenix Park, the largest park on the European continent. Dublin’s streets have been described as bustling and lively. They have also been called congested. As all of these descriptions are accurate, the excitement of the city can best be enjoyed by moving from point to point via the comfort and convenience of local bus and rail service.

Within half an hour of Dublin’s city center there are mountain walks, historic homes and gardens, sandy beaches and fishing villages. Within Dublin are countless places of interest to explore. It is a city steeped in history and tradition, but it is also youthful. Of the one and a half million people in greater Dublin, about half are under 25. It is a city that welcomes visitors of all ages. Activities for the family include enjoyment of the nature preserve, the grazing deer, the 700 animal zoo, and the well tended, formal gardens of Phoenix Park. There is a hands-on center where children can design and produce pottery pieces. Other family possibilities are horseback riding, sailing and the thrill of the interactive Dublin Viking adventure that recreates the sights, sounds and smells of Dublin as it was 1000 years ago.

Dublin began as a Viking trading post called Dubh Linn (Dark Pool), which soon merged with a Celtic settlement called Baile Átha Cliath (Town of the Hurdle Ford) – still the Gaelic name for the city. Because most of the early city was built of wood, only the two cathedrals, part of the castle and several churches have survived from before the seventeenth century. Much of the “newer” construction is from the Georgian period of the eighteenth century. Recent modernization has worked in harmony with the beauty and grandeur of the past.
See our City Guide for more information about Dublin, Ireland

Ireland


Special Events and Entertainment in Dublin, Ireland


Annual Events


January

New Year's Eve / Day celebrations.

Salmon and Sea Trout Season - January-September

 

February

Five Nations Rugby Tournament - February to April, Ireland plays against England, Wales, Scotland and France.

 

March

Mid-March

Celtic Flame 

a national festival of contemporary and traditional music, song and dance

 

March 17

St. Patrick's Day Festival

celebrations and a parade

 

Mid-March

Temple Bar Fleadh

three-day festival honoring St. Patrick.

 

Late March

Feis Ceoil 

classical musical festival

 

April

Early April

Colours Boat Race

a rowing race along the River Liffey.

3rd week of April

Dublin Film Festival

May

May 1

May Day Parade

 

Late May-early June

Laytown Beach Races

horse races on the beach, north of Dublin

June    

16 June

Bloomsday

Events, readings, re-enactments and performances, commemorating the day in 1904 in which James Joyce's Ulysses is set. For information, contact the James Joyce Centre, 35 N. Great George's St. Phone 878-8547.

 

August,      

Early August:     

Dublin Horse Show.

Both a premier sporting and social event, this event features approximately 1,500 horses in 90 showing and jumping competitions. Live music, fashion shows, Irish crafts and a masquerade ball accompany the equestrian competitions. Royal Dublin Society Showgrounds, Ballsbridge. For information:  668-0866

 

Throughout August

Diversions Temple Bar

Summerlong festival of free outdoor films and music, theater, opera and dance performances. Meeting House Square, Temple Bar, 18 Eustace St. For information:  677-2255.

 

September      

Early-Mid September

All-Ireland Hurling Final

Hurling is a fast-paced sport that is similar to lacrosse. Getting tickets may be difficult as it is popular.   For information: contact the Gaelic Athletic Association at 836-3222.

 

Mid-Late September

All-Ireland Gaelic Football Final Gaelic football is its own sport and is neither soccer nor U.S. football. For information: contact the Gaelic Athletic Association at 836-3222.

 

Late September – early October

Annual Dublin Theatre Festival

Featuring more than 150 performances of international and Irish theater, the event is considered one of the best festivals for new writers. For information:  677-8439.

 

Late September – early October

Dublin Fringe Festival.

A showcase for offbeat, quality theatrical and multidisciplinary performances. For information:677-8511

 

October      

Late October:      

Samhain (Halloween) Parade.

Costumed dancers parade through the city center. For information:  855-7154.

 

End of October     

Dublin City Marathon

The Annual Marathon attracts many international competitors and thousands of spectators. The racecourse runs from Nassau Street to Marion Square West. For information:  623-2250.

 

Early October

Annual Dublin Theatre Festival

Features  more than 150 performances of international and Irish theater.   this annual event is considered one of the best festivals for new writing. Various venues. For information:  677-8439

 

December      

Mid –December

National Crafts Fair of Ireland. A variety of Irish crafts are offered for sale. Main Hall, Royal Dublin Society Showgrounds, Ballsbridge. For Information:  670-2186 or 285-9294.

 

Late December     

The Annual Christmas National Hunt Festival competitions at the Leopardstown Racecourse, Leopardstown Road, Foxrock. For Information:  289-3607

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