Dublin, capital of the Republic of Ireland with River Liffey running through city centre.

A small European capital, Dublin’s cosmopolitan outlook, embraces diversity and multiculturalism as Irish people are generally relax and open minded despite influence of the catholic church.

Grafton Street is the area of Dublin for shopping and has everything from high-end boutique shops to regular high street fare.

While Ireland is famous for the traditional Irish bars there are many gay bars & clubs located in the Temple Bar area.

Dublin host Béar Féile an annual bear event at the end of March and Dublin Pride, the biggest Gay Pride in Ireland, attracting attendees from all over the world is held in June.