Irlande

Top 5 des lieux

1. Trinity College and the Book of Kells · Dublin

   Illuminated medieval manuscript and the Long Room library; book timed entry.

2. Guinness Storehouse · Dublin

   Ireland's most visited attraction, ending at a rooftop bar with city views.

3. Cliffs of Moher · County Clare

   Atlantic sea cliffs over 200 m high; stay behind the barriers in wind.

4. Ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park · Killarney

   Scenic coastal loop with lakes, mountains and small villages.

5. Galway and Connemara · Galway

   Lively city with traditional music pubs and wild landscapes to the west.

Se déplacer

• Transports en commun

  Leap Visitor Card / TFI Go

  Leap Visitor Card gives unlimited travel on Dublin buses, Luas trams, DART and commuter trains (1, 3 or 7 days) plus Airlink options. TFI Go app sells mobile tickets; contactless is accepted on Dublin buses (varies by operator).

• Taxi

  FREENOW

  The most used taxi app in Ireland, booking licensed taxis at the metered fare. Licensed taxis have a yellow-and-blue roof sign and a driver ID displayed.

• Appli de VTC

  Uber

  Uber in Ireland books licensed taxis (and some premium cars), not private drivers, so prices are similar to taxis.

• Trains

  Irish Rail (Iarnrod Eireann)

  Intercity trains from Dublin to Cork, Galway, Limerick, Killarney and Belfast. Book online ahead for cheaper fares.

• Bus

  Bus Eireann / Citylink / GoBus

  Intercity and rural buses, often cheaper than the train; Citylink and GoBus run frequent Dublin-Galway services.

• Location de voiture

  Car rental

  Best way to see the west coast. Drive on the left; rural roads are narrow. Check insurance carefully: many US credit card policies are not accepted, and the desk excess hold can be large.

• Vélos en libre-service

  Dublin Bikes

  Docked bike share in central Dublin with a 3-day ticket for visitors.

Argent et espèces

Devise: EUR · Euro

Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere, including pubs and most taxis. Carry a little cash for rural B&Bs, small shops and tips. Near the Northern Ireland border some places accept pounds but give change in euros; Northern Ireland itself uses GBP.

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Pourboires

Tipping in Ireland is appreciated but not mandatory. Around 10% in restaurants for good table service is common. In pubs, people do not usually tip for drinks at the bar.

Phrases utiles

• An bille, le do thoil. (Irish) The bill, please.
• Go raibh maith agat. (Irish) Thank you.

Savoir-vivre

• Pub rounds are common in groups: if you join a round, buy your turn.
• Queue patiently at bus stops, shops and bars; do not push in.
• Friendly banter and teasing are normal and meant warmly.
• Do not assume Ireland is part of the UK, and avoid strong opinions on Northern Ireland politics.
• Thank the bus driver when getting off; it is customary.
• Dress for rain and wind year-round, even on sunny mornings.

Arnaques et comment y faire face

• Unlicensed taxis

  Où: Dublin city centre and airport at night

  Comment ça marche: Unlicensed drivers offer rides and overcharge.

  Comment l’éviter: Use only licensed taxis with yellow roof signs and displayed driver ID, or book through FREENOW or Uber.

• Fake charity collectors

  Où: Dublin: Grafton Street, O'Connell Street, Temple Bar

  Comment ça marche: Collectors with fake IDs or buckets ask for donations or card details.

  Comment l’éviter: Give only to registered charities directly; do not hand over card details on the street.

• Pickpockets in crowds

  Où: Dublin: Temple Bar, Grafton Street, Red Luas line, busy pubs

  Comment ça marche: Thieves take phones and wallets from bags, jackets on chairs and tables.

  Comment l’éviter: Keep valuables in front pockets, do not leave phones on tables.

• Fake rental and accommodation listings

  Où: Online, especially Dublin

  Comment ça marche: Fake listings ask for deposits by bank transfer for flats or rooms that do not exist.

  Comment l’éviter: Book through established platforms, never pay deposits by bank transfer to people you have not met.

• Temple Bar overpricing

  Où: Dublin: Temple Bar district

  Comment ça marche: Pubs and restaurants in Temple Bar charge much more than elsewhere in Dublin.

  Comment l’éviter: Check prices first or drink in nearby neighbourhoods.

Sécurité

• Ireland is generally safe; most theft happens in larger cities.
• In Dublin, O'Connell Street has open drug dealing and anti-social behaviour; take care, especially at night.
• Watch belongings on the Red Luas line and in crowded pubs.
• Lock cars and use secure car parks; do not leave valuables visible.
• Coastal cliffs and beaches can be dangerous in wind and waves; stay behind barriers and swim at lifeguarded beaches.

Pratique de l’anglais

English is the everyday language everywhere. Irish (Gaelic) is official and appears on signs; it is spoken daily mainly in Gaeltacht areas in the west.

Sources

• GOV.UK Foreign travel advice: Ireland, safety and security
• Wikivoyage: Ireland
• Wikivoyage: Dublin
• Wikipedia: List of tipping customs by country
• Rick Steves: Tipping in Europe

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