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Don't miss Dublin's seafaring side. Here's the best things to do around Dublin's North Docks.

See Dublin like a local, for work trips or glitzy nights out. All within reach of Beckett Locke.

You'll never be bored in Dublin. There are plenty of places to see, locals to meet and rich, tasty food to sample. Here are our favourite things to do in Dublin – whether you're here for a mini-break or working week.

Unique things to do in Dublin.

Discover the non touristy parts of the city.

Close by to some of the city's biggest concert halls and arenas. Beckett Locke offers easy access to wander along the Dublin Docks, visit some of Dublin's most intriguing museums and take a trip along the coast to the pretty seaside town of Howth. Step out and explore another side of the Irish capital, there's plenty of unique places to see.

Restaurants and bars in Dublin.

Where to eat and drink in the city.

Thanks to the city's culture of prioritising local growers and producers, Dublin has a burgeoning international food scene. Find everything from contemporary Korean cuisine to Italian and Irish fusion. Or enjoy delicious baked pizza and local bread in the comfort of your apartment. When it comes to coffee, Dublin has you covered. For flat whites and double espressos. Fresh pastries and artisan sandwiches. To eat in, eat out, or eat in your king-size bed.

Bread 41
41 Pearse St, D02 H308
Organic bakery specialising in long fermented breads, enjoy one of the pastries or range of breads made next door with a coffee in café.
1.2 miles, 23 mins' walk
Drunken Fish
The Excise Building, Mayor Street Lower, North Dock, D01 X0H7
Contemporary Korean cuisine and drinks with a speakeasy under the restaurant.
0.6 miles, 12 mins' walk
herbstreet
9 Hanover Quay, Docklands, D02 KP20
Neighbourhood restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Find an extensive menu along with craft beers and wines.
0.9 miles, 17 mins' walk
Osteria Lucio
The Malting Tower, Grand Canal Quay, Clanwilliam Terrace, D02 DW90,
Blending Irish and Italian hospitality, thought up by Michelin-Starred chef Luciano Tona and Irish chef and restaurateur Ross Lewis.
1.2 miles, 23 mins' walk
PI Pizza
Castle House, 10, 73 - 83 South Great George's Street
Wood fired pizza using local artisan Irish producers. Eat in or order take away for a perfect night in.
1.8 miles, 20 mins' tram

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