Live in Dublin, Ireland with a community of like-minded people.
More than just a vacation, immerse yourself for a month in Ireland's storied capital — where centuries-old pubs ring with live music, Georgian squares invite long afternoon strolls, and one of Europe's most welcoming cultures embraces you like an old friend. You'll discover a new pace of life, make genuine connections, and experience the legendary Irish craic for yourself.
Centrally Located Exclusive Apartments
Community Activities and Events
In-Person Dublin Support Staff
Optional Events & Tours
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Live Like a Local and Enjoy a Variety of Activities with Like-Minded People in Dublin, Ireland.
Dublin is unlike any other European capital — a city where warmth is not a marketing slogan but a way of life. It's a place where strangers become conversation partners over a pint, where the world's greatest literary tradition lives on in every bookshop and pub, and where history is carved into the Georgian terraces, cobblestone laneways, and medieval cathedrals you'll pass on your morning walk. Living here for a month means trading the tourist trail for something far richer: the rhythm of daily life in one of Europe's most human-scaled, walkable, and genuinely joyful cities. Whether you're raising a glass of Guinness in a centuries-old pub, riding the DART along the shimmering coastline of Dublin Bay, or wandering the illuminated pages of the Book of Kells, Dublin rewards curiosity — and rewards it warmly.
Live in Dublin
Exclusive Apartments
Our Dublin apartments sit within a thoughtfully designed development right on the banks of the Docklands — built around a bright central courtyard, with warm brick architecture that nods to the neighborhood's maritime heritage. The city center, Trinity College, and Temple Bar are all just a short stroll or bus ride away.
Local Community Manager
Your dedicated, on-the-ground Community Manager knows Dublin intimately and is passionate about helping you make the most of every day. From coordinating group meals and cultural outings to fielding your questions about the best local spots, they're your trusted guide and go-to person throughout your stay.
Cultural Experiences
Dublin is a paradise for lovers of language, history, literature, and music — and your Community Manager curates it all. Explore the medieval Long Room at Trinity College, share an evening in a pub alive with traditional Irish session music, and join fellow travelers for experiences that go far beyond the typical tourist trail. All scheduled community activities, meals, and happy hours are included in the program fee.
Health & Wellness
Travel medical insurance is included in the program fee. Dublin is one of Europe's most walkable capitals, with beautiful parks, coastal paths, and the DART rail line connecting you to seaside villages and fresh-air escapes. Your Community Manager can connect you to additional optional activities including guided walks, wellness classes, and countryside excursions.
Your Home in Dublin
Our Dublin apartments are in a beautifully designed residential development right on the south banks of the Docklands. Built around a bright central courtyard, it offers a genuine sense of calm within one of the city's most vibrant and well-connected neighborhoods. Community members will live in 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with shared amenity spaces including a fitness center, lounge, media room, and a first-floor roof terrace perfect for a morning coffee or an evening wind-down.
The location puts you steps from the River Liffey, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, and the waterfront walks of the Grand Canal Dock — with the city center, Trinity College, and Temple Bar just a short stroll or single bus ride away. The DART is a 10-minute walk, putting Dublin's scenic coastline easily within reach.
All apartments include:
Fully equipped kitchen (pots, pans, utensils, plates, cutlery)
Microwave, electric stovetop
Coffee maker
High-speed internet
Smart TV
Weekly cleaning
Building services:
Concierge
Controlled access / gated entry
Fitness center
Media room
Landscaped courtyard
First-floor roof terrace
Authentic Dublin Experiences
Dublin's literary, musical, and cultural traditions offer an extraordinary depth of experience — and our program is designed to bring you inside them, not just observe from a distance. Our Tuesday Lunch Club will introduce you to the city's beloved food scene, from modern Irish bistros championing seasonal and local produce to gastropubs serving elevated classics like seafood chowder, Irish stew, and brown bread with smoked salmon. Share a proper Irish whiskey tasting at a city-center distillery, raise a glass during a Dublin Literary Pub Happy Hour, and let a traditional session in a centuries-old pub remind you why music sounds different here than anywhere else on earth.
Community activities in Dublin include:
Welcome reception & farewell party
Tuesday Lunch Club (rotating gastropubs and modern Irish restaurants)
Weekly "Happy (to be 55+) Hour"
Dublin Literary Pub Happy Hour
Traditional Irish music evening in a historic pub
Irish whiskey tasting at a city-center distillery
Walking tour of Georgian Dublin: Merrion Square, St. Stephen's Green, and Fitzwilliam Square
Coastal DART excursion to a seaside town for lunch
Getaways & Day Trips
Make Dublin your home base and uncover the extraordinary landscapes, ancient monuments, and charming towns that lie within reach in every direction. Ireland rewards the curious traveler at every turn.
Glendalough & the Wicklow Mountains
Escape into the "Garden of Ireland," where a 6th-century monastic settlement rests in a glacial valley surrounded by wooded mountains and two shimmering lakes. The Wicklow Mountains National Park offers walking trails for all levels — and the scenery is simply unforgettable. (~1 to 1.5 hours away)
Newgrange & the Boyne Valley
Visit one of the world's great prehistoric monuments — a 5,200-year-old passage tomb older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids of Giza. Combine with the Hill of Tara, ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland, for a day that puts all of human history in perspective. (~1 hour away)
Belfast & the Causeway Coast
Spend a weekend in Northern Ireland's vibrant capital — visiting the world-class Titanic Museum, exploring the city's remarkable political murals on a Black Taxi tour, and dining in celebrated restaurants. Extend the trip along the stunning Causeway Coast to the Giant's Causeway and the dramatic Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. (~2 hours by train)
The Cliffs of Moher & the Burren
Experience one of Europe's most dramatic natural landmarks — sheer cliffs rising 214 meters above the crashing Atlantic, stretching for 14 kilometers along the County Clare coastline. Combine with an exploration of the otherworldly Burren, a limestone landscape dotted with rare wildflowers, prehistoric dolmens, and hidden abbeys. (~3 hours away)
Your Month-Long Dublin Experience
A morning stroll past the Georgian terraces of Merrion Square. Brown bread and strong tea at a proper Irish café. An afternoon lost in the Long Room at Trinity College. Tuesday's Lunch Club — new friends around a gastropub table, chowder made from today's catch. By the end of the first week, these aren't fellow travelers anymore. They're people you actually know.
Your Community Manager handles the rest: the whiskey tasting, the DART excursion, the questions you haven't thought to ask yet. And when you're ready to venture further, the whole of Ireland is your backyard.
Not a vacation — a life, well lived.
Your Dublin Experience Includes:
Furnished Exclusive Apartment (30 nights)
Weekly Tuesday Lunch Club
Weekly Happy (to be 55+) Hour
Weekly Walking Tour or Cultural Experience
Travel Medical Insurance
Included Extras:
Welcome Reception & Farewell Party
Traditional Irish Pub Music Evening
Irish Whiskey Tasting at a City-Center Distillery
Georgian Dublin Walking Tour
Dublin Literary Pub Happy Hour
Coastal DART Excursion
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Frequently Asked Questions
Late spring through early autumn — May through September — offers Dublin's mildest and sunniest conditions, with long evenings that invite leisurely walks along the river and outdoor dining in the city's squares. That said, Dublin's compact, walkable character and wealth of indoor cultural attractions make it a rewarding destination year-round.
Yes. Dublin is one of Europe's most walkable capitals, and many of its most beloved neighborhoods, parks, and cultural landmarks are within comfortable walking distance of the city center. The DART coastal rail line and Dublin Bus network are both accessible and easy to navigate, and taxis are plentiful throughout the city. Your Community Manager will provide a full orientation to local transportation and is always available to help you find your feet.
Many of Dublin's major attractions — including Trinity College and the Book of Kells exhibition, the National Gallery of Ireland, and the Chester Beatty Library — offer step-free access, elevators, and facilities designed to accommodate visitors with varying mobility levels. Our apartments feature elevators and are centrally located to minimize the need for long walks when you'd rather relax.
Dublin is generally a safe, friendly, and welcoming city. As with any European capital, it's wise to be mindful of your belongings in busy tourist areas. At The Good Life Abroad, we select our apartments in well-regarded, centrally located neighborhoods and provide on-the-ground support through your Community Manager, who will offer practical safety guidance during your welcome orientation.
Yes — members are welcome to have guests stay with them for part of their stay. Guests will not be able to participate in the included community activities, and a small additional fee may apply depending on local regulations. Guest passport information will be collected to comply with local requirements.
Your program fee includes 30 nights in a furnished apartment, all utilities and Wi-Fi, weekly apartment cleaning, all scheduled community activities, the weekly Tuesday Lunch Club, weekly Happy Hour, support from your local Community Manager, and travel medical insurance (up to $100,000) and medical evacuation insurance (up to $500,000). Airfare, airport transfers, groceries, phone services, and optional tours or activities are not included.