St Patrick's Festival

There's nowhere in the world quite like Dublin on St Patrick's Day, Irish Ferries are delighted to once again sponsor this years St.Partick's Festival Parade on March 17th. This years parade will be starting at 12:01pm on Thursday 17th March.

Take in the magical spectacle from a number of view points throughout the city and don’t forget to wear something green! There are celebrations right across the weekend. After the sun goes down, take a stroll through the city and see some of Dublin City’s main monuments illuminated green, Some venues of note are Trinity College, Christchurch Cathedral, The mansion house and many more.

Why not come along and join in the fun!

Parade Route Map (pdf)

Tourism Ireland - St Patrick's Day

Almost 1600 years ago St Patrick came to Ireland

We've been celebrating his legacy ever since.

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St. Patrick's Festival Parade

Thursday 17th March

This years theme, Connections/Naisc will see flamboyant performances inspired by Ireland’s contemporary and traditional Irish arts, culture and heritage, Bands from far and wide will deliver rhythms and uplifting music.

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Top attractions

The must see attractions for your visit to Dublin, including getting out and about in the great outdoors and having a pint of the black stuff! 

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Food and Drink

Sample the range of diverse food options to suit all pockets as you explore the tastes of the city 

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Coastal Towns

Visit the pretty coastal towns of Malahide, Howth or Dun Laoghaire for a stroll and maybe even a bag of chips! 

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Hotels in Dublin

  • Brooks Hotel
  • Bonnington Dublin Hotel
  • Buswells Hotel
  • Fitzpatrick's Castle Hotel

A unique 4-star boutique hotel located in the centre of Dublin, just two minutes’ walk from its beating heart in Grafton Street and St Stephen’s Green

Call us on 03717 300 400
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm; Sat 8am – 4pm.


The Bonnington Dublin Hotel & Leisure Centre is a four star hotel located 3km north of Dublin City Centre.

Call us on 03717 300 400
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm; Sat 8am – 4pm.


Buswells, nestled in the peaceful heart of Georgian Dublin, is one of the oldest hotels in Ireland's capital city. Located on a quiet street just a short stroll to the best Dublin has to offer, from picturesque Stephen's Green, to Trinity College, and the National Museum.

Call us on 03717 300 400
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm; Sat 8am – 4pm.


Location; Killiney, Co Dublin. A fantasy castle hotel with an 18th century heart. This family-run hotel is understandably popular. Choose casual or formal dining, relax in the leisure centre, walk through Killiney Hill Park to the beach or spend a day in Dublin’s city centre (14kms), travel to the city via ‘the Dart’ local train service to Dublin.

Call us on 03717 300 400
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm; Sat 8am – 4pm.


Ships on the Irish Sea

  • Ulysses
  • Epsilon
  • Blue Star 1

Ulysses ist die gößte Autofähre der Welt und kann 1342 Autos und 2000 Passagiere transportieren. Sie ist sehr gut ausgestattet und an Bord erwarten Sie unzählige Möglichkeiten, wie Restaurants, Kinos, Fernseh-Lounges, Video- und elektronische Spiele, ein Kinderspielbereich, zwei Lounge-Bars, ein Geschäft und eine Club-Class-Lounge.

Einrichtungen an Bord

  • Panoramaaussichten
  • Rezeption
  • Einkaufen an Bord
  • Kostenloses W-Lan
  • Boylans Brasserie
  • Blooms Bar
Erkunden Sie die Ulysses

Die Epsilon, die jüngste Ergänzung der Flotte, bietet einen Service der Economy-Klasse auf den Strecken von Holyhead nach Dublin und von Cherbourg nach Dublin. Mit kostenlosem Wifi, einer Bar / Lounge, einem Restaurant und komfortablen 2-und 4-Bett-Kabinen -alle mit Fernseher

Einrichtungen an Bord

  • Panoramaaussichten
  • Rezeption
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Kostenloses W-Lan
  • Boylans Brasserie
  • En-suite Kabinen mit Fernseher
Erkunden Sie die Epsilon

Introducing Blue Star 1

We're pleased to announce the addition of the passenger ferry Blue Star 1 to our Rosslare to Pembroke route. The Blue Star 1 has the capacity to carry up to 1,500 passengers, 100 freight vehicles and up to 700 cars.

What's onboard

  • Self-service restaurant
  • Reception
  • Club Class
  • Onboard shopping
  • Café/bar
  • Spacious outdoor decks
  • Choice of cabins
  • Kids Play Area
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Irish Sea Routes

Our Routes

  • Holyhead - Dublin.
  • Pembroke - Rosslare.
  • Dublin - Holyhead.
  • Rosslare - Pembroke.