$4 vs $3 · United Kingdom vs Ireland
Britain's multicultural megacity. Big Ben, Tate Modern, curry on Brick Lane, pubs everywhere. Best for: theatre, museums (free), Premier League.
Full London guide →Ireland's literary pub capital. Trinity College + Book of Kells, Temple Bar (touristy), Guinness Storehouse, lively pub culture. Best for: pubs, James Joyce, Irish craic.
Full Dublin guide →Dublin is the cheaper pick at $3 (vs $4). Saves $1 for food and activities.
Dublin is cheaper at $3 (vs London at $4). Saves you $1 on a $10 budget.
Both are premium ($4 and $3) — tight for backpackers but doable.
Yes — both are in Europe. They combine well in a regional itinerary.
Britain's multicultural megacity. Big Ben, Tate Modern, curry on Brick Lane, pubs everywhere. Best for: theatre, museums (free), Premier League.
Ireland's literary pub capital. Trinity College + Book of Kells, Temple Bar (touristy), Guinness Storehouse, lively pub culture. Best for: pubs, James Joyce, Irish craic.