The city of magic music. Music in Dublin is steeped in history and culture that has influenced musicians worldwide. The Irish traditional and folk sounds abound in the area, with its countless vibrant pubs hosting world class live concerts or local favorites. You can hear rebel songs recounting past struggles and listen to handcrafted harps, with guitarists joining in on a jig. Whether it’s upbeat dance music, tin whistles and banjos at a festive session, fiddle tunes heard along quiet streets or simply a resonating voice at the theater, there are musical treats for all who come through Dublin. Tourists rejoice as the sounds wander out of old stony entryways and into their hearts!