8 of the best · Dublin, Ireland
New Projects and Openings in Dublin
MetroLink, DART+, BusConnects and Luas Finglas, Trinity’s Old Library, the Hugh Lane’s refurbishment, the Abbey’s plans and Dublin Port. We give status, not prices.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
What's onThis week in Dublin
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Insiders' picks
Three places from this list we would send a friend to first, chosen by people who know Dublin well.
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Approved
MetroLink
A planned metro from Swords and the airport to the city centre: approved, not yet under construction.
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Under way
Trinity’s Old Library
The redevelopment of the Old Library: the Long Room’s books have been removed while it is conserved.
The full list: Developments, A–Z
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Projects and openings 8
What’s open and what’s under way.
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In planning
Abbey Theatre redevelopment
Plans to redevelop the national theatre’s building on Abbey Street.
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In progress
BusConnects Dublin
The National Transport Authority’s programme to improve the city’s bus network.
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Working port
Dublin Port
Ireland’s largest freight and passenger port, with the Great South Wall and the Port Greenway open to visitors.
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Closed for works
Hugh Lane Gallery refurbishment
Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane is closed for refurbishment.
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Proposed
Luas Finglas
The proposed extension of the Luas Green Line from Broombridge to Charlestown.
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Approved
MetroLink
A planned metro from Swords and the airport to the city centre: approved, not yet under construction.
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Under way
Trinity’s Old Library
The redevelopment of the Old Library: the Long Room’s books have been removed while it is conserved.
