Programme Overview
Programme Overview
Travel to the Conference Venue
The CCD’s city centre location makes it quick and easy to reach by foot from hotels or local accommodation.
There are parking facilities in the CCD car park, which delegates can use to secure their bikes. They are accessible by entering the East door to the building and taking the elevator to the B1 or B2 car park levels. There are over 100 dublinbike stations distributed throughout the city centre, many of which are within close proximity to The CCD.
Visitors to the capital are encouraged to use the DART, (Dublin Area Rapid Transport), to enjoy stunning views of Dublin Bay and travel out of the city to the numerous fishing villages and towns that are dotted along the coastline. The city center DART stations are Connolly, Pearse and Tara.
By Rail - LUAS
Dublin now has its own state-of-the-art light rail system which services the city and its outskirts. This is a hassle-free way to travel to and from the city center.
Dublin Airport is located 10km north of Dublin city centre and is just 15 minutes from The CCD via the Port Tunnel.
Dublin Bus operates a 24-hour service from the city centre to the airport. Dublin Express also offers a direct service to and from the airport, stopping at Custom House, which is a short walk from The CCD. Taxi and car hire services are also easily available.
The Visitor Leap Card
Dublin city wide travel card
Leap Cards are quicker and cheaper than paying for single fares with cash and they can be used to pay-as-you-go on Airlink, Dublin Bus, LUAS and DART. You can purchase them in the arrivals hall at Dublin Airport. The Leap Card takes you anywhere you want to go in the city and suburbs for the following time periods; 24 hours, 3 days, 7 days.
By Car
The CCD is only minutes from the Port Tunnel with connections to the upgraded M50 motorway.
There is a public car park located below The CCD with 320 spaces, 8 disabled spaces and 2 e-car spaces, managed by Euro Car Parks. The opening times are 7am to midnight, 7 days a week. Discounted parking rates are available when pre-booked through Euro Car Parks. Both cash and credit card payments are accepted.