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Dublin Quotes

Warm words on Dublin, home, and Irish identity.

These Dublin quotes range from a deep emotional bond with the city to playful references to its famous pub culture. Family roots split between different Irish towns come up more than once, showing how personal Dublin identity can be. For more sharp observational writing, see our Stanislaw Jerzy Lec quotes.

I was happy in Dublin because it is very cosmopolitan.

Quotes by Rick Allen

When I die Dublin will be written in my heart.

James Joyce

When I die I want to decompose in a barrel of porter and have it served in all the pubs in Dublin.

Quotes by J. P. Donleavy

My father was from Belfast; my mother was from Crossmolina. I grew up in Dublin.

Quotes by Colm Wilkinson

Frequently Asked Questions

What themes come up most in these Dublin quotes?
Emotional attachment to the city, its cosmopolitan character, and its strong pub culture all appear repeatedly.
Why do family origins get mentioned alongside Dublin?
Several speakers trace roots to different Irish towns, showing how Dublin identity often blends with wider family history.
Are these Dublin quotes serious or lighthearted?
A mix — some express deep emotional connection, while others use humor, like the joke about pub culture after death.
Do the quotes describe Dublin as a place to live or just visit?
Mostly as a place people are truly from, with lasting personal and emotional ties.
How can I use Dublin quotes?
They work well for travel captions, heritage posts, or nostalgic reflections on home. See our Kelly Slater quotes for more travel-related voices.

Whether it's nostalgia, humor, or a simple sense of belonging, these lines show why Dublin stays close to the heart for those connected to it. Check our Kelly Slater quotes for more travel-adjacent perspectives.