Dublin City Guide

Diverse food options including comfort food, international cuisines, and craft beer. Vegetarian and vegan choices are widely available. Some late-night food spots exist, mostly on weekends.

Mostly around Bridge Park with bars, pubs, and restaurants offering lively but moderate nightlife.

Good mix of local and chain cafes with specialty coffee spots and community feel.

Tipping is standard in the US: 15-20% at restaurants, taxis, and for services. Optional small tips at coffee shops.

SIM cards are sold at Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile stores, and Best Buy. Major carriers offer good coverage and eSIM options. ID is needed for post-paid plans.

Dublin is clean and well-maintained with regular waste and recycling services.

Some 24-hour pharmacies and gas stations. Hospital emergency rooms open all day. Limited late-night food.

Main supermarkets include Kroger, Giant Eagle, and Whole Foods. Farmers' markets run in warmer months. Stores usually open 6 or 7 AM to 10 or 11 PM, including Sundays.

Most places accept credit and debit cards. Cash is rarely needed for daily purchases.

ATMs are common at banks like Chase, Huntington, and PNC, and in big retail stores. Out-of-network ATMs may charge $2.50 to $5.00 fees.

Dublin City Schools is highly rated with schools like Dublin Coffman and Jerome High. Instruction is mainly in English. School enrollment depends on residency.

No strong dedicated nomad community, but good cafes and some coworking spaces offer decent work environments.

Access to large parks and trails with shaded walking and running paths.

Extensive safe trails and scenic routes along the Scioto River and in parks, popular with local running groups.

Several gyms with day passes and short-term memberships.

Many public hard courts in parks and recreation center, mostly first-come, first-served with some private clubs nearby.

No padel facilities in Dublin.

Several yoga studios with drop-in classes, varied styles, and English-speaking instructors.

Various dojos offer Taekwondo, Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing with English-speaking instructors.

Mad River Mountain ski resort is about an hour away, offering beginner to advanced runs with mostly artificial snow.

Kayaking and paddleboarding on Scioto River and nearby lakes with seasonal rentals and some guided tours.

No surfing opportunities near Dublin.

No diving or snorkeling nearby beyond limited freshwater sites.

Hospitals like OhioHealth Dublin Methodist have English-speaking staff. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are common and may offer drive-thru. Care quality is high.

Tap water is safe and meets all federal and state standards.

Many parks and playgrounds, family-friendly cafes, and attractions like Zoombezi Bay water park and Dublin Community Recreation Center.

Generally accepting with nearby Columbus offering more dedicated venues and events. Dublin reflects the area's progressive vibe.

Many pet-friendly parks, accommodations, and vet clinics. Dublin Dog Park is popular.