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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Dublin?
Yes, tap water in Dublin is safe to drink and is regulated by the EPA under EU drinking water standards.
Hardness
Soft to moderate
Country
Ireland
Rating
Safe
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) supplies Dublin primarily from the River Liffey and the Vartry Reservoir, treated to EU Drinking Water Directive standards.
Contaminants & Concerns
No significant health concerns.
Tips
- •Dublin's tap water is soft and pleasant tasting
- •No need to buy bottled water in the city
- •Pubs and restaurants will serve tap water on request
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
- •CDC Travelers' Health destination pages
- •The municipal water utility's published quality data