We started our last full day in Ireland by driving to Dublin, about 1 1/2 hrs from Kilkenny. We used the freeway, as we had very limited time. John was hesitant about going to Dublin, mainly because of the traffic in the city centre, but I really wanted to go if only for a flying visit, which it was!! We parked the car and walked to the Tourist Centre and then to the mall. Even though it was quite early (not many shops open or people about before 10am)there was a great atmosphere - there were buskers, and human statues, and a lovely flower stall, coffee shops, and the closer it got to midday more people. Unfortunately, we could only spend the morning there, as we needed to be in Rosslare tonight as we need to be at the ferry before 8.00am tomorrow. We are sad to be leaving Ireland, it is so lovely and the people have been so friendly. We took the back roads from Dublin to Rosslare, and came across a cycle road race, and were diverted by the Gauda (Police) which got us wonderfully lost, and we ended up in Hollywood !! Finally made it to Rosslare to the B&B, and headed off to the Pub for Dinner.