DUBLINIRELAND

Pickpocketing and bag snatching are the most prevalent threat, particularly in Temple Bar, busy bus stops, and Grafton Street. Fake tour guides approach tourists near Trinity College and the Guinness Storehouse selling counterfeit tickets. Taxi scams include drivers taking longer routes or not using the meter, most often at the airport and near train stations. ATM skimming devices have been found at less-monitored cash machines, so use bank ATMs inside branches. Fake charity collectors operate near ATMs and transport hubs using pressure tactics. 'Free gift' approaches from strangers often lead to demands for payment. Always book accommodation through reputable platforms to avoid rental scams.