Ballymun
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
Things to do
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Ballymun Hotel Deals
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
Very clean and friendly staff. Amenities are quite new and modern. Free shuttle bus to the airport.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Room and staff wereoutstading
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Room was great, staff friendly, and the vibe was chill. No issues whatsoever.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
At all times.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
yes
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
My stay was wonderful! The front desk staff were always very professional, helpful and kind, and Lupita, the breakfast chef always made the best omelets.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Ballymun
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Croke Park and Tolka Park while in the area.
City Centre Dublin
Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street are a few top attractions in City Centre Dublin. Hop around the city on the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and great live music.
Smithfield
Well-liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
Temple Bar
Dublin's cultural hub boasts institutions like the Irish Film Institute and Temple Bar Gallery, while offering vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs, pubs, and restaurants. Explore Meetinghouse Square and Temple Bar Square during your stay.
North Wall
If you're spending time in North Wall, check out sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena and hop on the metro to see more the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Dublin 8
Historic postal district, Dublin 8 boasts hipster cafes, cocktail bars, and family-friendly restaurants amidst notable buildings like Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
