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.
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Dublin 8 Hotel Deals
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
The hotel was very hip, cool, great location and ideal to walk the city! The lounge area was fabulous and staff were incredible!
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Point A Liberties
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Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
We stayed at this hotel for four nights and had a great experience. The staff was attentive and responsive to all our needs. Our room was spacious, very clean, and well maintained. The bed was comfortable, and the towels were large and soft, small details that made a big difference. The location ...
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
The Chancery Hotel
Room was great and hi-tech. Hotel location was excellent.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Great location, lovely room, wonderfully kind employees and food was fantastic!!
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
The breakfast menu is up there with the very best ive ever seen in any hotel. Literally everything is available, hot food, cereals, pastries, fruit, yoghurts, drinks etc. i cant praise the breakfast enough
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Dublin 8
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.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
City Centre Dublin
Croke Park and Guinness Storehouse 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.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Rathmines
Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks or Swan Shopping Centre.
