Haroldʼs Cross
Dublin
Visit Haroldʼs Cross
Popular places to visit
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Haroldʼs Cross Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Good option for dining and good shuttle service"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Very friendly staff and clean facilities. I wish they add scrambled eggs to their continental breakfast."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Great service and location"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Clean and spacious rooms. Staff very helpful and friendly. Good range of breakfast"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Clink i Lár
"Great location. Friendly and attentive staff. Perfect for a solo traveler for a few nights in Dublin"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Great location in central Dublin. Easy access to public transportation, restaurants, and attractions. Helpful, friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Clean room. Easy access to Busker’s bar and live music."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Haroldʼs Cross
Warrenmount
While Warrenmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.
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 Swan Shopping Centre or Cathal Brugha Barracks.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Aviva Stadium and Iveagh Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Iveagh Gardens and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
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.
