Ballymun
Dublin
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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
Ballymun Hotel Deals
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
"Enjoyed our stay! Staff were incredibly helpful"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Great location. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"The entire staff was fantastic eventhough they put up with our drunkness. Thanks team!"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"We are a couple in our early 60's who stayed for 4 nights at the Marlin Dublin. We found this hotel to be in a very good location. The walk to many of our chosen destinations was about 10-20 minutes. It was also about a 5 minute walk to Stephen Green tram station. We appreciated that we could store ..."
Reviewed on May 25, 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
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Had to park 20 minutes away after driving around for two hours looking for parking. Their parking deck was closed and two alternate decks were they recommended were full. Called hotel to send a cab to parking deck only to be told that you had to ring a bell at their parking garage and someone would ..."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
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.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
City Centre Dublin
Dublin Port and Henry Street Shopping District 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 Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
