Clontarf
Dublin
Popular places to visit

Clontarf Castle
Head to the centre of Dublin for a hint of the town’s historic past at the picturesque Clontarf Castle. Built in the 1830s, this stoic Georgian country house stands on the site of a much older building. In fact, the history of the area dates all the way back to the 11th Century, when the original medieval Clontarf Castle stood here.

Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.

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
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
Things to do

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop

Dark Dublin: Torture, Murder & Mystery

Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour

Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)

From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer

Dublin: St Patrick's, Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf

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.

Dublin Docklands
If you're spending some time in Dublin Docklands, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Whitehall
While there might not be top attractions in Whitehall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Omni Park Shopping Centre and Fairview Park.

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.

Grand Canal Dock
While visiting Grand Canal Dock, you might make a stop by sights like Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

City Centre Dublin
St. Stephen's Green 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.