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.

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

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.

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.

Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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.
Things to do

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Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin

Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Top hotels in Clontarf

Clontarf Castle Hotel
Staff were super welcoming and helpful. They made sure our one night stay after our red eye flight extra comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean rooms, friendly staff and really close to the airport
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Amazing stay!! staff was amazing
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Only issue was the beer in the bar did not taste great. Two different beers purchased and both tasted wrotten
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Just a really nice place. Stay there a lot.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
All good
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf

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

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 Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.

Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.

City Centre Dublin
Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center 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.





