Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin was built in the 13th Century to honour St. Patrick, who is, of course, the patron saint of Ireland. It is the main cathedral of the Church of Ireland, the Anglican communion.
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!
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.
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Take a trip to the outskirts of Dublin for a detailed account of this chilling prison’s political and penal past.
Things to do
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
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 Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Lovely hotel, great location with secure parking.. paid for delux double but was very small for the word deluxe to be put in the title. Staff were lovely, bar staff could do with some training as they didn’t know what a hot whiskey was & informed us that they had no cash for change so bring your ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Good location, clean, friendly staff, especially Victor who was very helpful in local knowledge, taxis , etc. He represented the hotel very well. You can walk to most attractions in Dublin from this hotel . Good bar with very good breakfast .
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Great location. New and clean. 24 hour bar and dining. Breakfast (not included in room rate) is good quality.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Breakfast was fresh, room air was great. Everything was clean. The hotel was quiet which was great and the workout room was wonderful. Loved my stay and I will be staying here if I am ever back in Dublin. Thank you
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Always great. Love that they always try to get me a Church facing room!!thank you!
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Point A Liberties
Good
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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.
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 Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
City Centre Dublin
Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street 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 Iveagh Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
