Popular places to visit

James Joyce Tower
Find out about the history of Dalkey with a stop at James Joyce Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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

Dublin: St Patrick's, Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle Tour

Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour

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

Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings

From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandycove

Dun Laoghaire
The ample dining options and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.

Stillorgan
The abundant dining options and colorful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.

Ballsbridge
Ballsbridge is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Aviva Stadium and Herbert Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Dublin.

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

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

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