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: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

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

Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings

Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
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Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf

North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.

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

Drumcondra
Drumcondra is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Croke Park or Tolka Park.

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

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
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.