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.
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.
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
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
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Staff friendly, room was nice, location was good
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Lovely hotel, great staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
I love the Citizen M brand - and try to stay thrrr whenever possible. The newly opened location in Dublin didn’t disappoint! The standard citizen M room layout with its amazingly comfortable king sized bed was very quiet (didn’t hear my neighbours at all). The hotel is well located within walking ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Point A Liberties
The room exceeded my expectation, looking forward in staying with them on my next visit. Staff will top notch.
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
The Chancery Hotel
such a gem. was taken care of, almost didn't want to leave.
Reviewed on 23 Dec, 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 13 Dec, 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
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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 Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Bank of Ireland or Dame Street while you're exploring the area.
