Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is situated at St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. The giant storehouse covers seven floors and is a popular point of interest for tourists - since it opened in 2000, it has received over four million visitors.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
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
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Nice sized room; excellent service from front desk staff; very good breakfast; not the most comfortable beds; pretty convenient location. Needed to request fresh towels every day because there was only one hook to hang and dry the four bathroom towels on. Would consider staying there again.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Nice big rooms clean, comfy bed, good shower, friendly staff. Good location too
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Lovely hotel with friendly staff, the room was really cool with a nice view.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
The room was great and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The dinner they provided for Christmas was really good.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Room was great, staff very helpful hotel was quite at night, food was good.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Yes breakfast was ok if not a bit tight on amount
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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 Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
