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.
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.
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
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
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
wonderfull hotel ever
Reviewed on 14 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
Excellent place, better location
Reviewed on 22 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 Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
