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1. Guinness Storehouse

St. James’s Gate Brewery has been home to Guinness since 1759. The impressive building, formerly the Guinness fermentation plant, has been remodelled into the shape of a giant pint of the “black stuff”.
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Guinness Storehouse which includes interior views and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

2. Trinity College

Ireland's most prestigious university was founded by Elizabeth I in 1592 in the hope of offering Dublin’s sons a reason to pursue their studies at home, away from the infectious threat of popery on the continent.
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Trinity College showing heritage architecture and a park

3. St. Stephen's Green

Follow the signs to “Faiche Stiabhna”, as the Irish call St. Stephen’s Green, for an inner-city oasis. Admire the Victorian buildings, play soccer, throw a frisbee, watch people, jog, feed the ducks, doze or have a picnic in this popular Dublin park. You could also bring a novel written by one of Dublin’s great authors and read it at the very spot where they found their inspiration!
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St. Stephen\'s Green featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

4. Aviva Stadium

Aviva Stadium is the national sports arena, where Ireland plays international rugby and soccer games. The structure has a futuristic design and stands in a picturesque area of fields and a canal. Experience the rhapsody and songs of the nation’s passionate fans in this stadium of 51,700 seats.
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5. Grafton Street

Among the most exclusive spots in European retail, Grafton Street is a boulevard full of upscale boutiques and restaurants. It is one of the two main commercial parts of Dublin and has an international array of big names. Yet the street retains its local charm with well-known street performers and traditional pubs. Bring cash and credit cards for a trip through the street’s upscale boutiques.
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Grafton Street featuring music, street scenes and a city

6. O'Connell Street

O’Connell Street is among Dublin’s busiest and recognizable parts. It consists of a wide boulevard divided by spaces for trees and works of art. Admire the many historic buildings and peruse the upscale boutiques that line this busy street.
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View From O'Connell Bridge in Dublin, Ireland

7. Croke Park

A World-Famous StadiumCroke Park certainly is impressive, however. It’s Ireland’s largest stadium, and with the capacity to seat 82,000 sporting fans, it is the fourth largest in Europe. During matches the noise and chants from the crowd can be heard all over the city of Dublin.
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8. Dublin Castle

The 18th-century Dublin Castle is among the city’s most iconic sites. A small park with pretty floral displays lies behind the castle, which replaced a 13th-century Viking military fortress. Learn its fascinating history as the seat of British and Irish governments over the centuries.
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Dublin Castle which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

9. Malahide Castle

Malahide Castle itself has been in the Talbot family for over 800 years. An exhibition on the ground floor takes visitors on an interactive journey through the history of both the family and the castle itself. Malahide Castle’s landscaped gardens are another of its key features. Over 5,000 different species of plant grow here, making this one of the most varied and luxurious botanical gardens on offer in the Replublic of Ireland.
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Malahide Castle showing a castle and heritage architecture

What to do in Dardistown

Popular places to visit

Guinness Storehouse

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.

Guinness Storehouse
Trinity College

Trinity College

Trinity College offers a welcome haven from the hustle and bustle of Dublin and it is one ivory tower you’d be happy to be trapped in for a long time.

Trinity College
St. Stephen's Green

St. Stephen's Green

Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.

St. Stephen's Green
Dublin Port

Dublin Port

Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Dublin Port
Aviva Stadium

Aviva Stadium

Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.

Aviva Stadium
Grafton Street

Grafton Street

Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.

Grafton Street
O'Connell Street

O'Connell Street

Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.

O'Connell Street
Croke Park

Croke Park

Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.

Croke Park
Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle

Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.

Dublin Castle
Dublin

Dublin

Photo by Michael Schuier

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dardistown worth visiting?
Whether you plan to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are many things to do in Dardistown.
How do I spend a day in Dardistown?
Once you've visited leading attractions like Morton Stadium, spend some time enjoying the retail and dining scene in Dardistown.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dardistown?
Spend a day at Swords Open Golf Course and experience why it's rated as the top tourist attraction near Dardistown.
Is three days enough to stay in Dardistown?
You'll have plenty of time to visit Morton Stadium, Swords Open Golf Course and other major attractions in the area when you book a three-day trip to Dardistown.
Is Dardistown a walkable neighbourhood?
Exploring Dardistown on foot is easy, with top attractions like Morton Stadium and Swords Open Golf Course both within walking distance. Well-known neighbourhoods like Clonshaugh and Turnapin Great are also located only 2 kilometres and 0.97 kilometres from the centre of Dardistown, so you can keep your adventure going — no car needed.
What are some activities to do in Dardistown with kids?
Planning what to do in Dardistown with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with toddlers or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly sights to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Dardistown for adults?
From local cuisine and cultural gems to outdoor activities and unique experiences, there's no shortage of great things to do in Dardistown for adults.
Are there free things to do in Dardistown?
You won't have to look far to find free things to do in Dardistown. Simply ask a local tour guide and they'll share tips for places and attractions you can visit without spending a cent. An excellent free option to explore is Omni Park Shopping Centre.