Ballymun
Dublin

Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

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.

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.
Things to do

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Top hotels in Ballymun

The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
Airport shuttle and Restaurant excellent
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
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Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
great room lovely atmosphere
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
The location, quality and price offered by this hotel is exceptional
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
This was a short term layover. We never ate at the hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Lovely hotel - lovely buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballymun

Drumcondra
Drumcondra is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Croke Park and Tolka Park while in the area.

Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.

City Centre Dublin
Croke Park and Guinness Storehouse are a few top attractions in City Centre Dublin. Hop around the city on the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and great live music.

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.

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.

North Wall
If you're spending time in North Wall, check out sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena and hop on the metro to see more the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
