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.
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.
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!
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
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.
Things to do
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Food on Food: Dublin Street Food Tour with local guide
Saint Patrick's Cathedral Dublin Entry Ticket
Dublin: St Patrick's, Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle Tour
1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour
St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
The Chancery Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Reviewed on Jul 24, 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.
City Centre Dublin
St. Stephen's Green and Croke Park 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.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Rathmines
Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks or Swan Shopping Centre.