Grand Canal Dock
Dublin





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Popular places to visit

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
At the heart of the bustling Dublin theatre scene you will find the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Officially the largest theatre in Ireland, its opening in 2010 heralded a new era for theatre – not just in Dublin, but across Ireland. For the first time, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre allowed exceptional quality local and international theatrical productions to come to Ireland.

Grand Canal
Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}

Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin when you spend time at Grand Canal Square. Check out the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour

Cliffs of Moher Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren and Galway City day tour

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin

Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Top hotels in Grand Canal Dock

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Lovely hotel and very helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
It was a great stay overall
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

The Leinster
Clean and nice room. Loved the location and the bar on the 1st floor! We had brunch and a drink at the restaurant on the top floor. It was an enjoyable stay and easy to navigate in Dublin.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Breakfast was really good, lots of options on the buffet. Everything was really tasty
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Good , safe location. Close to museums and shopping, active night life. The rooms were small but well thought out, Quiet in rooms. Short walk to buss stops, including air coach
Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
We are so glad we stayed at Ruby Molly. The room was very clean. Delicious breakfast. Excellent staff and very friendly and helpful. Very central location offering shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock

Dublin Docklands
If you're spending some time in Dublin Docklands, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.

Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.

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.

Ballsbridge
Ballsbridge is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Dublin.

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.

City Centre Dublin
Croke Park and Abbey Street 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.
