Dublin Southside
Travel Guide
Visit Dublin Southside
Where to stay in Dublin Southside
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.
Ballsbridge
Ballsbridge is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Dublin.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Grand Canal Dock
While visiting Grand Canal Dock, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Everything was efficient and breakfast was good. Location in the city centre was phenomenal
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Had a great stay, clean and perfect location!
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
Breakfast was very good and service was excellent no complaints and not rushed by anyone.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
No breakfast unless you make it yourself in your kitchen in your room, beds were great. Bathroom very small but clean. Laundry available is used by staff as well so hard to get at.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street
Great location. Staff members were very nice. They allowed us to check in a couple hours early, and we were very lucky to get a free upgrade to a two bedroom unit without asking. The rooms were clean and spacious. The unit was equipped with a washer/drier. We only spent one night there and didn’t ...
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Broc House Suites
Parking onsite was great. Lift was broken, which was unfortunate, but helped get our steps in. Location is pretty far from city center, need to taxi in. Penthouse beds were not King size as stated on website (unless the US has their own version of King size beds, they were probably a Queen). Well ...
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Dublin Castle
On Dame Street, south of the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin, stands the mighty architectural achievement that is Dublin Castle, parts of which date back to 1200. Over the centuries Dublin Castle has been a fortress and treasury, a royal palace and a prison. Prior to Irish independence in the 1920s, it was also the centre of British rule in Ireland. Today, Dublin Castle is a government building and significant historic emblem.
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
