Dublin 8 Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Guinness Storehouse

4.5/5(561 reviews)

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

Guinness Storehouse
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St. Patrick's Cathedral

4/5(330 reviews)

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.

St. Patrick's Cathedral
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Dublin Zoo

4.5/5(111 reviews)

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.

Dublin Zoo
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Christ Church Cathedral

4/5(311 reviews)

Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.

Christ Church Cathedral
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Phoenix Park

4.5/5(161 reviews)

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!

Phoenix Park
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Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Take a trip to the outskirts of Dublin for a detailed account of this chilling prison’s political and penal past.

Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum

Top hotels in Dublin 8

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
4 out of 5
Kevin Street Upper, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ₹11,463 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹11,463
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice hotel with pleasant staff who were really helpful. Room was modern and clean. All round a lovely stay"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Ashling Hotel Dublin
4 out of 5
10-13 Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, Dublin, Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹15,881 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹15,881
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"We loved the food at both the restaurants & the staff were very helpful with local attraction and public transportation information. The room was very quiet. The hotel is a 3 minute walk to the Heuston train station and a 15 minute walk to the zoo. Very safe area of Dublin. Thank you for a wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Ashling Hotel Dublin
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
4 out of 5
Christchurch Place, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ₹13,647 per night from 23 May to 24 May
₹13,647
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,081 reviews)
"The staff at the front desk were very helpful. We got stuck in the elevator for a few minutes on the second day. One elevator was out of use after that. They need someone to clean up the front entrance. Cigarette butts over flowing on both sides falling out of the butt container. The French guy behind ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
3.5 out of 5
135 FRANCIS STREET, Dublin 8, Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹13,144 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹13,144
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
"Good location. Rooms were large and relatively quiet. Breakfast was decent and convenient. Front door to hotel was inoperable multiple times."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
The Chancery Hotel
The Chancery Hotel
4 out of 5
21 Ship Street Great, Dublin
The price is ₹15,802 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹15,802
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"This is a brand new hotel in a newly developed block imediately adjacent to Dublin Castle. Fully modern with all of the amenities one would expect for a hotel in its price range, including air conditioning. There are plenty of dining options in the area, and an excellent on site restaraunt and bar. ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

The Chancery Hotel
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
4 out of 5
Golden Ln and Chancery Ln, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ₹17,557 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹17,557
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dublin. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location in Dublin and the staff was kind, attentive and professional. I would love to stay here again on my next trip into town!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8

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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 St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.

Smithfield
Guinness Storehouse which includes interior views and drinks or beverages

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.

The Liberties
Old Jameson Distillery showing interior views, a bar and heritage elements

City Centre Dublin

4.5/5(2,709 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Portobello

Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse.

Portobello
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Temple Bar

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

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.

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Rathmines

Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.

Rathmines

Dublin 8 Travel Guide