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.
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!
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.
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.
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Great hotel, lovely food in the hotel bar
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Really liked staying there
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Point A Liberties
Very clean, modern and cozy. Excellent staff. Would recommend
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Great location, comfy room with a view of St. Patricks Cathedral from our bedroom window
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Nice hotel. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was not included so we did not eat there. Clean hotel. They held our luggage while we explored the city.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Chancery Hotel
Great spa room is amazing gym was okay but very small could do with more weight equipment less cardio
Reviewed on 5 Dec 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
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Bank of Ireland or Dame Street while you're exploring the area.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
