Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Dublin
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.
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!
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.
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.
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Bed was very comfortable and the room size was perfect. When I came to the room it was super cold but manage to get it warmer. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t good. But other than that good location , little on side from all the hassle but I liked it and I love to walk alot so it didn’t bother ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Great staff Great location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Great location and extremely friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Clean room, great staff
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Dublin Cc The Liberties
Amazing friendly staff, great facilities and super service xxx
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Chancery Hotel
What a lovely stay. We arrived early and asked to drop our bags and were told that a room might be ready and were let straight in. The room was gorgeous, modern, clean and very restful. Wellness facilities include jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, small area with everything you need for a relax with a ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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 Dublin Port 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 Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
