Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide
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 with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Top hotels in Grand Canal Dock
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Yes the room was spotless and staff very helpful
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
Good location, safe parking, lovely and clean modern room and bathroom, comfortable beds. Hotel clean, breakfast good and staff all pleasant and helpful. Recommend
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World
Great spa, lovely room and bathroom. Room service was decent.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Leinster
One of the most beautiful and fun stays I’ve had in a long time
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean spacious room. Hotel very active - good bar and restaurant. coffee shop in the lobby and gym. doesn't feel like you're 'wasting' a night at an airport hotel. hotel shuttle to airport very easy. absolutely the way to go!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Check in was poor. Place is clean and modern
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
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.
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.
