Rathfarnham Travel Guide
Dublin
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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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
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.
Top hotels in Rathfarnham
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Everything was great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Great size of rooms, comfy beds and pillows. Very clean. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Great breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Walking distance to the air port, clean amenities, food wasn’t all that good, and service wasn’t all that fast, but overall I’d give my stay 4 stars. Some desk staff were very helpful while a couple others came off a bit rude.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
In general it’s great only the bed is too close to the walls that it’s hard to get out of bed.. Staff were excellent, amenities are good, quiet place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Parnell Square Dublin City
Clean room, nice staff.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Mercantile Hotel
A delight of a hotel. Lovely staff, who are friendly and attentive, which creates a great atmosphere. Beautifully renovated hotel with quirky features that make you smile. Lovely room - snug but with everything you need. David, the manager, does an exceptional job of welcoming guests and is very ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham
Dundrum
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Dundrum. Top attractions like Dundrum Town Centre and Marlay Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dundrum Station or Balally Station to see more of the city.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Guinness Storehouse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
