Top things to do in Dublin
Attractions, tours, and activities in Dublin
Recommended museums in Dublin
Where to find art and culture in Dublin
Dublin: the city's best neighborhoods
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Ballsbridge
1.6 miles from downtown
With its grand Victorian houses and leafy avenues, this is the heart of well-heeled Dublin. This is where you’ll find many diplomatic outposts, including the landmark US Embassy, a striking circular building with echoes of Celtic design. For echoes of the sporting kind, just down the road you’ll find Lansdowne Road, the home of Irish rugby.
Places to stay from $56 a night
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Rathmines
1.8 miles from downtown
Dublin has a plethora of vibrant little village-style suburbs on the outskirts, with a splendid mix of redbrick Victorian and Edwardian mansions and terraces. The “Three Rs” – Rathmines, Rathgar and Ranelagh – are on the south side and rank among the best of them. The majestic Grand Canal flows through all three, less than 5km from the centre.
Places to stay from $58 a night
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Temple Bar
0.4 miles from downtown
In the days before the Celtic Tiger economy, penniless artists lived in Temple Bar. Now this web of narrow streets, bang in the city centre, is a mix of art galleries, restaurants, pubs and music venues. Handel’s Messiah was first performed here in 1742. Cow’s Lane has a Saturday fashion and design market – there’s a surprise round every corner …
Places to stay from $15 a night
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Drumcondra
1.1 miles from downtown
There’s a lot to see on these classic Dublin suburban streets – including the Gaelic games stadium, Croke Park, which towers over much of Drumcondra. Start at Fagan’s Pub, local haunt of former Taoiseach (Irish for “Prime Minister”), Bertie Ahern. It was here he brought US President, Bill Clinton, in September 1998. See the photo on the wall.
Places to stay from $47 a night
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Saint Stephen's Green
0.7 miles from downtown
If shopping is your bag, start from St Stephen’s Green – and make elegant and affable Shelbourne Hotel your campaign headquarters. Grafton Street has all the luxury boutiques your wallet can bear. Dawson Street adds restaurants. And believe it or not, the Irish parliament, Trinity College and the National Gallery are all in the same square mile.
Places to stay from $66 a night
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Parnell Square
0.3 miles from downtown
Cross the River Liffey to O’Connell Street, which runs all the way to Parnell Square. Here you’ll see monuments dedicated to two very different Dublins: the GPO, with its Greek-style porticos, is where Irish independence was won in 1916; while the 398-foot stainless steel Spire of Dublin was completed in 2003 as a salute to Ireland’s new prosperity.
Places to stay from $42 a night
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Clontarf
2.8 miles from downtown
The first thing Dubliners will tell you about Clontarf is that it’s where Ireland’s last High King, Brian Boru, trounced the Vikings in 1014. The second thing they’ll tell you is that the only battle today is for desirable homes – preferably with views of Dublin Bay. It’s also the perfect setting for a walk in St Anne’s Park or Fairview Park.
Places to stay from $117 a night
About Dublin
Including tips for the best time to visit Dublin
Dublin is rich in both culture and things to do, with over 1,000 pubs and countless must-see landmarks like the beautiful Old Library and Book of Kells at Trinity College. The best of the Irish capital can be easily explored on foot since the center is as compact as it is charming. A visit to the Guinness Storehouse offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the city's most famous exports, with an on-site bar offering panoramic views over of the city and plenty of pints of "the black stuff."
Down the charming cobbled streets are a variety of museums, monuments, and galleries like the National Museum of Ireland, Dublin City Gallery, and Dublin Castle. If you want to dive even deeper into the city's past, walking tours are available almost every day, and some are even free.
When evening comes, head to the lively area near Temple Bar, which is packed with traditional pubs and bars. It gets crowded at night, so if you're looking for a more subdued yet authentic Irish expereince, head over to Grafton Street.
Dublin Airport is located about 6 miles from the city center, with an express bus service running between the two every 15 minutes.
Tonight
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.07 |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | $198 per night |
| Average weekday price | $175 per night |
| Average stay | 1 night |
Points of interest in Dublin
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Dublin
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3Arena
1.3 miles from downtown
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Olympia Theatre
0.4 miles from downtown
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Grafton Street
0.6 miles from downtown
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Aviva Stadium
1.7 miles from downtown
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Dublin Ferry Port
2.2 miles from downtown
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Guinness Storehouse
1.2 miles from downtown
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Royal Hospital Kilmainham
1.7 miles from downtown
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Grand Canal
1.2 miles from downtown
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Croke Park Stadium
0.9 miles from downtown
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Kilmainham Gaol
2.1 miles from downtown
Dublin reviews
What other travelers say about Dublin
Dublin might not seem as likeable or picturesque as other...
April 23, 2024
Dublin might not seem as likeable or picturesque as other European cities, but has its own undeniable charm that lingers in your memory long after you leave it. Public transport is not the best, we struggled a bit with the system and witht the TFI app, but generally ok. Public toilets are hard to find (if there are any). The city centre is beautifully walkable.
Great City with good transportation services.
April 23, 2024
Great City with good transportation services. Can't find a better people to interact with. Just "luvely" all around. Many historic sites to visit and great entertainment location. Ireland is grand.
Dublin is absolutely AMAZING it has so much to do an see...
April 23, 2024
Dublin is absolutely AMAZING it has so much to do an see there in the city and if you´re up for it, you can take a day tour to other cities in Ireland and have a change of scenery. Overall Ireland is a 10/10
It's was my first time staying at this hostel and was...
April 22, 2024
It's was my first time staying at this hostel and was very close to everything what need to do in Dublin and shopping to and as wheelchair users it's was very good for me to not travel far everything was just right there and luas train to just walk out hostel and right there i really enjoy myself to and the hostel as well I be back again in Dublin Thank you clink lar Dublin and staff where brilliant very helpful to why need help . The welcome me to there hostel as wheelchair users as had brilliant 2 data in Dublin April 17th to April 19th 2024
It is a friendly city and I felt safe travelling around.
April 20, 2024
It is a friendly city and I felt safe travelling around. Everyone was very helpful and pleasant. The Book of Kells exhibition at Trinity College was excellent and the Jameson's Whiskey Distillery is not to be missed. Everything is within easy walking distance.
Beautiful City however O Connell Bridge not too pleasant...
April 20, 2024
Beautiful City however O Connell Bridge not too pleasant after 7pmish??? Vintage Afternoon Tea Tour Bus a lovely experience. Grafton Street shopping lovely and St Stephens Green is a beautiful place to visit . Everyone we met were friendly and helpful . Not been to Dublin for some years and would definatley go back as so much to see and do. Arlington Hotel , Batchelors Walk provides great location, staff and food so lovely and the entertainment is fantastic ,especially the The Celtic Nights evening ...singers , dancers and food provide a lovely Irish welcoming evening . Thank you Arlington Staff
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