Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
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
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Giants Causeway & Belfast City Day Tour from Dublin (with Dunluce castle)
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Point A Liberties
Clean room, friendly staff and great location
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff were happy to help and polite. We had a good stay.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Courteous and helpful staff, spacious and comfortable room, clean, perfect location, close to St. Patrick's Cathedral and other places.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Chancery Hotel
Amazing breakfast, fabulous fresh choices.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Very friendly staff. I left an item behind and they have found it and will keep it until my net visit -- excellent.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Excellent location, friendly staff, everywhere was spotless and the bed was the best bed ive ever slept in! Would definately book again.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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 Grafton Street.
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 Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse 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 Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.
