Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Grand Canal Dock
Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
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.
Things to do
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Top hotels in Grand Canal Dock
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Room was nice and big, very clean. Easy check in and out experience. Staff were friendly!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
Everything was good and nothing bad to report
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Leinster
Beautiful boutique hotel with a lovely upscale bar serving an interesting menu of cocktails and small plate options.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
We loved everything about this place — the welcoming staff, beautifully designed lobby with plenty of seating to relax after a long day, and well-appointed, soundproof rooms where we slept wonderfully. The location is also fantastic, within easy walking distance of top attractions like the Jameson ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Having my flight leaving at 7.00am meant that breakfast was out of the question.This being my approx.10th stay,good as always.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
I had a very pleasant stay at the Marlin Hotel! Loved the convenient location with easy access to Grafton Street, St. Stephen's Green and many other attractions. Lots of good options for food and coffee within a few blocks of the hotel, plus an easy walk to Temple Bar for even more pubs and restaurants. ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
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 Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, 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 Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
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 Croke Park and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
