Phibsborough Travel Guide
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
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.
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
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Giants Causeway & Belfast City Day Tour from Dublin (with Dunluce castle)
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Top hotels in Phibsborough
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Great service all round
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
I loved staying here so much! Everyone was so nice and welcoming! Thiago makes the best lattes and gave great advice about places to visit nearby the hotel. I only have off 1 star on amenities because there is no hotel parking only street or lot parking.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
We did not have breakfast at the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
This was a short term layover. We never ate at the hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Staff very engaging, the room was lovely and large. Great selection of toiletries available in the room. The hotel was very clean. We had breakfast included which was buffet style great variety and kept refeshed. My only criticism was the quality of the toliet paper
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
This is a very busy area. It’s very loud outside. We have three windows in our room and everyone had a hard time sleeping. Lots of dump trucks going by in the middle of the night. Walls are very thin could hear someone snoring either above or below or next us. Also picked a great time to go when ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phibsborough
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Croke Park or Tolka Park.
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.
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.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
