Dublin Southside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dublin Southside
Where to stay in Dublin Southside
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.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aviva Stadium and Iveagh Gardens.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Iveagh Gardens and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Great service and location"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Great location in central Dublin. Easy access to public transportation, restaurants, and attractions. Helpful, friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Clean room. Easy access to Busker’s bar and live music."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
"Our room was nice,we were a little disappointed that there were no dressers for our clothes,other then that all the other facilities were excellent. Our breakfast was great, with a wide selection to choose from. I would recommend The Clayton to anyone going to Dublin."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Binary Hub
"I found communication a bit slow and posted information on reception desk hours contradictory. I worked out--reception desk was open past 5pm for my 7:15 arrival but I was stressed the whole way from the airport and St George's Quay on foot that I would not make it. I tried to call but using the ..."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Broc House Suites
"I loved my stay. Although in the suburbs the buses run frequently from the end of the road so you're into the city centre in no time. My accommodation was perfect. Roomy, clean, all amenities needed for a comfortable stay. A small supermarket was 5 minutes away at the end of the road along with a ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Niche Living Rathmines
"Fantastic"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
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.
Dublin Castle
Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
