Rathgar Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Rathgar
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Top hotels in Rathgar
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Shuttle service to and from airport was quick and easy. Hotel was comfortable and clean. Breakfast in the morning was delightful. Thanks"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Room was ok but broken tiles in the bathroom, somewhat dangerous."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Ruby Molly is a fun hotel to stay at if you are in Dublin. The hotel is very modern, clean, well maintained and the staff are very friendly. I would highly recommend the Ruby Molly for anyone that is looking for somewhere to stay in Dublin. The location is great and is walking distance from anywhere ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Hotel was clean and staff were friendly. Location was great. In walking distance of most pubs, restaurants, and activities. I liked that they monitored who came in the hotel after 9 or 10 at night. It made us feel safer. Breakfast was also great. Finding the parking garage was a bit tricky but glad ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"Very good stay"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Smelled weird. The AC in the room would not stay on during the night. We were told it was Irish Law to turn if after 11pm but they could turn it in for us if we requested. There is no such law. We did request that it be turned on but it turned off every 1.5 hours and would get extremely hot, I had ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Rathgar
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 O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop 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.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay 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 Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
