Sandyford Travel Guide
Dublin
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.
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. 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.
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.
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: 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 Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Top hotels in Sandyford
Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
Lovely, clean room, helpful staff throughout the hotel and good service in the bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great!!!! Wonderful stay in a wonderful hotel! Situated in the heart of Dublin. Staff is incredibly amazing! Spacious and luminous room, with all the amenities. Very comfy bed. High quality toiletries. Marshall radio in the room is a plus! Breakfast is excellent, the best we’ve ever had in a hotel ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Good
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Self check in was a bit of a pain but otherwise faultless
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
The rooms were very comfortable, the location was amazing (right in the heart of the city), and the staff was wonderful! They were able to answer all of our questions about routes, transportation, places to see, etc. We had a great time at the Celtic Nights dinner show downstairs at the same hotel. ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Location, staff, cleanliness were all first class and I would choose to stay here again. Another bonus was the airport coach and day trip coach stopped right outside.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandyford
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Guinness Storehouse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
