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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Sandyford
Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
Room was clean but very hot. I had to open both windows to get it to cool down as I couldn't turn off the heat. Room service was lovely, and delivered by a friendly staff member. Check in and out was all done online. Breakfast was tasty and varied. I didn't notice ice being available on any of the ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Room excellent & great italian restaurant on site
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Room was great and staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Nice staff, large clean room! Convenient location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandyford
Leopardstown
Travellers choose Leopardstown for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Central Park Station or Glencairn Station and check out top sights like Leopardstown Racecourse.
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 Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks 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 The Forty Foot or Dun Laoghaire Harbour 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 Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
