Ballsbridge Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Ballsbridge
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Ballsbridge
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
Clean room with lovely king-sized bed. This is a huge hotel, so expect long corridors! The bar had a good menu for lunch and dinner, though a little pricey.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Herbert Park Hotel
Great upmarket clean hotel. Friendly and professional staff.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Mespil Hotel
Clean, friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin, and I can confidently say it was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was struck by the hotel’s effortlessly cool atmosphere. The design blends modern style with warm, ...
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
Other neighbourhoods around Ballsbridge
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
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.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
