Ballymun Travel Guide
Dublin
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.
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.
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.
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
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ballymun
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
"Enjoyed our stay! Staff were incredibly helpful"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Only spent one night between flights. Very comfortable, may want to taxi there instead of waiting for shuttle."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Great property and really impressed with size of rooms, the windows and balcony were fantastic."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Overall great experience, right from check in to checkout. Very friendly staff, good, spacious rooms. Had drinks at the bar one night and they made customized drinks for us. I would highly recommend this place to anyone."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"The exterior of the building and hotel lobby are beautiful, but disappointing decor otherwise. The decor on floors leading to rooms is very disappointing as well room itself. View was a brick wall. Not what we expected of this caliber of a hotel. Breakfast had a good selection and friendly ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Staff went above and beyond when I needed some help. Rooms on the small side and there is a bar downstairs that plays loud music. But I was able to sleep. Great location in the heart of Dublin"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballymun
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Croke Park or Tolka Park.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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 Dublin Port and Henry Street Shopping District are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around 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.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
