Citywest 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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Giants Causeway & Belfast City Day Tour from Dublin (with Dunluce castle)
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Top hotels in Citywest
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean room. Got me in early. Had a few beers at the bar in the evening. Service was wonderful. Easy airport access.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
We were very happy with everything in the hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Lovely few nights stay, only criticism would be low pressure in shower
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great modern hotel. Room was very clean and felt brand new. Good layout with everything you need and good location to walk anywhere in Dublin.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great hotel in city centre location. Definitely recommend
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Maldron Hotel Parnell Square Dublin City
Staff welcoming and friendly. Very accomodating. Room clean and bed comfy. Breakfast was great, lots of variety.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Citywest
Clondalkin
Travellers come to Clondalkin for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Clondalkin Leisure Centre and Corkagh Park while you're in town.
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
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.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
