Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
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.
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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 Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Breakfast was your typical Continental English breakfast buffet. Just wish they had scones.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Chancery Hotel
A wonderful hotel and a highly recommended stay. 10*
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Great staff, location, room, and bar. We’ll stay again!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Point A Dublin The Liberties
I did not have breakfast atvthe hotel
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Only stayed one night but great location and easy parking.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
The staff is so nice and amazing. Even when I was stumbling into the hotel room at 6am after being out all night they greeted me and chuckled. This place is super nice and the lights are cool. My only complaint is that the rooms ARE SO SMALL. Which would be fine if the price per night was cheaper. ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station 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.
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.
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 Grafton Street and Croke Park are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick 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 Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.
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.
