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!
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.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
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
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dublin: Generation Pub Crawl
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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
Point A Liberties
Room was clean, staff pleasant and helpful with our questions and good location.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Great location in Dublin. Comfortable room.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Maybe my favorite hotel in Dublin. Well put together!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
The Chancery Hotel
Staffs are helpful
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Clean & spacious room with modern amenitites.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Staff was efficient and helpful. Food was good. Location was perfect for getting to and from places we wanted to visit. Centrally located for restaurants and other venues of interest..MR
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
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.
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.
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 Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center 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 Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium.
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.
