Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.
Grand Canal
Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}
Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant 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.
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.
Things to do
Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin
Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour
Cliffs of Moher Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren and Galway City day tour
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Top hotels in Grand Canal Dock
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Enjoyed my stay here. I have no complaints. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
Good location friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Leinster
We were not able to order a second drink at the Collin’s bar, due to a private party, without any forewarning, or signs. Shower did not drain very well.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Close to airport. Modern hotel with everything we needed
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
This was an amazing hotel and great service. Very clean
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Staff are very helpful. It is located beside a well known pub that is exclusive and it is walkable to a lot of restaurants. It is in the old market area of Dublin. We will stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
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.
