Phibsborough Travel Guide
Dublin
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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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
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.
Things to do
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
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)
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Top hotels in Phibsborough
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Beautifully clean. Staff courteous and helpful. Central location, modern interior.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Easy quick check in. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Breakfast excellent. Staff excellent,especially reception staff ie Yaria . Brilliant with helping me navigate the internet. comfort excellent. I return here multiple times a year , nowhere better. Maybe the bar prices are too high, which leads us to go elsewhere.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Our front desk check in person was very pleasant, and we were able to check in to our room a little early which was so helpful that day.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Really convenient location to access the airport, made easier by the free shuttle bus. Would definitely recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Phibsborough
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
