Visit Portobello
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin
Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin
Cliffs of Moher Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren and Galway City day tour
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin: Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges and Belfast tour
Top hotels in Portobello
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
The room was absolutely massive we got the kings room and the hotel was absolutely beautiful I would totally recommend this hotel to anyone that’s thinking about Dublin it was my girlfriends 30th birthday and I messaged them to decorate the room and when I got there they had exactly done what I asked ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Keavans Port
Nice firm bed and friendly staff. Difficulty getting to room, winding through hotel to get to elevator and then more winding to get to room. Great location, near restaurants and pubs as well as shopping and sights. In house pub fun for young people.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Room excellent & great italian restaurant on site
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Room was great and staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
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.
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.
