Smotscourt Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Smotscourt
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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Things to do
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 Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Top hotels in Smotscourt
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great restaurant near by, did not use the parking
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Extremely comfortable bed and pillows room very spacious
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great location, great staff, wonderful L’Occitane shampoos 😅
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Excellent location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Riu hotel exceeded expectations! Staff was friendly and efficient. Hotel was beautiful and in a nice location. You can most definitely expect the 4-5 star quality here. I stayed in a family deluxe king room with my partner and it was perfect! Spacious. The room was very clean and had the necessities ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Great staff especially Markho and Martin (sorry about spelling), fantastic location, comfortable beds. Wish there was a small fridge and easier to see the mirror to dry our hair lol.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smotscourt
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.
Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Guinness Storehouse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
