Sandycove Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
James Joyce Tower
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at James Joyce Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
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 Sandycove
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
The breakfast was not up to standard. There was no bacon, fried or scrambled eggs.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Very clean room, kind of smelled like cigarettes.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Easy check-in and check out process. Room was very cozy!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Reception was extremely accommodating! I left a suitcase behind on accident and they helped me to coordinate a courier service for sending it home. The breakfast was delicious as well. The Celtic Nights is a must-see. It was a major plus to be able to just go upstairs to the hotel after the event ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Superb hotel in a great location to explore Dublin.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
The staff was very nice but there were flies in the room and the carpet smelled like mold. I’m not sure how it got a 4 star but it was more like a 2 star hotel. The towels looked unclean. The sound barrier to the outside street was probably the worst I have experienced. I could literally hear people ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandycove
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
