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.
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.
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 Sandycove
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 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.
Dundrum
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Dundrum. Top attractions like Dundrum Town Centre and Marlay Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dundrum Station or Balally Station to see more of the city.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
