City Centre Dublin Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit City Centre Dublin
Popular places to visit
St. Stephen's Green
After visiting St. Stephen's Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Trinity College
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to Trinity College, a top university in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Guinness Storehouse
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Guinness Storehouse during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Grafton Street
During your trip to Dublin, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Grafton Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
Dublin Castle
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Dublin Castle. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
O'Connell Street
During your trip to Dublin, you can do some window-shopping at O'Connell Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Top hotels in City Centre Dublin
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Loved the location, excellent to be able to wander around the city and be back at your room in no time at all without having to hop into a taxi to get back to your hotel. Staff were super friendly and attentive, the only minor complaint would be the layout of the room and the tiny window with a view ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Would have liked breakfast included when travelling on a timeline. A bit of a walk to find breakfast. Friendly helpful staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Breakfast was basic English. Pastries need improvement. Bacon excellent and remaining items good. Not extensive ie no egg station."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Bath tub step over is high and the tub can be slippery. Great location as your in temple bar and close to most restaurants and pubs"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Clink i Lár
"This was a great hostel. Close to everything, clean, friendly staff... the 4 bunk room with the private bath was perfect for us. Loved the fact the toilet and shower are different rooms, but each has a sink."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
"Great location! Staff are good. Parking was easy and convenient."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Dublin
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.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street 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.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aviva Stadium and Iveagh Gardens.
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.
