Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
Explore the exhibits at Guinness Storehouse, a popular museum in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Phoenix Park
Explore the great outdoors at Phoenix Park, a lovely green space in Dublin. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Find out about the history of Dublin when you take a trip to St. Patrick's Cathedral. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Dublin Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Dublin Zoo home during your trip to Dublin? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Dublin 8
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Breakfast wast great
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Chancery Hotel
A wonderful hotel and a highly recommended stay. 10*
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Great staff, location, room, and bar. We’ll stay again!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Point A Dublin The Liberties
its as expected and as a hotel should be: clean, functional, etc -- nothing was above and beyond except the woman working weekday afternoons at the front desk, she helped me print something out and gave me directions -- other staff members seemed annoyed. Late checkout is wildly overpriced. No moisturizer, ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Only stayed one night but great location and easy parking.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
The staff is so nice and amazing. Even when I was stumbling into the hotel room at 6am after being out all night they greeted me and chuckled. This place is super nice and the lights are cool. My only complaint is that the rooms ARE SO SMALL. Which would be fine if the price per night was cheaper. ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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 Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Grafton Street and Croke Park are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
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.
