Rathgar Travel Guide
Dublin
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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.
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.
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.
Grafton Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Grafton Street, a popular shopping spot in Dublin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
Croke Park
Catch an event at Croke Park during your trip to Dublin. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
O'Connell Street
You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to O'Connell Street, a popular shopping spot in Dublin. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Rathgar
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"great"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Clean and Centrally located to bars"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent in every way. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"Easy check in, friendly staff, and clean rooms"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Sophia checked us in and couldn't have been more helpful. She was lovely! The room was small and bed a bit old but the breakfast, expresso and water in the room, Location to everything made it the perfect place for us. We would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"The RIU Gresham Dublin is a well appointed hotel in the Dublin 1 area. Its location makes it convenient to shopping along Henry St, seeing sites like the GPO, St Marys Cathedral, Hop on Bus, Temple Bar etc. A bit longer walk will take you to Trinity, Jameson etc. Lots of restaurants nearby. The staff ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Rathgar
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 O'Connell Street and Dublin Castle are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring 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.
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.
