Dublin Southside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptised converts on his visit to Dublin. #Architecture
Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptised converts on his visit to Dublin. #Architecture
A magnificient library.
Dublin, Ireland
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To every book nerd out there this is the long room of the library at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. The largest library in Ireland (with over 200,000 books) and home to the Book of Kells.

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Where to stay in Dublin Southside

Temple Bar showing signage, street scenes and heritage elements

Temple Bar

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

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.

Temple Bar
Luas Bridge after rush hour

Ranelagh

When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.

Ranelagh
Aviva Stadium which includes modern architecture and a park

Ballsbridge

4.5/5(174 area reviews)

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.

Ballsbridge
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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.

The Liberties
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Grand Canal Dock

If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Grand Canal Dock
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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.

Portobello
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
The price is 2.875.271 ₫ per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
2.875.271 ₫
3.263.432 ₫ total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,712 reviews)
Great hotel in city centre location. Definitely recommend

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
The Mercantile Hotel

The Mercantile Hotel

3 out of 5
28 Dame Street Dublin Dublin
The price is 2.406.797 ₫ per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
2.406.797 ₫
2.731.714 ₫ total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Castle are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (370 reviews)
The nicest staff welcomed us and were so accommodating with everything it made the experience so much nicer

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Mercantile Hotel
Conrad Dublin

Conrad Dublin

5 out of 5
Earlsfort Terrace Dublin Dublin
The price is 7.279.455 ₫ per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
7.279.455 ₫
8.262.182 ₫ total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
Was lovely staff where so helpful as always

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Conrad Dublin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street

4 out of 5
42-76 St Augustine Street Dublin Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,864 reviews)
Well appointed good location

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

4 out of 5
8 Bride Street Dublin Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews)
Everything was great If something could be improved then some hooks would be good, for outdoor coats, in the bathroom for clean clothes or dry towels. Extra towel rail near the washbasin in the bathroom. Perfect location great staff , we had apartment 01 right off reception . We were very ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
Grafton Street Studios

Grafton Street Studios

3.5 out of 5
70 Grafton Street Dublin
Stay at this apartment in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, airport pick-up service (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Grafton Street Studios
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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