Rathfarnham Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Rathfarnham
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
Croke Park
Catch an event at Croke Park during your trip to Dublin. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Aviva Stadium
Catch an event at Aviva Stadium during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Rathfarnham
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Fabulous
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
My only discomfort was the lumpy mattress, I believe it was memory foam and it had two deep impressions and a big bump in the midsection so you couldn’t lay in the middle of the bed. I loved everything else.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Ideal location for the price, clean room, friendly staff, perfect for a few nights!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Hotel is located in a very busy area of downtown Dublin. While it gives easy access to lots of attractions, it makes arriving and parking tricky. They offer validated parking, just be aware certain garages are not open 24/7 (in case of early flight for example). We were pleasantly surprised by how ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Very lovely hotel, staff was courteous and helpful. Great location to be in walking distance to many sights in Dublin. Also easy access by air coach to and from the airport.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
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.
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.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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.
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.
