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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while 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.
Aviva Stadium
Catch an event at Aviva Stadium during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants 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.
Top hotels in Rathgar
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
The staff was courteous and helpful. We loved our room and the view was spectacular!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
The Clayton is my favourite Dublin Airport hotel. Ticks every box
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Sensational
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
I highly recommend this hotel. It’s literally close to everything. It’s so walkable to most major tourist spots. I will definitely stay here again when I visit Dublin.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
The shuttle was courtesy phone did not work. The instructions for finding the courtesy phone was very outdated. I did eventually find the pick up spot but those instructions should be updated. The hotel was in a good location for the airport access.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre
The Samuel is very centrally located, the staff is very friendly and helpful and overall the hotel was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rathgar
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre 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.
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.
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.
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- Guinness Storehouse
- Trinity College
- Dublin Port
- St. Stephen's Green
- Aviva Stadium
- Croke Park
- O'Connell Street
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- 3Arena
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- Phoenix Park
- Dublin Zoo
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Dundrum Town Centre
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- Marlay Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Merrion Square
- Powerscourt Estate
- Grand Canal
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
- Beacon Hospital
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