City Centre Dublin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City Centre Dublin
Popular places to visit
St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Dublin Castle
Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Our pick of the best City Centre Dublin Hotel Deals
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great place, amazing staff!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
The breakfast bar had excellent selections each day we utilized it. Everything was fresh and well seasoned. The staff were very good, welcoming and definitely helpful to find things to do. Would definitely recommend to family and friends. Kitty at the front desk gave us some places to visit and would ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Clink i Lár
My locker was broken and was not able to be fixed so I didn’t have proper luggage storage during my stay when it was supposed to be included
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
We were able to check in early and after an overnight flight from the US it was so appreciated. Room was spacious, comfortable and very clean. The gym was small but offered great options for a good workout. Location was perfect and not far from main attractions. There were many taxis available in ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
A nice place to stay, hotel is a little dated but they have done some nice upgrades. Room was very clean, front desk staff couldn’t have been any better. We had dinner in the bar, and the food was excellent! The only fault I have with it was there were no USB ports in the room (and now a days you ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Great location. Great room and breakfast Will definitely stay here on my next trip to Dublin if i need a room for four people.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Dublin
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.
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.
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.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.
