Dublin 8 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Christ Church Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

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Guinness Storehouse

4.5/5(79 reviews)

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Guinness Storehouse
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St. Patrick's Cathedral

4/5(66 reviews)

Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.

St. Patrick's Cathedral
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Dublin Zoo

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.

Dublin Zoo
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Christ Church Cathedral

4/5(71 reviews)

Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.

Christ Church Cathedral
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Phoenix Park

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!

Phoenix Park
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Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum

4/5(11 reviews)

Take a trip to the outskirts of Dublin for a detailed account of this chilling prison’s political and penal past.

Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum

Activities

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Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

AU$49
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
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Dublin Guinness Storehouse, Molly Malone Statue and Book of Kells

AU$169
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin Guinness Storehouse, Molly Malone Statue and Book of Kells
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Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour

AU$228
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
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Dublin: Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting

AU$33
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting
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The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour

AU$228
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour
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Food on Foot Tour: Dublin Walking Tour

AU$45
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Food on Foot Tour: Dublin Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Dublin 8 Hotel Deals

Handel's Hotel
Handel's Hotel
3 out of 5
16-18 Fishamble Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$243 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$243
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (474 reviews)
"Staff was OUTSTANDING. They were friendly and responsive from the start through the end."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Handel's Hotel
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Ashling Hotel Dublin
4 out of 5
10-13 Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, Dublin, Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$278 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$278
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Nice hotel in a good location
"This is a nice hotel that is very conveniently located. It is right across the street from Dublin Hueston station, so it’s great for train and bus travelers. It’s about a 15-20 minute walk to Guiness and the two distilleries near it. Also a 20 minute walk to Jameson, or hop on the LUAS tram and ride ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Ashling Hotel Dublin
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch - Formerly Jurys Inn 
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch - Formerly Jurys Inn 
4 out of 5
Christchurch Place, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$264 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$264
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
"The hotel staff were accommodating, helpful , pleasant, gracious and made us feel welcome. They gave us directions and recommendations as needed. The room was well furnished and stocked. The bed was comfortable. Plenty of hot water and great water pressure."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch - Formerly Jurys Inn 
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
4 out of 5
Kevin Street Upper, Dublin, Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$248
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly rooms were quiet and clean"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
3.5 out of 5
135 FRANCIS STREET, Dublin 8, Dublin
The price is AU$316 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$316
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)
"Great location for all the places I wanted to go to. Friendly staff, and nice room."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
4 out of 5
Golden Ln and Chancery Ln, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$361 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$361
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dublin. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staying in Dublin, Stay Here!
"Great location! Walking distance to most restaurants, shopping, and many tourist sites. The only issue that I had was the additional cost to have access to the pool area. (30 Euros/day)"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8

Old Jameson Distillery featuring signage

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 St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.

Smithfield
Guinness Storehouse which includes interior views and drinks or beverages

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
Old Jameson Distillery showing interior views, a bar and heritage elements

City Centre Dublin

4/5(286 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Portobello

Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse.

Portobello
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Temple Bar

4.5/5(15 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.

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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.

Rathmines

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