Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
Phoenix Park
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!
Dublin Zoo
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.
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the ancient history, magnificent architecture and intriguing relics on offer at one of the two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Take a trip to the outskirts of Dublin for a detailed account of this chilling prison’s political and penal past.
Activities
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder & Mystery
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Our pick of the best Dublin 8 Hotel Deals
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
The room needs some renovation. Water from the shower always runs to the bathroom door therefore the shower door should be bigger
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Point A Liberties
Great stay staff lovely great location.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Chancery Hotel
Really convenient area. Short walk from temple bar and George St. Arcade but super quiet on the actual hotel street. The room was very comfy. Staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Wish the spa was open longer so I could have enjoyed it.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Efficient front desk staff who are eager to assist with any enquiries. Rooms are smart, clean and comfortable. Location is fairly central, convenient for museums visits and safe to walk at night. Plenty of good dining options in the area.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
I have only good things to say about the helpful staff and my clean, comfortable, spacious room. What a perk to be walking distance from Phoenix Park.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Great, hospitable staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
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.
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.
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.
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
