Dublin Docklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.
Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.
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.
Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Our pick of the best Dublin Docklands Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Lovely hotel and very helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Great place to stay before a morning flight home out of Dublin airport. The shuttle to the airport is very convenient and the hotel is clean. The Italian restaurant in the hotel was fantastic (you MUST eat here!). Beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
When it comes to vacations, two factors are crucial comfort and hospitality. The Marlin hotel excelled in this areas providing an outstanding experience. We stayed for a week and use this hotel as a base to explore Ireland. The staff were warm and welcoming , and the early check- in was a bonus after ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Check in was easy and staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is very cool and makes you want to stay for awhile. Great location in the city. We just stayed one night but would come back.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Clink i Lár
It was a good stay of one night.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Oh yes, I’m not a breakfast person but I did enjoy your buffet. Thank you.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin Docklands
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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.
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.
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 Croke Park and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
