Dublin Docklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dublin Docklands
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.
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.
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.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Activities
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
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
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Dublin Docklands Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Clean room, friendly staff and a big selection for breakfast. Disappointed with the swimming area and facilities available regarding beauty treatments.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Good place to crash in between flights. Appreciated the shuttle to and from the airport
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
The staff were really helpful, it was a clean and quirky hotel. Great location.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
The room was fine and the staff was nice, but they had no hairdryer or toiletries (lotion, shampoo, conditioner) in the room. Also, they had hourly rates to check in early. Bag storage seemed safe and secure. Location was fine.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Great hotel, lovely room and the staff were fab!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
This hotel was a great find. It's beautiful inside and out. The rooms and bathrooms are super nice and very clean. The breakfast, which was included with the room, was very good with lots of food. The staff in the hotel were super nice and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
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 Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
