Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide
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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
Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}
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.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Activities
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Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
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Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Grand Canal Dock Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Good hotel, very close to docklands which makes it the perfect choice if you are coiming over on business and need a place closeby
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
Good location, safe parking, lovely and clean modern room and bathroom, comfortable beds. Hotel clean, breakfast good and staff all pleasant and helpful. Recommend
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World
Amazing. Staff were some of the best I’ve experienced - so friendly and helpful. Rooms were lovely - I hadn’t booked a room with a view - but the only down side was my room looked into another building so there was no view at all.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Leinster
An absolute perfect experience. The staff is the star of the show, every person I interacted with, from the friendly faces at check-in to the incredibly attentive restaurant team, was professional and kind. The room was a dream, modern, exquisitely designed, and immaculate. It had all the high-tech ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
The shuttle is easily accessible. The driver was invaluable, helping with my heavy luggage. Hotel staff were attentive and thorough. The room was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. I highly recommend.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean room quick check in
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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.
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 Bank of Ireland or Dame Street 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 Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
