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.

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.
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 Grand Canal Dock Hotel Deals

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Lovely hotel and very helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
Ok
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

The Leinster
Very helpful, great staff. Room was nice and clean but on the small side. We liked the location cause it is close to the town center without being at the town center.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Efficient check in and check out. Nice, clean room. Large lounge/bar area. Nice breakfast offerings. Shuttle to the airport every 20 minutes is very convenient.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The room was cleaned every day as I ventured around Dublin and coming back to fresh towels and sheets was great! The hotel bar staff were friendly as well and the food was delicious. Would definitely stay here again when I come back to Dublin
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Room was very nice and modern, you were also able to get a guitar from downstairs and take to your room, nice added touch. Offered to skip housekeeping and get a free drink each, which we dine, loved this as only there for 2 nights. Ate at the hotel one night, very nice pizza. Very central location ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock

Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

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 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 Dublin Port are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
