Portobello Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Portobello
Popular places to visit
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.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Activities
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
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
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
About a 10 to 15 minute walk to Grafton St and Temple Bar area. Good size rooms, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Keavans Port
Great location! Cheap breakfast!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Was perfect
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Staff were so helpful. Rooms are uniquely cool and very clean. Bar is cozy. Whole experience was welcoming.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
All good. Great staff very professional. Room very clean and nice touch about my birthday cupcake and birthday message. Would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Good all around
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Grafton Street.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grafton Street or Guinness Storehouse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
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.
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.
