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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the 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.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
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
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
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Rathgar Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
My stay at the hotel was great, staff friendly, meals excellent and very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great modern hotel. Room was very clean and felt brand new. Good layout with everything you need and good location to walk anywhere in Dublin.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Very professional front desk / reception who helped us quickly and met all our needs. Our room was very clean and well maintained and very good value given the hotel’s central position.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
We loved our room’s design and the big windows. The space was comfortable. We were able to walk to most of the places we wanted to visit. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Nice staff, large clean room! Convenient location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Clink i Lár
Room was clean most of staff was friendly
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathgar
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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.
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.
Rathgar Travel Guide
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