Rathmines Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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 Rathmines Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Everything about this hotel was 1st class !! The staff were amazing especially a lady called Irena who served us dinner . The rooms were immaculate. Have stayed here a few times and will definitely be back !!!!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Fabulous. Everything.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Overall it's fine but disappointing for a 4*. Mix up with room which they offered to move however we'd already unpacked all our stuff so it was a big hassle and they didn't offer us a partial refund or late stay or free breakfast or anything for the troubles. The rooms had coffee machines which is ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
A means to an end. The staff were unfriendly and unhelpful. The rooms were cold and barren. No food options. We stayed overnight to catch an early flight.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
The breakfast was amazing! Plenty of choice for everyone. The room was clean and tidy. The only problem was that the walls are quite thin. I could clearly hear next door room’s T.V until midnight . However, I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Every about this hotel is beautiful. Food entertainment on a eveing. Rooms are nice and warm and clean
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathmines
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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