Merrion Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sandymount Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sandymount Beach during your travels in Dublin? Discover the area's museums and shops.
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.
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.
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.
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 Merrion Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Nice hotel and very conveniently serviced by hotel transfer shuttle service.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Great location, nice room, friendly knowledgeable staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Room great & staff very helpful
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Nice room, great location
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Clink i Lár
I didn't have the breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrion
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.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
