Rathfarnham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rathfarnham
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.
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.
Dublin Castle
Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
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
Our pick of the best Rathfarnham Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"The hotel is quite nice, close to the airport and has a large restaurant/ lounge area, regular free bus service to and from airport. Our unit didn’t seem to have any air conditioning and only a small window for outside air. Because the weather was warming up the room was warm during the night which ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Fabulous airport hotel within walking distance of the terminals (less than 10 mins). Super clean, friendly staff and nice bar and restaurant areas. Room was large and immaculately clean."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Cool place , right in the mix"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Air-conditioning was terrible"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"We had a nice room with a really good bed. The location is perfect for walking to most important tourist spots. However, people who want peace and quiet should not stay here- A constant street party and loud music."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Clink i Lár
"My stay was fantastic, really close to everything. I the bunks were more comfortable than I expected them to be. The only thing I would say is the breakfast isn't great but if your in a hurry it works."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham
Dundrum
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Dundrum. Top attractions like Dundrum Town Centre and Marlay Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dundrum Station or Balally Station to see more of the city.
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 Grafton Street or Dublin Castle 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 Dublin Castle and Grafton Street.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
