Ballymun Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
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
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
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
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Ballymun
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
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Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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
Awesome hotel. Close to everything we wanted to explore. Staff was extremely accommodating.
Reviewed on 11 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
Great hotel in city centre location. Definitely recommend
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Room was very clean, staff were very welcoming and friendly, lighting was gorgeous in the room and the breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballymun
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Croke Park or Tolka Park.
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Clontarf
Travellers come to Clontarf for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Clontarf Castle and St Anne's Park while you're in town.
