Donnybrook Travel Guide
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Donnybrook
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Beautifully clean. Staff courteous and helpful. Central location, modern interior.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Easy quick check in. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Breakfast excellent. Staff excellent,especially reception staff ie Yaria . Brilliant with helping me navigate the internet. comfort excellent. I return here multiple times a year , nowhere better. Maybe the bar prices are too high, which leads us to go elsewhere.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Our front desk check in person was very pleasant, and we were able to check in to our room a little early which was so helpful that day.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Really convenient location to access the airport, made easier by the free shuttle bus. Would definitely recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Donnybrook
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.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
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.
