Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Dublin
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.
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin was built in the 13th Century to honour St. Patrick, who is, of course, the patron saint of Ireland. It is the main cathedral of the Church of Ireland, the Anglican communion.
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Top hotels in Dublin 8
The Chancery Hotel
Hotel was centrally located and all local attractions were walkable. Hotel was clean and rooms were spacious and quiet.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Point A Dublin The Liberties
Great
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at this hotel very clean, the staff was friendly, child friendly, and it has a good breakfast selection. I’m only giving a 4 stars because we arrived at like 9:00 am in the morning after a 7 hours flight and had to wait until 1:00 pm to get in the room. If you’re arriving ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Very modern room design. Staff were absolutely amazing!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
The staff were very helpful as soon as we arrived. The breakfast was amazing. The restaurant was very clean and employees were helpful. The rooms were great and quiet.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station 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.
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.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Grafton Street.
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 Grafton Street and Croke Park are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.
