Phibsborough Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.

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.

Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.

Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
Things to do

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Phibsborough

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"A good hotel to stsy at the night before a flight. It had a quick and efficient shattle to the airport and their Italian restaurant provided good food."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Great staff , breakfast and good location."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Great stay all around"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Hotel Riu Plaza the Gresham in Dublin was an awesome place to stay. Not only is it a perfect location, but the room, service, and breakfast was outstanding. The staff could not do enough for you and were extremely helpful and polite. It is a first-class operation that I highly recommend if you come ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Clink i Lár
"The best hostel I have ever stayed in. The staff were helpful, the rooms were clean and the beds were large. The bar also has some great options, alongside a cafe that was open 24/7."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"xxxxxx"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phibsborough

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 Croke Park and Dublin Port 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.

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.

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.

The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
