Merrion Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Merrion
Popular places to visit
Sandymount Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sandymount Beach during your travels in Dublin? Discover the area's museums and shops.
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Merrion
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
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Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Room was ok but broken tiles in the bathroom, somewhat dangerous."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Beautiful hotel, could use a restaurant, just has pizza and snacks. Love you can take a guitar to your room and hook it up to the amp lol Dale"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Clean hotel, great staff and breakfast was good"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"Very good stay"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Unfortunately I had a terrible experience at this hotel regarding a new watch I recently received as a birthday present, I was leaving the hotel an unfortunate that I left my watch under my bedclothes. This came to light about 20/30mins after my leaving so immediately I phoned the hotel whereby the ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Merrion
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 O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop 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.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.
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.
