Popular places to visit
James Joyce Tower
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at James Joyce Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
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 Sandycove
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
I loved how easy it was to check in here and how nice the property was. My partner and I were traveling from the United States and it was really thoughtful that they sent us an email to let us know that our room was available early to do their self-service check in on a really busy weekend [we were ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Yes and Yes.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
The hotel was lovely and was situated in an excellent location with very friendly staff. When we arrived the checking in process was quick and easy and the same checking out. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great low key area walkable to lots of Attractions.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Excellent hotel and very near Dublin Airport.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandycove
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Sandyford
Travellers choose Sandyford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Glencairn Station or Central Park Station and check out top sights like Marlay Park.
Smotscourt
While visiting Smotscourt, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Dublin Society and RDS Main Arena.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
