Dublin Docklands Travel Guide

Dublin

Bord Gais Energy Theatre featuring a city, street scenes and theatre scenes
Bord Gais Energy Theatre featuring street scenes, modern architecture and theatre scenes
Bord Gais Energy Theatre which includes a sunset, street scenes and a square or plaza
Bord Gais Energy Theatre featuring theatre scenes and modern architecture
Bord Gais Energy Theatre which includes signage, street scenes and modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

At the heart of the bustling Dublin theatre scene you will find the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Officially the largest theatre in Ireland, its opening in 2010 heralded a new era for theatre – not just in Dublin, but across Ireland. For the first time, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre allowed exceptional quality local and international theatrical productions to come to Ireland.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Grand Canal Square

Grand Canal Square

Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

Grand Canal Square
Trinity College

Trinity College

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

Trinity College
St. Stephen's Green

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.

St. Stephen's Green
Guinness Storehouse

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.

Guinness Storehouse
Dublin Port

Dublin Port

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

Dublin Port

Things to do

Picture 7 for Activity Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

฿1,138
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise

Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise

฿815
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

฿3,261
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
The Blarney Castle in Ireland

Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour

฿5,271
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny Day Tour

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

฿1,517
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin

The Irish Dance Party in Dublin

฿948
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
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Top hotels in Dublin Docklands

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

4 out of 5
Cardiff Lane, Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin, Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,608 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,608
฿5,230 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Our main issue with the hotel was the we arrived at 8AM on an overnight flight from North America so were extremely tired; check-in wasn't until 3PM. that wasn't a problem per se - we understand that. However, we got progressively more frustrated as we saw other guests who showed up later get checked ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

5 out of 5
Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ฿9,468 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿9,468
฿10,746 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and modern hotel."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East, Dublin
The price is ฿5,377 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿5,377
฿6,103 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,009 reviews)
"I’ve stayed twice, would stay again!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane, Swords, Clonshaugh, Dublin
The price is ฿4,949 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿4,949
฿5,617 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,690 reviews)
"A very nice airport hotel. Modern, clean, quiet. Excellent. Great restaurant and lovely 24 hour coffee bar."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E, Dublin
The price is ฿4,713 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,713
฿5,349 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,203 reviews)
"Great location, loved the room, front desk very helpful"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road

4 out of 5
Burlington Road, Upper Leeson Street, Dublin 4, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ฿5,245 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿5,245
฿5,954 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,382 reviews)
"There aren't any restaurants or stores close by. You can hear conversations through the wall. The bathroom fan didn't work and had cobwebs in the corner. The carpet was wet with spilled something when we arrived. The drawer marked "Hair Dryer" was empty. However, breakfast was excellent and the king-sized ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin Docklands

Bord Gais Energy Theatre featuring a city, street scenes and theatre scenes

Grand Canal Dock

If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Grand Canal Dock
The Convention Centre Dublin featuring a city and modern architecture

North Wall

While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.

North Wall
Aviva Stadium which includes a park, heritage architecture and modern architecture

Ballsbridge

4.5/5(174 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Herbert Park.

Ballsbridge
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Temple Bar

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

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.

Temple Bar
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City Centre Dublin

4.5/5(2,709 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Croke Park are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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.

Sandymount

Dublin Docklands Travel Guide