Santry Travel Guide
Dublin
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration

The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Santry

The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
Location wasn’t great and the hotel hallways were dark and rundown. The room was fine, but not great. There was a rip in the curtains and the hotel overall felt a little sketchy. The staff was friendly and the shuttle was on time. It’s fine for a night if you’re going to the airport, but wouldn’t ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Fabulous
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
My only discomfort was the lumpy mattress, I believe it was memory foam and it had two deep impressions and a big bump in the midsection so you couldn’t lay in the middle of the bed. I loved everything else.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Ideal location for the price, clean room, friendly staff, perfect for a few nights!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Hotel is located in a very busy area of downtown Dublin. While it gives easy access to lots of attractions, it makes arriving and parking tricky. They offer validated parking, just be aware certain garages are not open 24/7 (in case of early flight for example). We were pleasantly surprised by how ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santry

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.

Clontarf
Travellers come to Clontarf for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Clontarf Castle and St Anne's Park while you're in town.

North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.

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 Guinness Storehouse and Henry Street Shopping District 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.
