Smotscourt Travel Guide
Dublin

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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.

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.

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.

Dublin Castle
On Dame Street, south of the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin, stands the mighty architectural achievement that is Dublin Castle, parts of which date back to 1200. Over the centuries Dublin Castle has been a fortress and treasury, a royal palace and a prison. Prior to Irish independence in the 1920s, it was also the centre of British rule in Ireland. Today, Dublin Castle is a government building and significant historic emblem.

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

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

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration

DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Top hotels in Smotscourt

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
"Great location. Friendly staff. Very clean"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"The Clayton Hotel is the perfect location for anyone looking for a convenient, well maintained hotel with plenty of amenities. Our stay at the end of our journey gave us everything we needed to relax before our flight out the next day. We would definitely recommend to others."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Great location if you’re flying out of Dublin, not close enough to stay if you want to see Dublin"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"I was extremely impressed with the Ruby Molly! The room itself was excellent - an extremely comfortable bed, fantastic climate control, a great shower, and lots of other top flight amenities (plenty of charger options, Bluetooth speakers, and work area). I didn’t try the breakfast but it looked amazing ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"The hotel's location is excellent in the city center. The room is clean. Breakfast is on average. We arrived near 6pm but the room was not ready."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"We had a nice room with a really good bed. The location is perfect for walking to most important tourist spots. However, people who want peace and quiet should not stay here- A constant street party and loud music."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smotscourt

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.

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.

Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.

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

Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grafton Street or Dublin Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.

Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
