Redcow 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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
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
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
Top hotels in Redcow
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Excellent all around!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great location. The hotel was very cozy. I was disappointed that the room did not have a fridge or microwave. Everything else was great.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
I’ve stayed at the Marlin around six times now it’s a lovely hotel in a great location. However they are obsessed with trying to get more money out of you. The 11am checkout is too early but they want you to buy a ‘snooze package’ which are advertised all over to stay longer. Check in is 3pm, they’ll ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Great hotel and staff were nice.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Room was excellent and clean. Shower was powerful.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
The staff was tremendous and the location was awesome.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Redcow
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum or Dublin Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston 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.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
