Dublin 8 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
Find out what makes Ireland’s signature drink one of the most popular stouts in the world with this fascinating tour of a historic brewery.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.
Christ Church Cathedral
Discover the rich history of this centuries-old cathedral, one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Uncover the gruesome truth behind Ireland’s struggle for independence with a tour of this notorious former prison.
Activities
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Our pick of the best Dublin 8 Hotel Deals
Point A Liberties
Super clean room and nice big bathroom. Friendly staff who couldn’t be more helpful. Windows was small but that was the only minor issue
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
The staff were great and got some soup for my 91 year old father-in-law so we didn’t have to take him outside when the restaurant was closed
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
The team were great and the hotel is fantastic.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Chancery Hotel
Amazing breakfast, fabulous fresh choices.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Great size room, 1 Bedroom. The sofa couch was uncomfortable and cushions don’t stay put. Would be better if it was a normal couch. It really wasn’t useable. Great reception staff. Great area. Great laundry room.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Very friendly staff. I left an item behind and they have found it and will keep it until my net visit -- excellent.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
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.
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.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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 Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.
