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.
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!
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
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
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Our pick of the best Dublin 8 Hotel Deals
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Rooms weee clean and comfortable, staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Chancery Hotel
WiFi was excellent and i was able to cast from my phone onto the TV seemlessly. Clean facilities and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Point A Liberties
Great spot! Awesome breakfast and super helpful staff!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Beautiful and clean. I love the history mentioned on the walls of where the hotel is built. Conveniently located close to St. Patrick’s church and walking distance to other attractions like Temple, Trinity and Guinness.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Ashling Hotel Dublin
The staff was super friendly and the location was extremely convenient.The hotel was clean and had everything to offer.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
They have friendly and helpful staffs
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
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.
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 Croke Park 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 Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
