Dublin Docklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.
Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.
St. Stephen's Green
Visit the beautiful gardens of Dublin’s most popular park to relax amongst statues of the city’s most famous residents.
Trinity College
Follow in the footsteps of many literary greats as you explore the fascinating treasures of the country’s oldest university.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Our pick of the best Dublin Docklands Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
"Central location, very convenient"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"The staff was very accomodating. We needed to shift rooms because my daughter was now staying with us, and they did it without a hitch. Dinner was delicious & the room was comfortable and clean"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"A funky, well appointed room, close to everything, very walkable, very good, friendly staff, nothing was a problem."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"I originally booked the "cozy king" room for my wife and I. This was a huge mistake. This room is definitely not suitable for 2 guests staying a week as we were. The only storage is under the bed. No luggage racks so one must trip over luggage. The next issue to be aware of which is not evident in ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"The AC didn’t work the entire time we were there despite calling about it. The walk to our room was like a maze and with luggage, it was quite a haul."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin Docklands
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
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 Dublin Port are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
