Glasnevin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Glasnevin
Popular places to visit
Glasnevin Cemetery
The graves and tombs of many leading lights in recent Irish history are collected together at Dublin’s Glasnevin Cemetery, one of the city’s most popular attractions.
National Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at National Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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.
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.
Trinity College
Follow in the footsteps of many literary greats as you explore the fascinating treasures of the country’s oldest university.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Our pick of the best Glasnevin Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"We arrived later to the hotel (around 9pm). By the time we dropped our bags to our room and went downstairs for a bite to eat the restaurants were closing. It would be nice if there was a restaurant open later for those wanting to grab a quick bite after a long travel day without having to Uber ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Best pillows. Great nights sleep. Property pretty run down. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Location good. Overpriced though."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Very basic hotel"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Clink i Lár
"Nice, clean hostel in a convenient location. The only issue is that the 4-bed dorm I was in had the bathroom and shower in the room. Dublin is a party city, so guests come in at all hours. They take showers and get ready for bed while the rest of us are trying to sleep. It would be better if the ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"If you’re looking for a centrally located hotel in Dublin, this will not disappoint. However, the price does not line-up with the experience and offerings. Think and expect budget hotel experience at a FIVE star hotel price. The bed was clean and comfortable, but occupied 50% of the room. There are ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Parking was difficult. The rooms were on a lower level and they were very noisy. Doors were slamming all night - bad door jams the didn’t fit smoothly."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Glasnevin
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 O'Connell Street and Dublin Castle are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
