Ballymun
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.
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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
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.
Ballymun Hotel Deals
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
We stayed for the same reason most stay, apparently. We traveled back to Dublin from Bunratty for an early flight. The restaurant was good in the hotel, and we got a good night's rest before a pleasant shuttle ride to the airport. The Shuttle backed up almost to the main door of the hotel, and got ...
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great hotel , super quick check in and out
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
great check in/check out experience! clean and spacious room, amenities were perfect. Location to city centre and airport ideal. I also loved the free shuttle to/from airport - very convenient and drivers were great. Also appreciated the coffee/snack bar in the lobby - also very convenient! Staff ...
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
The room was fantastic had a great stay the staff grest to veey helpful would recommend again
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Clean room, and
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Maldron Hotel Parnell Square Dublin City
Clean room, nice staff.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Ballymun
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Croke Park and Tolka Park while in the area.
City Centre Dublin
Croke Park and Guinness Storehouse are a few top attractions in City Centre Dublin. Hop around the city on the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and great live music.
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.
Temple Bar
Dublin's cultural hub boasts institutions like the Irish Film Institute and Temple Bar Gallery, while offering vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs, pubs, and restaurants. Explore Meetinghouse Square and Temple Bar Square during your stay.
Dublin 8
Historic postal district, Dublin 8 boasts hipster cafes, cocktail bars, and family-friendly restaurants amidst notable buildings like Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
North Wall
If you're spending time in North Wall, check out sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
