Ballymun
Dublin
Popular places to visit
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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.
Ballymun Hotel Deals
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
"Mary at the front desk was so helpful. We only stayed one night before our flight home to the states. Ended up having dinner onsite which was convenient, limited dining options within walking distance. Booked this location because of the airport shuttle which runs ever half hour starting at 4am, ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"This is the hotel we stay at when leaving Ireland. The rooms are warms and the best comfortable, but the real charms are the bar and the Italian restaurant. They have wonderful ambiance and the food is delicious and fairly priced. We have also used the shuttle to the airport on occasion. Highly recommend ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"The Ruby Molly is new, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"A great location in the south east of city centre within walking distance of most of Dublin’s history. Staff friendly, professional and helpful. My only complaint was the room size. I booked a ‘cozy Kingsize’ room, Space was limited, and no real space available for laptop working. Had I known This ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Friendly and helpful staff Excellent breakfast Great location"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Clink i Lár
"Comfy and no-frills travel. Room was clean and relatively quiet. Comfortable beds and bedding. You need a 3 prong adapter to charge devices. If you don't have one they have a vending machine where you can purchase one with a card. Breakfast was buffet and worth pre-booking for €8.95"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
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.
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.
City Centre Dublin
Croke Park and Dublin Port 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.
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.
