Popular places to visit
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 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.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
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!
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Dublin 8 Hotel Deals
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Comfy bed, and blackout shade was amazing! Slept so well. Clean and fun decor.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
There is only 1 flight each day from Philadelphia to Dublin and it lands really early in the morning and the staff was nice enough to get us in our rooms early for check in as we had nowhere to go until check in so I’m so thankful for that from the hotel and its staff
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Point A Liberties
Friendly, helpful staff
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
The Chancery Hotel
Friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Good location and hotel. Walls can be a bit thin so noise can be an issue. Overall will stay again
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli
Great location
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Dublin 8
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.
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.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Rathmines
Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks or Swan Shopping Centre.
