Dublin 8 Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is situated at St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. The giant storehouse covers seven floors and is a popular point of interest for tourists - since it opened in 2000, it has received over four million visitors.

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!

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
St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin was built in the 13th Century to honour St. Patrick, who is, of course, the patron saint of Ireland. It is the main cathedral of the Church of Ireland, the Anglican communion.

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.
Things to do

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Top hotels in Dublin 8

The Chancery Hotel
Very modern and clean hotel. Great location with walking distance to a lot of the main attractions.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Point A Dublin The Liberties
Great hotel
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Even though we arrived early, we were able to leave our suitcases in our room so we can go exploring (since the room was already ready). The only disappointing part was that there was no minifridge for us to keep anything. It would be nice considering how pricey it was at approx $400CAD a night. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

citizenM Dublin St Patrick's
Very clean with great staff...amazing breakfast buffet with lots of delicious options
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Ashling Hotel Dublin
Clean accommodations with easy to access parking. Room was available early which was wonderful after a red eye flight. Good location to walk to/from the Guinness Storehouse and it was easy to Uber to the area around Trinity College. There’s a tram with a stop right outside but it wasn’t running the ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch
Everything was great. The location was within walking distance to most everything. Breakfast was nice and staff were great. I highly recommend.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8

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.

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 Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.

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 Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
