Dublin Docklands Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
At the heart of the bustling Dublin theatre scene you will find the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Officially the largest theatre in Ireland, its opening in 2010 heralded a new era for theatre – not just in Dublin, but across Ireland. For the first time, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre allowed exceptional quality local and international theatrical productions to come to Ireland.
Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.
Trinity College
Trinity College offers a welcome haven from the hustle and bustle of Dublin and it is one ivory tower you’d be happy to be trapped in for a long time.
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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Dublin Docklands
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Staff were fantastic the hotel was clean and very comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Convenient airport shuttle, modern clean room and great breakfast!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great location. The hotel was very cozy. I was disappointed that the room did not have a fridge or microwave. Everything else was great.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
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Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Very nice rooms, comfortable beds, very clean and tidy hotel
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Great hotel, great food and a great guinness
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dublin Docklands
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
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.
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 Henry Street Shopping District and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
