Portobello Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Portobello
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
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.
Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.
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.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Top hotels in Portobello
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
I was really impressed with everything about this hotel… We got an executive king suite on the fifth floor with an incredible view of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral. The staff was lovely, everyone was so helpful with directions, bus stops, tours, etc.. The staff in the bar was particularly kind… Jonathan ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Keavans Port
Hotel lobby is essentially a local bar. Very busy and loud. I wouldn’t recommend for those traveling with children or older adults.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Rooms ae very clean an quaiet, very good breakfast, reliable shuttle to airport
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Really cool place with a really cool vibe. The breakfast buffet was a little pricey, but definitely worth it. Great drinks, friendly, and attentive staff very professional. Great location.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Very friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Lovely staff, building, and location is convenient. Also, one of the most inconvenient & bizarre, maze-like layouts I’ve ever seen. It’s a bit like lipstick on a pig, looks lovely but just okay.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
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.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Iveagh Gardens or Fitzwilliam Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
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.
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.
