Portobello Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Portobello
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
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
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Top hotels in Portobello
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Staff were nice, room was fine, had room service one day and food and service was great.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Keavans Port
Didn’t realise it was a Wetherspoons hotel until we turned up but rooms were sound proof and very comfortable. Hotel in a great location, staff were lovely
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello
Welcoming staff, very clean room
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Very good stay. Couldn’t fault it.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Room was clean, most staff were very welcoming and pleasant, breakfast was delicious, location is perfect!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Hotel and Room was spotless, amazing location. Staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 Guinness Storehouse and Grafton Street.
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.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grafton Street or Aviva Stadium 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.
