Merrion Travel Guide
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
Sandymount Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sandymount Beach during your travels in Dublin? Discover the area's museums and shops.
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.
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.
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: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Top hotels in Merrion
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Room was worn down. Sent a message and no reply. Won’t be staying here again after 4 years!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Great location, you are near everything on Temple Bar as well as a short walk to great shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking to stay where the action is in Dublin."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Close to all the downtown pubs"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Excellent service. Helpful and available staff. Beautiful breakfast with generous opening times"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Clink i Lár
"Very good stay"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Hotel fairly new, room was comfortable but a bit tight with little room for luggage, and bed was comfortable, but made up opposite of tv and light switches, a bit awkward when sleeping."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Merrion
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 O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
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.
