Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Straffan April 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Straffan](https://expedia.co.uk/Straffan-Hotels.d180357.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Straffan Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Straffan.d180357.Car-Hire-Guide)[Straffan Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Straffan.d180357.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Straffan ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Straffan Types of activities [Straffan travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Straffan.dx180357) ![ Dromoland Castle Hotel & Country Club / Ireland - June 2017: Ireland's most magical address, Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. The ancestral home of the O'Briens of D](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180357/6b2508f0-eec1-454b-95c2-394cf4ed6e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Dromoland Castle Hotel & Country Club / Ireland - June 2017: Ireland's most magical address, Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. The ancestral home of the O'Briens of D](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180357/faab799a-2182-46da-9e4a-0906734ed059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Dromoland Castle Hotel & Country Club / Ireland - June 2017: Ireland's most magical address, Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. The ancestral home of the O'Briens of D](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180357/60d1a571-55a6-4527-8db8-020699dd5a2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Straffan Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Straffan has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Straffan, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Straffan with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Straffan Straffan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Straffan, and make it a breeze to explore Straffan and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Straffan to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Straffan, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Straffan. #### Straffan attractions Straffan has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Straffan to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Straffan. Looking for things to do in Straffan can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Straffan or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Straffan attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Trinity College Ireland's most prestigious university was founded by Elizabeth I in 1592 in the hope of offering Dublin’s sons a reason to pursue their studies at home, away from the infectious threat of popery on the continent. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trinity-College-City-Centre-Dublin.d507659.Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507659/340c1364-c0b4-49f8-9fd0-543e934964c4.jpg) ### 2\. St. Stephen's Green Follow the signs to “Faiche Stiabhna”, as the Irish call St. Stephen’s Green, for an inner-city oasis. Admire the Victorian buildings, play soccer, throw a frisbee, watch people, jog, feed the ducks, doze or have a picnic in this popular Dublin park. You could also bring a novel written by one of Dublin’s great authors and read it at the very spot where they found their inspiration! [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Stephens-Green-City-Centre-Dublin.d507658.Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507658/d8a15113-0a32-4621-a28e-30f310b7ad65.jpg) ### 3\. Guinness Storehouse St. James’s Gate Brewery has been home to Guinness since 1759\. The impressive building, formerly the Guinness fermentation plant, has been remodelled into the shape of a giant pint of the “black stuff”. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guinness-Storehouse-City-Centre-Dublin.d500971.Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500971/86f559a2-4e51-432c-8e26-fbd58d312748.jpg) ### 4\. Croke Park A World-Famous StadiumCroke Park certainly is impressive, however. It’s Ireland’s largest stadium, and with the capacity to seat 82,000 sporting fans, it is the fourth largest in Europe. During matches the noise and chants from the crowd can be heard all over the city of Dublin. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Croke-Park-Drumcondra.d6176612.Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6176612/ec3cc967-8a9a-4f49-8cc8-2d8ac31bb491.jpg) ### 5\. Aviva Stadium Opened in 2010, the stadium was built on the site of the old Lansdowne Road Stadium, which was dismantled in 2007\. When you arrive, you’ll see from its dauntless but delicate curves just what a modern architectural marvel this is – the Aviva Stadium has even won a prestigious British Construction Industry Award. With a capacity for a whopping 50,000 spectators, the stadium’s sheer size alone is a sight to behold. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviva-Stadium-Ballsbridge.d6165854.Attraction) ![Dublin_AvivaStadium_6165854 03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165854/1db62e1d-d25a-49e9-8d3b-935aa6543f36.jpg) ### 6\. Grafton Street Among the most exclusive spots in European retail, Grafton Street is a boulevard full of upscale boutiques and restaurants. It is one of the two main commercial parts of Dublin and has an international array of big names. Yet the street retains its local charm with well-known street performers and traditional pubs. Bring cash and credit cards for a trip through the street’s upscale boutiques. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grafton-Street-City-Centre-Dublin.d6131953.Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131953/59422d5e-d23e-4a8d-b759-8dd5bc51fb21.jpg) ### 7\. O'Connell Street O’Connell Street is among Dublin’s busiest and recognizable parts. It consists of a wide boulevard divided by spaces for trees and works of art. Admire the many historic buildings and peruse the upscale boutiques that line this busy street. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/OConnell-Street-City-Centre-Dublin.d6156644.Attraction) ![View From O'Connell Bridge in Dublin, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156644/d3bc24e7-dfd2-4839-ae90-a6540204f191.jpg) ### 8\. Dublin Castle While most of the building dates to the 1800s, its ancient heritage is still evident in the ancient Record Tower. This sole surviving element of Dublin Castle’s medieval origins is a magnificent stone stalwart. It is the perfect complement to the adjoining 19th century Chapel Royal, built in the Gothic Revival style. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Castle-City-Centre-Dublin.d500963.Attraction) ![Dublin Castle, Dublin, Rep of Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500963/bc94e0c1-5604-4ef5-9841-9685dd193ef1.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Straffan | Number of things to do | 7 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kildare: Clonfert Farm General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/kildare-clonfert-farm-general-admission-ticket.a50101202.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Kildare: Clonfert Farm General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/kildare-clonfert-farm-general-admission-ticket.a50101202.activity-details)[Sallins: The Digby Lock Grand Canal Cruise - 2.5 hours](/things-to-do/sallins-the-digby-lock-grand-canal-cruise-2-5-hours.a50349461.activity-details)[Digby Lock Cruise - Explore Ireland's Historic Grand Canal.](/things-to-do/digby-lock-cruise-mid-week.a48907557.activity-details)[Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)](/things-to-do/afternoon-mountain-pub-tour.a1132510.activity-details)[Grand Canal Greenway Bike Hire](/things-to-do/arthurs-grand-canal-bike-tour.a50215166.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Kildare: Clonfert Farm General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/kildare-clonfert-farm-general-admission-ticket.a50101202.activity-details)[Sallins: The Digby Lock Grand Canal Cruise - 2.5 hours](/things-to-do/sallins-the-digby-lock-grand-canal-cruise-2-5-hours.a50349461.activity-details)[Digby Lock Cruise - Explore Ireland's Historic Grand Canal.](/things-to-do/digby-lock-cruise-mid-week.a48907557.activity-details)[Dublin: Hidden Gem Walking Tour with Local Guide](/things-to-do/dublin-guided-walking-tour-of-tallaght.a49649462.activity-details)[Exclusive Brewery Tour and Tasting at Kildare Brewing Co, Sallins](/things-to-do/exclusive-brewery-tour-and-tasting-at-kildare-brewing-co-sallins.a47532128.activity-details) | | With kids | [Sallins: The Digby Lock Grand Canal Cruise - 2.5 hours](/things-to-do/sallins-the-digby-lock-grand-canal-cruise-2-5-hours.a50349461.activity-details)[Digby Lock Cruise - Explore Ireland's Historic Grand Canal.](/things-to-do/digby-lock-cruise-mid-week.a48907557.activity-details)[Dublin: Hidden Gem Walking Tour with Local Guide](/things-to-do/dublin-guided-walking-tour-of-tallaght.a49649462.activity-details) | ## What to do in Straffan --- ### Popular places to visit #### K Club Enjoy a round of golf in Straffan at K Club. Visit the spas and lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/K-Club-Straffan.d6086229.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Straffan ![Hazelhatch Bridge, Celbridge, Co Kildare, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052519/d5bbaeb3-dc73-47b3-bc8e-7ee80a9daffd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Celbridge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Straffan worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Straffan? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Straffan? ### Is three days enough to stay in Straffan? ### What are some activities to do in Straffan with kids? > - [Sallins: The Digby Lock Grand Canal Cruise - 2.5 hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sallins-the-digby-lock-grand-canal-cruise-2-5-hours.a50349461.activity-details) > - [Digby Lock Cruise - Explore Ireland's Historic Grand Canal.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/digby-lock-cruise-mid-week.a48907557.activity-details) > - [Dublin: Hidden Gem Walking Tour with Local Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dublin-guided-walking-tour-of-tallaght.a49649462.activity-details) ### What to do in Straffan for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Straffan? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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