Haroldʼs Cross
Dublin
Visit Haroldʼs Cross
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
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
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
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
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
Haroldʼs Cross Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Nice hotel. Clean, and staff was nice and helpful. Only suggestion would be to have air conditioning. We were there during a hot day."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Very clean with exceptionally comfortable beds and linens. Helpful staff, and a good restaurant."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"It had a cool vibe and in a good location to quickly access areas of Dublin. Staff were very friendly. We were able to check in early too."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"The room was quaint, clean. The hotel is perfectly located. The staff are amazing."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Bath tub step over is high and the tub can be slippery. Great location as your in temple bar and close to most restaurants and pubs"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Clink i Lár
"My check in was challenging because I paid for early check in but the system did not register it so I had to pay for them to keep luggage. I ended up asking if it was still possible to check in early and then we realized I could check in. It made my first day in Dublin challenging but I did appreciate ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Haroldʼs Cross
Rathmines
Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Swan Shopping Centre or Cathal Brugha Barracks.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Dublin Castle and Grafton Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Dublin Castle and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
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.
Temple Bar
Dublin's cultural hub boasts institutions like the Irish Film Institute and Temple Bar Gallery, while offering vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs, pubs, and restaurants. Explore Meetinghouse Square and Temple Bar Square during your stay.
