Dublin 8
Popular places to visit
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.
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore this historic Gothic cathedral that stands beside the traditional well where legend says St. Patrick baptized converts.
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!
Christ Church Cathedral
This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
Things to do
Dublin Guinness Storehouse, Molly Malone Statue and Book of Kells
Dublin: Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting
Food on Foot Tour: Dublin Walking Tour
Dublin City: Guided Cycle Tour
Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket & Big Bus Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Dublin: Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Dublin 8
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 St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
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.
City Centre Dublin
St. Stephen's Green and Croke Park are a few top attractions in City Centre Dublin. Hop around the city on the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and great live music.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.