Clontarf
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Things to do
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner
Top hotels in Clontarf
Clontarf Castle Hotel
The breakfast was so lovely! So many options but nice in that it didn’t feel like any buffet.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Have stayed here many times for work very good quality staff are alway pleasant helpfull and nice. Usually eat in the Italian restaurant.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Everything about this hotel was wonderful
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Took Cab. No shuttle Breakfast excellent
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Great hotel, lovely room and the staff were fab!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
This hotel was a great find. It's beautiful inside and out. The rooms and bathrooms are super nice and very clean. The breakfast, which was included with the room, was very good with lots of food. The staff in the hotel were super nice and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Drumcondra
Drumcondra 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 Croke Park or Tolka Park.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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 Croke Park and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
