Rathmines
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.
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 Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour
Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin
Giant's Causeway, The Dark Hedges & Belfast City
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Top hotels in Rathmines
NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello
Spotless room with good hot drink selection. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
I highly recommend staying in this fabulous hotel!! Travelling by myself as a woman can be a bit scary but with their security to get to the rooms I felt at ease. The bed was so amazingly comfy and the rain drop shower was divine!! (though it did take me 45 minutes on how to figure the lights, who ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Couldn't fault anything with this hotel. Great service and ideal location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
My check in was really nice. The front desk person was very friendly. The room was spotless. I had dinner at the hotel, a thing I normally don’t do. It was delish. The server, sorry can’t remember her name (Spanish) was just a delight. I’ll be back.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Nice room, great location
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathmines
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
