Rathmines
Dublin
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.
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.
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
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Top hotels in Rathmines
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"No AC in our room- just a fan. Dublin can hit 80 degrees in late May. Beware"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Absolutely shocked by how nice this hotel was for the price. Our room was spotless, spacious, quiet and comfortable. The desk staff were very nice and there is a very lively lobby with a bar/food on the main floor. Location is very good. Try Elliot’s bakery right next door—next levellll ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Excellent location - excellent staff!! Friendly and very helpful in terms of arranging transportation or answering general questions. Great restaurant as well!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Friendly and helpful staff Excellent breakfast Great location"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Clink i Lár
"Comfy and no-frills travel. Room was clean and relatively quiet. Comfortable beds and bedding. You need a 3 prong adapter to charge devices. If you don't have one they have a vending machine where you can purchase one with a card. Breakfast was buffet and worth pre-booking for €8.95"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"They gave us a room that someone was currently in…."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathmines
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Iveagh Gardens or Fitzwilliam Square 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 Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street 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.
