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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Top hotels in Sandyford
Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
Friendly staff and good location. Bathroom needs a bit of care but otherwise I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
My stay at the hotel was great, staff friendly, meals excellent and very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Great modern hotel. Room was very clean and felt brand new. Good layout with everything you need and good location to walk anywhere in Dublin.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Amazing stay rooms clean and great location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Handy location. Pleasant decor
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Such a high-quality hotel. It’s almost as if they accidentally made it a regular Hilton rather than the standard Hilton Garden Inn. Totally worth the stay. I will definitely be back and stay here again on my next trip to Dublin.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandyford
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
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.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
