Rathfarnham
Dublin
Visit Rathfarnham
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Rathfarnham
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Very clean and good location, super helpful friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Reception staff, amenities
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Very central city, great breakfast, good room, ok parking.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
I highly recommend this hotel. It’s literally close to everything. It’s so walkable to most major tourist spots. I will definitely stay here again when I visit Dublin.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Great!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre
The Samuel is very centrally located, the staff is very friendly and helpful and overall the hotel was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham
Dundrum
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Dundrum. Top attractions like Dundrum Town Centre and Marlay Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dundrum Station or Balally Station to see more of the city.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aviva Stadium or Guinness Storehouse 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 Aviva Stadium.
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.
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.
Rathfarnham
- Guinness Storehouse
- Trinity College
- Dublin Port
- Grafton Street
- Croke Park
- Dublin Castle
- O'Connell Street
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- Phoenix Park
- University College Dublin
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Marlay Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Emerald Park
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
- Beaumont Hospital
