Ballymun
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
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
Top hotels in Ballymun
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean and free shuttle to airport.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Room was lovely, shower in particular was really nice and staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 20 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
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Lovely few nights stay, only criticism would be low pressure in shower
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Really nice hotel with friendly staff, poor heat in room but front desk brought me an oil heater. I checked out early next morning to find out my flight was delayed & the nice man on the front desk upgraded me to a premiere room for 5 hrs
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Handy location. Pleasant decor
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballymun
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.
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 Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Port are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
Clontarf
Travellers come to Clontarf for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Clontarf Castle and St Anne's Park while you're in town.
