Drumcondra
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Top hotels in Drumcondra
Dublin Skylon Hotel
Beautiful hotel and nice staff! Would stay again :)
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Croke Park Hotel
Very good as always, the staff make this hotel a really great option
Reviewed on 2 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
Other neighbourhoods around Drumcondra
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 Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.
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.
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.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
