Rathfarnham
Dublin
Visit Rathfarnham
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.
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.
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.
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 Rathfarnham
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
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
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
Clink i Lár
Room was clean most of staff was friendly
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham
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.
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.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
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.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
