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
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Rathgar
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
yes everything was great
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Lovely decor, great vibe, stylish bar area, good location. A fantastic stay!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Shuttle easy and fast
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Mercantile Hotel
Great location. Clean with a friendly staff.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rathgar
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Rathgar
- St. Luke's Hospital
- Guinness Storehouse
- Trinity College
- Dublin Port
- Grafton Street
- O'Connell Street
- Croke Park
- Dublin Castle
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- Phoenix Park
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- Wicklow Mountains National Park
- University College Dublin
- Marlay Park
- Emerald Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
