Santry
Dublin
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
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
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Giants Causeway & Belfast City Day Tour from Dublin (with Dunluce castle)
Giant's Causeway, The Dark Hedges & Belfast City
Top hotels in Santry
The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Only stayed for one night but really loved our stay. Shuttle service was great.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Hotel has great location, in the heart of downtown. You can walk around and there are plenty of restaurants around. Rooms small but clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and the breakfast was excellent! . Highly recommend this hotel if you are visiting Dublin.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Lovely hotel, would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Clink i Lár
Clean pleasant hostel in a great location. However, I payed extra for a city view room and was on floor 5 of 10 which wasn't great.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
The property is a little older. It was clean, the beds were comfortable and quiet. It did allow us to see a new part of Dublin which we enjoyed
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santry
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.
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.
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 Grafton Street and Croke Park 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.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of 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.
