Clontarf
Dublin
Popular places to visit

Clontarf Castle
Head to the centre of Dublin for a hint of the town’s historic past at the picturesque Clontarf Castle. Built in the 1830s, this stoic Georgian country house stands on the site of a much older building. In fact, the history of the area dates all the way back to the 11th Century, when the original medieval Clontarf Castle stood here.

Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.

Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.
Things to do

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin

The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour

DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Clontarf

Clontarf Castle Hotel
Staff were super welcoming and helpful. They made sure our one night stay after our red eye flight extra comfortable.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
shuttle bus handy
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Location, staff and cleanliness are all great
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great Location and nice hotel
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Shuttle easy and fast
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

The Mercantile Hotel
Night staff very good to deal with. Great location
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf

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.

Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.

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.

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.

Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.

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 Jervis Shopping Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.





