Rathgar
Dublin

Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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

Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.

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

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

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

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

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

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Rathgar

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
We only spent one night and arrived very late. Shuttle was very efficient. Be aware that it is a big bus, not a van.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Room almost claustrophobic - very compact
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Good hotel within walking distance to most things.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Clink i Lár
Did not eat at the bar/ restaurant. No basis to comment about the food and bar services.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
The hotel was undergoing improvements it was clean and all amenities catered for.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
We had a terrific 3 night stay at the Clayton Burlington Road hotel. Breakfast was delicious and staff attentive. A special thank you to Paul the Concierge who went above and beyond to share advice and suggestions as we navigated our first days in Dublin and Ireland. His smiling face and friendly ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathgar

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 Grafton Street or Aviva Stadium 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 Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.

Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Grafton Street.

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 Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
