Rathfarnham
Dublin

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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.

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.

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

Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway Day Tour From Dublin

City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Walking Tour

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Cliffs of Moher Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren and Galway City day tour

Dublin: Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges and Belfast tour

Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles Day Tour From Dublin
Top hotels in Rathfarnham

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
The Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport was the perfect spot for our overnight stay before our flight. The large lobby with multiple food options was a welcome sight. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The free shuttle service at 4AM was a big plus, as well. We would definitely stay again when ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
breakfast was yummy and worth adding on
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Hidden gem! The hotel and staff are all amazing! The rooms are tastefully done and immaculate. The only downside was that our room overlooked a building site and the builders started drilling and using their digging machinery from 7am. The area also doesn’t feel particularly safe when we arrived, ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Oh yes, I’m not a breakfast person but I did enjoy your buffet. Thank you.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Clink i Lár
It was a good stay of one night.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Property in rough condition. Rooms not comfortable and very worn out. Way too expensive for what it offers
Reviewed on 14 May 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 Iveagh Gardens or Fitzwilliam Square 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 Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.

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 Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
