Rathfarnham
Dublin

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Popular places to visit

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.

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

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.

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.
Things to do

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

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

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

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

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Good place to crash in between flights. Appreciated the shuttle to and from the airport
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean nice room
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Didn't have breakfast. Went to bar/restaurant but waited a while and no one came to seat us or assist us, so we left and went elsewhere. Location was great. Room was clean but poorly designed. Bed was not comfortable and faced TV sideways. Lights were awful; no reading light over bed. Lights in room ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Great hotel, lovely room and the staff were fab!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Nice clean centrally located. Very big, very clinical
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Great location, great breakfast, staff all friendly and efficient, great value! What more can I say! Definitely recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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 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.

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

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 Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
