Clontarf
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 Clontarf

Clontarf Castle Hotel
Staying at the Clontarf Castle was gorgeous! So much history attached to this 11th century castle. There is a wonderful cemetery that belongs to the castle and worth visiting Would easily go back again
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Hotel was updated and parking was super convenient and not too pricey! Staff was wonderful! Room was clean and quiet. The Restaurant on site was great and super convenient! Would highly recommend and would absolutely stay here again! Thank you! :)
Reviewed on 3 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
As a single traveller in a s made to feel welcome
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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.

Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
