Glasnevin
Dublin
Popular places to visit
Dublin City University
Situated on the north side of Dublin, Dublin City University is close to Dublin Bay and the River Liffey and is home to some of Ireland’s largest performance spaces. It is a justifiably popular point of interest for visitors travelling to Ireland’s bustling capital.
Glasnevin Cemetery
The graves and tombs of many leading lights in recent Irish history are collected together at Dublin’s Glasnevin Cemetery, one of the city’s most popular attractions.
National Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at National Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Things to do
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Top hotels in Glasnevin
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
My stay at the hotel was great, staff friendly, meals excellent and very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Really enjoyed our stay, it's much better than other hotels of the same type and price was good. Bathrooms are a bit on the small side but staff are lovely and the decor is super modern. Would recommend it for a city break
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Clean lovely staff beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
We loved our room’s design and the big windows. The space was comfortable. We were able to walk to most of the places we wanted to visit. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Nice staff, large clean room! Convenient location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Clink i Lár
Room was clean most of staff was friendly
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glasnevin
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.
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 Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
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 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
