Popular places to visit
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
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.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Things to do
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Top hotels in Sandyford
Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
Location was great but you need a car, clean room, staff, I would have appreciated more if parking was included
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
NiceHotel
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
my wife and i asked for egg benidick but could not get it thanks
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Staff are very friendly and attentive. Rooms are small but cosy, the safe is small so can’t hold a laptop. Good coffee making facilities and complimentary bottles of water. The location is great and the bar etc is very nice.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Sandra was so helpful! My daughter and I were given a nice upgraded room and always felt safe! This location was convenient and I would come back again
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandyford
Leopardstown
Travellers choose Leopardstown for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Central Park Station or Glencairn Station and check out top sights like Leopardstown Racecourse.
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
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.
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.
