Sandycove
Dublin
Popular places to visit
James Joyce Tower
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at James Joyce Tower. 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.
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.
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 Sandycove
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Great room-comfortable bed, clean, roomy. Everything was very nice. Easy check in and out, and an airport shuttle.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Very clean hotel and nicely located
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Ideal location for the price, clean room, friendly staff, perfect for a few nights!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Great location. Staff were pleasant and very helpful. We would stay here again next time we're in Dublin.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Very convenient location on O’Connell Street. Breakfast was busy but well managed, with a good variety. The concierge was so friendly and helpful, and luggage storage was easy. Only issue was the noise from housekeeping carts…very loud in the hallway and it started quite early. Other than that, it ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandycove
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by The Forty Foot or Dun Laoghaire Harbour might round out your trip.
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.
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.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
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.
