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.
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.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Top hotels in Clontarf
Clontarf Castle Hotel
"A castle hotel was absolutely fabulous! It was very clean, the meals were excellent, and the staff went out of their way to make sure you had a pleasurable stay."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Great location. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"The entire staff was fantastic eventhough they put up with our drunkness. Thanks team!"
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"We are a couple in our early 60's who stayed for 4 nights at the Marlin Dublin. We found this hotel to be in a very good location. The walk to many of our chosen destinations was about 10-20 minutes. It was also about a 5 minute walk to Stephen Green tram station. We appreciated that we could store ..."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Clink i Lár
"Great location. Friendly and attentive staff. Perfect for a solo traveler for a few nights in Dublin"
Reviewed on 23 May, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Had to park 20 minutes away after driving around for two hours looking for parking. Their parking deck was closed and two alternate decks were they recommended were full. Called hotel to send a cab to parking deck only to be told that you had to ring a bell at their parking garage and someone would ..."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clontarf
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like Dublin Port or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, 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 Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
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, Dublin Port and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre 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.
