Rathfarnham
Dublin

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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.

Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.

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.
Things to do

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Top hotels in Rathfarnham

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"Our room was lovely as well as the restaurant"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"Great staff , breakfast and good location."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Great stay all around"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"Hotel Riu Plaza the Gresham in Dublin was an awesome place to stay. Not only is it a perfect location, but the room, service, and breakfast was outstanding. The staff could not do enough for you and were extremely helpful and polite. It is a first-class operation that I highly recommend if you come ..."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026

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Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"xxxxxx"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rathfarnham

Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.

Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Iveagh Gardens or Fitzwilliam Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.

Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.

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.

The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
