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.

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.

Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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.

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: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

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

DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour

The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Top hotels in Sandyford

Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
Convenient location for Dundrum. Clean room, quick check in. Car parking. Good food and atmosphere in bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Stayed here for one night before a flight the next day. Really quick and efficient check in service, staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were big, clean, really comfortable and very nice! Beds were really comfortable too! Very nice bathroom as well! We paid for the breakfast and it was well ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Really good price, room was lovely and communal area downstairs was nice too. Only downside is the location it feels like it’s on a bit of a random road but everything besides that is fine. It’s within walking distance of the shopping centre and tram stop.
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Everything great experience
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Friendly efficient staff. Room clean
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025

Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
All good
Reviewed on 16 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.

Dundrum
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Dundrum. Top attractions like Dundrum Town Centre and Marlay Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dundrum Station or Balally Station to see more of the city.

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.


