Clontarf Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Clontarf Castle
Head to the centre of Dublin for a hint of the town’s historic past at the picturesque Clontarf Castle. Built in the 1830s, this stoic Georgian country house stands on the site of a much older building. In fact, the history of the area dates all the way back to the 11th Century, when the original medieval Clontarf Castle stood here.
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
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Activities
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Clontarf Hotel Deals
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Clean room, attentive staff, great food and service at restaurants. The castle itself was amazing, great artwork and history. The location is about 3 miles outside of Dublin center circle. Which is not far but due to Dublins layout plan on 30 minute commute to get to popular pubs, shopping and cathedrals. ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
The hotel itself is fine for airport location. The staff are friendly and service goodt the hotel lacks entertainment! It was Christmas and besides background music that was it. I understand it gets people coming from the airport and going to the airport but never has some live music.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Friendly staff, lovely room and great location.
Reviewed on 24 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 Clontarf
North Wall
While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, 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 Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
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, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal 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.
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
