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.

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.

Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

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.
Activities

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Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

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Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins

Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Clontarf Hotel Deals

Clontarf Castle Hotel
The staff so very helpful and the grounds were spectacular. Rooms were simple and well-appointed. What a treat to stay in this beautiful castle landmark!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean, tidy, goodsized room. Location was walkable and the staff were helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Thanks for changing my phone!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Clean, well-appointed room, very helpful staff. Best for seeing Dublin on foot or via public transit. Would not recommend driving to the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
We enjoyed the bar. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The shuttle was on time and efficient. Thank you!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
Nice, big hotel. Great amenities. They checked me in early for free, as I had an early flight arrival.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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.





