Glasnevin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Dublin City University
Situated on the north side of Dublin, Dublin City University is close to Dublin Bay and the River Liffey and is home to some of Ireland’s largest performance spaces. It is a justifiably popular point of interest for visitors travelling to Ireland’s bustling capital.
Glasnevin Cemetery
The graves and tombs of many leading lights in recent Irish history are collected together at Dublin’s Glasnevin Cemetery, one of the city’s most popular attractions.
National Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at National Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
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
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop on Drury Street
Dark Dublin: Torture, Murder & Mystery
Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise
Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
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Other neighbourhoods around Glasnevin
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.
Cabra West
When in Cabra West and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Dublin Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cabra Tram Stop or Phibsborough Tram Stop.
Broadstone
While you're in Broadstone, take in top sights like Blessington Street Basin or Mill Race Gallery, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Broadstone - DIT Station or Grangegorman Tram Stop.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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 St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
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- Bon Secours Hospital
- Guinness Storehouse
- Trinity College
- Aviva Stadium
- St. Stephen's Green
- Croke Park
- Dublin Castle
- O'Connell Street
- Grafton Street
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- Malahide Castle
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- Emerald Park
- Marlay Park
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- University College Dublin
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Clontarf Castle
- Powerscourt Estate
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.