Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide
Visit Grand Canal Dock
Popular places to visit
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.
Grand Canal
Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}
Grand Canal Square
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant 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: Windmill Lane Recording Studios Tour
Silicon Docks Brewery and Craft Beer Tour in Dublin
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop
Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings
Our pick of the best Grand Canal Dock Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025
Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025
Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025
Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025
Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025
Reviewed on 29 Jan. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Canal Dock
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
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.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Herbert Park and RDS Main Arena.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by National Wax Museum Plus or Dame Street while you're exploring the area.
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 Jervis Shopping Center and Abbey Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The National Concert Hall or Iveagh Gardens and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- St Stephen’s ‘Pepper Canister’ Church
- Guinness Storehouse
- Trinity College
- Aviva Stadium
- Grafton Street
- St. Stephen's Green
- Dublin Castle
- O'Connell Street
- Croke Park
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- Malahide Castle
- Emerald Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Marlay Park
- Powerscourt Estate
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum