What's Dublin 8 like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of the city to explore, why not visit Dublin 8? Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and Royal Hospital Kilmainham. There's plenty more to see, including Dublin Zoo and Irish Museum of Modern Art.
Where are the best places to stay in Dublin 8?
We have 128 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are our travellers' top places to stay in Dublin 8:
The Chancery Hotel
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • 24-hour fitness centre • Cafe • Garden • Walkable location
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Riverfront hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Garden Lane Backpackers
City centre hostel- Free breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • Terrace
Hilton Dublin Kilmainham
Hotel with 2 restaurants and indoor pool- Free Wi-Fi • Steam room • Health club • Bar • Attentive staff
How to get to Dublin 8
Flying to:
- Dublin Airport (DUB), 6.2 mi (10 km) from Dublin 8
Getting to Dublin 8 on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Heuston Station
- Heuston Tram Stop
- James's Station
Things to see and do in and around Dublin 8
What to see in Dublin 8
- Royal Hospital Kilmainham
- Phoenix Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- St Patrick's Tower
Things to do in Dublin 8
- Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
- Dublin Zoo
- Irish Museum of Modern Art
- Collins Barracks
- Guinness Storehouse