Visit Portobello
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Things to do
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Portobello Hotel Deals
Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
Clean room, very friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Keavans Port
Great location! Cheap breakfast!
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
My stay at the hotel was great, staff friendly, meals excellent and very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Everything
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast had a good variety of food.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Fantastic central location. Clean, modern hotel with an incredible breakfast buffet. Staff were incredibly professional and helpful. If we ever find ourselves in beautiful Dublin again, we will most definitely stay at this place - it’s a ten out of ten!
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Portobello
Warrenmount
While Warrenmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Rathmines
Rathmines 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 Swan Shopping Centre or Cathal Brugha Barracks.
Temple Bar
Dublin's cultural hub boasts institutions like the Irish Film Institute and Temple Bar Gallery, while offering vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs, pubs, and restaurants. Explore Meetinghouse Square and Temple Bar Square during your stay.
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 Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
