Metrostays - OConnell Street 84-2
Near: The Spire · 2 min walk
The Spire
150 m away · O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, Ireland
(12,037 reviews)
Irish Whiskey Museum
700 m away · 119 Grafton Street, Dublin, D02 E620, Ireland
(8,275 reviews)
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
750 m away · The Chq Building, Custom House Quay, North Wall, Dublin 1, Ireland
(11,998 reviews)
Molly Malone Statue
800 m away · Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland
(14,822 reviews)
The best time to visit Dublin is from May to September, when temperatures are mildest, ranging from 15°C to 19°C, and daylight hours are longest. June and July are the most pleasant months, with the warmest weather and lower humidity. October is the rainiest month, with 17 rain days, while July and August also see frequent showers. Spring and early autumn offer a good balance of comfortable weather and fewer crowds.
Stay in Dublin City Center for easy access to sights, dining, and the River Liffey; it suits first-time visitors. Ballsbridge, a leafy residential area south of the center, is quieter and good for families or those wanting a relaxed base. Clontarf, along the coast north of the city, offers a seaside feel and is great for joggers or walkers. The Merrion Hotel and The Shelbourne are in the center, while Herbert Park Hotel is in Ballsbridge.
Phoenix Park is one of Europe's largest city parks, great for a stroll. Dublin Zoo, inside the park, is a family favorite. Guinness Storehouse tells the story of Ireland's famous stout with a rooftop view. Malahide Castle & Gardens offers a historic estate just north of the city. The National Museum of Ireland covers Irish history and archaeology.
Full-day tours from Dublin go to the Cliffs of Moher, often combined with the Wild Atlantic Way and Galway; the Giant's Causeway and Belfast; Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny; and the Blarney Stone, Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castles. Each offers a distinct slice of Ireland, from coastal cliffs to historic castles and countryside.
Plan 3 days for Dublin itself: one for Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo, one for Guinness Storehouse and the National Museum of Ireland, and one for Malahide Castle & Gardens plus the city center sights like Molly Malone Statue and The Spire. If you want a day trip to the Cliffs of Moher or Glendalough, add an extra day.
Guinness Storehouse Experience
2 hr
(5,751 reviews)
From $42
Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway
13 hr
(25,024 reviews)
From $86
Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour
12h 30m
(15,201 reviews)
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Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
4 hr
(3,133 reviews)
From $140
Dublin Central Inn
3150 m away · 95-98 Talbot St Dublin City Center
Riu Plaza the Gresham Dublin
4150 m away · 23 O'Connell Street Upper, North City Dublin City Center
(9,115 reviews)
Celtic Lodge Guesthouse - Restaurant & Bar
2250 m away · 82 Talbot St
Point A Hotel Dublin
3250 m away · 17-19 Moore Lane Dublin City Center