Guidebook for Dublin 6
Entertainment & Activities
iconic cinema with full bar and cult movie screenings; a great night out! Omniplex for new releases;
75 locals recommend
Stella Cinema
209 Rathmines Rd Lowericonic cinema with full bar and cult movie screenings; a great night out! Omniplex for new releases;
3Arena
North Wall QuayConcerts all year around!
Shopping
All main brands over 3 floors - House of Fraser; Zara; H & M; Urban Outfitters; Carraig Donn; Diesel; Gap; Harvey Nichols; https://www.dundrum.ie/shops
143 locals recommend
Dundrum Town Centre
Sandyford RoadAll main brands over 3 floors - House of Fraser; Zara; H & M; Urban Outfitters; Carraig Donn; Diesel; Gap; Harvey Nichols; https://www.dundrum.ie/shops
Dublin's main shopping district - and, as shopping is thirsty work enjoy a well-earned glass of wine at Balfe's Brasserie at The Westbury before you explore Brown Thomas!
172 locals recommend
Grafton Street
Grafton StreetDublin's main shopping district - and, as shopping is thirsty work enjoy a well-earned glass of wine at Balfe's Brasserie at The Westbury before you explore Brown Thomas!
Sightseeing
Chester Beatty Library offers free exhibitions and a great lunch - lovely green area to relax and soak up the sun (if it shines) and take a break from the bustling city.
403 locals recommend
Dublin Castle
Dame StreetChester Beatty Library offers free exhibitions and a great lunch - lovely green area to relax and soak up the sun (if it shines) and take a break from the bustling city.
An iconic attraction with over 1M visitors per year - fantastic views over the city in Gravity Bar.
950 locals recommend
Guinness Storehouse
An iconic attraction with over 1M visitors per year - fantastic views over the city in Gravity Bar.
St Stephens Green
Saint Stephen's GreenThe tour is well-regarded and conveniently adjacent to St Patricks Cathedral Park - grab a gourmet sandwich, juice or coffee from Bite of Life cafe and relax in the park.
391 locals recommend
St Patrick's Cathedral
Saint Patrick's CloseThe tour is well-regarded and conveniently adjacent to St Patricks Cathedral Park - grab a gourmet sandwich, juice or coffee from Bite of Life cafe and relax in the park.
Food Scene
Dillinger's
47 RanelaghFantastic weekend Brunch - Mexican style with wicked cocktails!
Try the Chef's menu - 7 smaller courses of mouthwatering seasonal cooking!
16 locals recommend
Host Restaurant
13 RanelaghTry the Chef's menu - 7 smaller courses of mouthwatering seasonal cooking!
HEY DONNA
60 Dame StreetCanteen style set-up with an ever-changing menu of exciting flavours!
Nightmarket
120 RanelaghThai cuisine at its best! Must be booked in advance!
Butcher Grill
92 Main StOne word - Meat ... whatever way you like it!
Kinara Kitchen
17 Ranelagh RdIndian - delicate fish; well-seasoned curries; delicious wine list
Nick's Coffee
20 Ranelagh RoadSmall kiosk with strong coffee to kick start the day!
Parks & Nature
2 Merrion Square S
2 Merrion Square SouthHosts a range of concerts throughout the summer - you can get there by bus or Dublin Bike.
71 locals recommend
Marlay Park
Grange RoadHosts a range of concerts throughout the summer - you can get there by bus or Dublin Bike.
Nearby park with pond, ducks and green areas to relax - grab a coffee in Nick's and ease into the day ;)
11 locals recommend
Ranelagh station
Nearby park with pond, ducks and green areas to relax - grab a coffee in Nick's and ease into the day ;)
Essentials
Public swimming pool/sauna/steam with gym: open from 7am-10pm weeknights and 10-5pm at weekends
46 locals recommend
Swan Leisure
161 Rathmines Rd LowerPublic swimming pool/sauna/steam with gym: open from 7am-10pm weeknights and 10-5pm at weekends
All your wellbeing and organic needs - a great selection of gorgeous juices!
15 locals recommend
The Hopsack
All your wellbeing and organic needs - a great selection of gorgeous juices!
Convenient shopping and cost-efficient! open until 10 weekdays and 9 at weekends
41 locals recommend
ALDI
Convenient shopping and cost-efficient! open until 10 weekdays and 9 at weekends
Drinks & Nightlife
Open late - always a lively evening - great craft beers and a pizza and beer deal - open until 1.30pm
124 locals recommend
Blackbird
82-84 Rathmines Rd LowerOpen late - always a lively evening - great craft beers and a pizza and beer deal - open until 1.30pm
For a quick or quiet pint - this neighbourhood bar is unassuming with a great pint of Guinness ;)
Corrigans
27 Mountpleasant Ave LowerFor a quick or quiet pint - this neighbourhood bar is unassuming with a great pint of Guinness ;)
I always have fun here! Intimate venue - perfect for live gigs - http://www.thesugarclub.com/listings
26 locals recommend
The Sugar Club
8 Leeson Street LowerI always have fun here! Intimate venue - perfect for live gigs - http://www.thesugarclub.com/listings
A hive of activity during the week which comes to life at the weekends - too many bars and restaurants to mention but worth a visit - Against the Grain - Craft beers; Hang Dai - restaurant with live DJs; Whelan's - Live music.
2 Camden Street Lower
2 Camden Street LowerA hive of activity during the week which comes to life at the weekends - too many bars and restaurants to mention but worth a visit - Against the Grain - Craft beers; Hang Dai - restaurant with live DJs; Whelan's - Live music.