Our Top Attractions to Visit in Dublin During Your Stay at The Green
Our Central Location
Situated at the corner of St. Stephen’s Green, at the heart of Dublin’s vibrant city center, The Green Hotel stands as a premier four-star destination. Whether your stay is for business or leisure, shopping or socialising, touring or tearing up the town, the Green offers the perfect base for exploring the very best that Dublin has to offer.
Staying at The Green means it’s within walking distance of Dublin’s top landmarks, cultural attractions, and entertainment hubs. The Old Library & Book of Kells, Iveagh Gardens, Trinity College, and Grafton Street, Dublin’s premier shopping district, are all located within minutes of the lobby. The Green is ideal for guests traveling for business, as it is situated within a short distance of the city’s top business districts, including the IFSC and Grand Canal Dock.
Our city centre location means our hotel is well serviced by public transport. The Luas green line is located a 2 minute walk from the hotel, connecting guests to Sandyford Business District and Dundrum Shopping Centre. There is a Dublin bike station located 2 minutes’ walk from the hotel, giving guests access to bikes available to rent by the minute for use across the city centre. Dublin Bus stops are located throughout the Stephen’s Green area, offering transport connections across Dublin and beyond.
Near The Best of Dublin’s Sightseeing
The Green is the ideal base for guests who wish to explore the best of Dublin’s top cultural attractions and landmarks. St. Stephen’s Green, the Victorian public park, is located adjacent to the hotel and is an oasis of calm away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre: perfect for a leisurely stroll or morning run during your stay at the Green.
Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest and most prestigious university, is one of the city’s cultural treasures and is located a 10-minute walk from the lobby. Visitors can marvel at the Book of Kells and the college’s old library. Just a short walk from Trinity College is Dublin Castle, one of the most important buildings in Irish history. Visitors can take a guided tour and explore the excavation site of Viking and medieval Dublin, the Gothic Chapel Royal and finally the splendour of the former State Apartments.
All of the city’s other top attractions, including its distilleries and breweries, are within a stroll or a short bus ride of the Green.
Near The Best of Dublin’s Restaurants
FIRE Steakhouse and Bar, located on Dawson Street, serving award-winning steaks, delectable starters and indulgent desserts. Boasting an inviting and cosy atmosphere, it’s the perfect choice for special occasions.
Lovinspoon, situated on Frederick Street, is renowned for serving the best Irish breakfast in Dublin city centre. Breakfast enthusiasts can savour hearty plates featuring sausages, bacon, black pudding, and eggs, along with customizable options and a selection of sandwiches and paninis.
Also, our Pen and Player Cocktail Bar, Dublin’s newest premium cocktail destination. Situated on the corner of Harcourt Street, it offers picturesque views of St. Stephen’s Green. Pen & Player boasts an intimate and unique atmosphere, with interior design paying homage to the architectural heritage of the Georgian buildings it calls home while tastefully incorporating modern elements. Committed to using the highest quality, locally sourced produce and expertise, we invite you to come and experience our creations firsthand. View our Menu here.
Near The Best of Dublin’s Shopping
The Green’s city centre location means it is ideally situated right on the doorstep of Dublin’s best shopping. Grafton Street, the city’s premiere shopping district, is a 5 minute walk from the lobby, offering the iconic department store Brown Thomas and Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre.
The O’Connell Street area is a 15 minute walk from the hotel just over the River Liffey, offering shopping on Henry Street and in the other iconic Dublin department store, Arnotts. Visitors can experience the historic 1916 monuments and take in the sight of The Spire, all located along O’Connell Street.
After a long day of shopping in the city, take a short stroll back to The Green and enjoy a drink of your choosing in our hotel bar before retreating back to the comfort of your hotel room.
Near The Best of Dublin’s Entertainment
Our hotel boasts a prime city centre location, making it the perfect base from which to explore the best of Dublin’s entertainment and nightlife. The Gaiety Theatre is conveniently located 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel lobby, offering visitors the very best of Dublin’s opera, musicals, drama, comedy, and concerts. Temple Bar, which is also known as “Dublin’s Cultural Corner” is 15 minutes’ walk from the lobby and is packed full of bars, restaurants, and live music. The Olympia Theatre is also located 13 minutes from the Green.
The Grafton Street district is renowned for its top restaurants, bars and cafes, meaning guests at the Green are within minutes of Dublin’s best food and drink offerings.
The Green’s ideal city centre location means it is also in close proximity to all major concert and sports venues in Dublin including The 3 Arena, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Aviva Stadium, RDS Main Arena, Croke Park and many others.
Near All of Dublin’s Central Transport Links
The Green’s city centre location means it is within walking distance of all of Dublin’s central transport links.
The Luas green line is a 2 minute walk from the lobby, which services destinations such as Sandyford Business District, Dundrum Town Centre and Ranelagh. Pearse Street Dart Station is a 20 minute walk from the hotel connecting guests further out of the city with attractions including Killiney Beach, Howth and the Bray Head to Greystone’s Cliff Walk.
There are also a large number of Dublin Bus routes which pass by the hotel, providing guests with easy access across various parts of Dublin City.
The Green
1-5 Harcourt Street (off Stephen’s Green),
Dublin 2,
Ireland
Phone: +353 1 607 3600
Fax: +353 1 661 5663
Email: info@ocallaghancollection.com
St. Stephen’s Green
Located right on the doorstep of the Green Hotel, St. Stephen’s Green is one of Dublin’s most spectacular Victorian public parks and features over 3.5km of pathways, meaning it’s ideal for guests who wish to take a morning run or leisurely walk of the park during their stay at the Green. The park features a stunning waterfall, an ornamental lake, colorful flower beds and many species of birds and animals.
The city’s premier shopping district, Grafton Street is located adjacent to St. Stephen’s Green park, which offers the very best of Dublin’s shopping, cafes and restaurants, right on the doorstep of the Green Hotel.
Grafton Street
Grafton Street, Dublin’s premiere shopping district is a 7 minute walk from the hotel lobby and offers visitors the best of high street fashion and designer outlets. The street offers the very best of Irish shops including the iconic department store, Brown Thomas which stocks international favorites such as Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein, Ted Baker & Rituals. Everyday favorites such as Lifestyle Sports, Tommy Hilfiger and many more are also located on Grafton Street. The iconic Bewley’s Café is also located on Grafton Street, perfect for a coffee break during a busy day of shopping.
The Green is ideally located right beside Grafton Street, making it the perfect base to stay after a long day of shopping or sightseeing in the city.
Iveagh Gardens
The Green is also adjacent to Iveagh Gardens which is popularly known as Dublin’s “Secret Garden”. Designed by Ninian Niven in 1865, but with a history dating back over 300 years, Iveagh Gardens is a true hidden gem, perfect for a leisurely walk while exploring the gardens beautiful landscapes during your stay at the Green. The Cascade is a beautiful waterfall located in the Iveagh Garden and is particularly impressive in the summer. The park has been awarded a Green Flag, the international standard for parks and green spaces.
Dublin’s Breweries and Distilleries
Dublin is famously known for its distilleries and breweries so any visit to the Irish capital must include a visit to a city brewery or distillery. Visit Irelands #1 tourist attraction, The Guinness storehouse, explore the tasting rooms and view the famous Guinness cycling fish while you are guided through the wonderful history of Arthur Guinness, creator of the world-famous Guinness stout. Finally, enjoy a pint of Guinness while overlooking the beautiful city of Dublin with 360 panoramic views in the Gravity Bar.
Why not also visit the world’s leading distillery tour, Jameson distillery, here in Dublin. Discover the history and legacy of the Jameson family on a guided tour and learn whiskey is blended.
The Green hotel is a 25 minute walk from the Storehouse and the Distillery but is also easily accessible by Dublin Bus routes which stop conveniently close to the hotel.
Temple Bar
Temple Bar also know as “Dublin’s Cultural Corner” is the most iconic and well-known neighborhood in Dublin City for nightlife, conveniently located within a few minutes of the Green Hotel. Temple Bar is packed with Irish cultural institutions, including the Irish Film Institute, The Gaiety School of Acting and Temple Bar Art Gallery & Studios.
Enjoy live music over a drink of your choosing in the Temple Bar Pub or take a stroll around Temple Bar and take in all that Dublin’s Cultural Corner has to offer including the talented busker singers or the creative street artwork in the area before relaxing back at the comfort of your hotel room.
Dublin’s Main Sports Venues and Concerts
The Green is ideally located right in the centre of all of the city’s major concerts and sports venues, including the Gaiety Theatre, the 3 Arena, Bord Gais Energy Theatre, Aviva Stadium, RDS Main Arena , Croke Park and many more.
The hotel’s easy access to Dublin’s top cultural attractions means it’s the perfect base to stay and enjoy the very best of the city’s concerts and sporting events. The Green is also served well by public transport with the Luas green line located right on the hotel’s doorstep and bus routes which serve an extensive route of Dublin City. Pearse Street Train Station is located a 20 minute walk from the lobby which stops right outside the Aviva Stadium.
After an evening of entertainment, why not unwind back at the hotel bar with a late night tipple before having a restful night’s sleep in one of our comfy bedrooms.
