Drinks & Nightlife
M O'Briens
8-9 Sussex TerraceThis is where locals go for a post-work drink on a Friday.
House Dublin
27 Leeson Street LowerNice chilled bar during the day, club atmosphere at night.
Toners Pub
139 Baggot Street LowerGood guinness, local hangout
O'Donoghues Bar
15 Merrion RowGood guinness, local hangout, trad music
The Leeson Lounge
148 Leeson Street UpperThis is a local bar with a decent selection of craft beers and regular gigs.
The Sugar Club
8 Leeson Street LowerPopular gig venue
The Dean Dublin
33 Harcourt StBrunch in Sophie's is excellent, booking advised.
Sophisticated spot for a glass of wine and some charcuterie.
54 locals recommend
The Exchequer Wine Bar
19 Ranelagh RoadSophisticated spot for a glass of wine and some charcuterie.
Food Scene
If you're craving buffalo wings or a burger, this is the place to go.
28 locals recommend
Canal Bank Cafe
146 Leeson Street UpperIf you're craving buffalo wings or a burger, this is the place to go.
Coffee 2 Go
79 Mespil RdGreat coffee, WiFi, seats outside.
If you want to treat yourself this is a great option, booking essential.
29 locals recommend
Forest Avenue
8 Sussex RdIf you want to treat yourself this is a great option, booking essential.
Ely Wine Bar
22 Ely PlaceSuperb local food and an amazing wine list.
Rio Rodizio
27 RanelaghGreat Brazilian meat restaurant, bring your appetite!
3FE
32-34 Grand Canal Street LowerGood quality if slightly expensive takeout coffee.
Forest & Marcy
8 Leeson Street UpperWine & nibbles
Everything Else
Mespil Swimming Pool
4 Sussex RdTen seconds from your front door. Steamroom & sauna.
Baggot Street Wines and Whiskey
17 Baggot Street UpperExcellent selection of wine & craft beer
If you're looking for directions home, everyone in Dublin will be able to locate Leeson street bridge.
Leeson Street Bridge
Leeson Street BridgeIf you're looking for directions home, everyone in Dublin will be able to locate Leeson street bridge.
Essentials
Chopped Baggot Street
148 Baggot Street LowerCheap groceries
Spar
131 Leeson Street UpperLocal grocery shop & ATM
Arts & Culture
Caravaggio's Taking of Christ is one good reason...Free entry is another.
316 locals recommend
National Gallery of Ireland
Merrion Square WestCaravaggio's Taking of Christ is one good reason...Free entry is another.
The National Concert Hall
Earlsfort TerraceGetting Around
Charlemont Place
Charlemont PlaceThis is the closest Luas stop, just walk up the canal.
Parks & Nature
Take a picnic, or pick up a coffee and sit on a bench for a while.
720 locals recommend
St Stephens Green
Saint Stephen's GreenTake a picnic, or pick up a coffee and sit on a bench for a while.
Europe's largest enclosed park, Dublin zoo is located here, and herds of wild deer roam the park.
1242 locals recommend
Phoenix Park
Europe's largest enclosed park, Dublin zoo is located here, and herds of wild deer roam the park.
Iveagh Gardens
Saint Stephen's GreenWhere the locals go for their lunch break.