Many historical buildings like Trinity College, Dublin Castle, The Mansion House, the National Gallery, National Library and National Museum are all within easy walking distance. The tourist office is located on O'Connell Street for any further information you may require. Also there are many Dublin City Hop On - Hop Off' bus tours which begin on O'Connell Street.
Just a short stroll from the door of the hotel you will find a multitude of facilities and attractions. You can enjoy some of the best shopping Ireland has to offer, explore the sights and sounds of Temple Bar, Dublin's Cultural Quarter, or relax and watch the world go by in one of Dublin's many fine cafés, reataurants, or bars.

The Academy Hotel is also within easy reach of Dublins famous Rugby, Soccer and GAA stadiums. There are seven Golf Clubs within a short drive from the hotel. The more famous ones being Portmarnock and Royal Dublin. The hotel reception staff can pre book golf tee times.

Dublin is a dynamic city and plays host to a huge range of events all year round, with everything from opera to rock concerts, and modern art to musicals, concerts, theatre and more! There's never a shortage of excitement and entertainment in Dublin. To find out more about what the city has to offer.