Top 10 Instagrammable Places in Dublin for Students Who Love a View

🎒📸 Snap, stroll, and soak up the city – ISIC in hand!

Whether you’re a weekend explorer or just killing time between lectures, Dublin’s full of jaw-dropping views, charming streets, and photo-worthy gems. All you need is your ISIC card, a fully charged phone, and a good eye for angles. Here’s our pick of the 10 most Instagrammable spots in Dublin — perfect for students who travel smart and snap smarter!

1. Guinness Storehouse Gravity Bar

🍻 360° Views + History + Vibes

Top off your Guinness Storehouse tour with epic panoramic views of Dublin from the Gravity Bar. Student discount? Yep – flash that ISIC card for a cheaper entry!

📍 St. James's Gate 📸 Golden hour makes the rooftops glow.

2. Poolbeg Lighthouse Walk

🌊 Sea breeze + Striking reds A long but rewarding walk out to the iconic red lighthouse with skyline views and crashing waves. Ideal for moody skies or coastal selfies.

📍 Great South Wall

📸 Bring headphones + good shoes for max vibes.

3. Killiney Hill

🌄 Hike-worthy + Breathtaking

A short DART ride from the city gets you sweeping views of Dublin Bay and even the Wicklow Mountains on a clear day.

📍 Killiney Hill Park

📸 Top of the hill = epic panorama.

4. Ha'penny Bridge

🌉 Old-school charm + river snaps One of Dublin’s most iconic photo spots, especially when the lights hit the Liffey just right.

📍 Temple Bar area

📸 Cross it at dusk for dreamy symmetry shots.

5. St. Stephen’s Green Park

🍃 Nature + Peace + People-watching

Right in the heart of the city. Perfect for a casual selfie, picnic stories, or a vibey park stroll.

📍 Beside Grafton Street

📸 Duck pond, archways, and seasonal flowers = content gold.

6. Dublin Castle & Gardens

🏰 Pastel vibes + Historical gems

A blend of old and new, with stunning architecture and hidden garden corners.

📍 Dame Street

📸 Look up at the round tower for unique shots.

7. Samuel Beckett Bridge

✨ Modern edge + Sci-fi vibes

Shaped like a harp and stunning lit up at night. Ideal for bold night shots or minimal aesthetic posts.

📍 Docklands

📸 Best after sunset or during light drizzle (trust us).

8. Trinity College Library

📚 Bookish + Magical

Like stepping into Hogwarts. You’ll want to whisper while snapping, but every corner of this place is pure aesthetic.

📍 College Green

📸 Best shot: the Long Room from the center aisle.

9. The Little Museum of Dublin Balcony

📷 Hidden gem + Grafton views

Take a quirky tour with your ISIC discount and sneak a snap from the charming balcony above St. Stephen’s Green.

📍 15 St Stephen's Green

📸 Unexpected angles of the bustling city.

10. Howth Cliff Walk

🌅 Cliffs + Sea + Seals (if you’re lucky)

Just 30 mins by DART, this trail gives you classic Irish views with bonus fresh seafood after.

📍 Howth

📸 Start in the late afternoon for golden hour cliffs.

🤑 Bonus Tip: Use Your ISIC Card

Whether it's discounted entry, cheaper travel, or saving on food while exploring — your ISIC card is your best travel buddy. Want one? visit www.isic.ie and get started.