Car & Van Hire - North Dublin Finglas

Whether you're heading into Dublin city or picking up a hire car to continue your journey north, Finglas is a practical starting point. Enterprise offers car hire North Dublin Finglas and van hire North Dublin Finglas from this branch, with a range of vehicles ready when you are.

Finglas is a large north Dublin suburb with a well-established village at its core. It sits between the M50 and the city centre, making it easy to reach most parts of the capital in under thirty minutes. The River Tolka runs along the southern edge of the area, and the nearby Tolka Valley Park gives the suburb a greener character than you might expect. St Canice's Church, one of the oldest landmarks in the area, anchors the older part of the village, which still carries a strong community feel. Beyond the centre, Finglas opens up quickly to the north, with good road access toward County Meath and the coast.

Hiring a car here makes sense if you have onward plans beyond Dublin itself. The N2 takes you north through Ashbourne and into County Meath, while the M50 connects easily to the rest of the country. Whether you're heading to Drogheda, Navan or further into rural Ireland, having a hire car on hand keeps your schedule flexible. A 7-seater people carrier or SUV is a good choice for families or groups who need more room on longer journeys, and automatic car options are available for those who prefer them.

Van hire North Dublin Finglas suits a wider range of needs than you might think. The area has a busy mix of light industrial units and business parks, so a small van or large van hire is useful for anyone dealing with equipment, deliveries or a house move. Groups arriving into the area with luggage, or heading out on a longer trip together, often find a minivan a more comfortable and cost-effective option than splitting across multiple cars.

Nearby attractions

The National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin are just a short drive from Finglas and well worth an hour or two. The gardens hold more than 15,000 plant species. The restored Victorian glasshouses, including the Turner Curvilinear Range, are particularly impressive. It's a quiet and surprisingly spacious spot given how close it is to the city.

Malahide Castle and its surrounding parkland are an easy drive up the coast road. The castle dates back to the 12th century and sits within 260 acres of grounds that include gardens, walking paths and a pitch-and-putt course. The nearby village of Malahide has good cafes and a harbour that's worth a look on a bright day.

For something on a different scale, Newgrange in County Meath is reachable in under an hour. The Neolithic passage tomb, built around 3200 BC, is one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Europe and part of the Brú na Bóinne UNESCO World Heritage Site. Access is through the visitor centre, and it's best to book ahead during busy periods.

County Meath and the Boyne Valley are closer from Finglas than from most Dublin locations, which makes this part of north Dublin a genuinely useful base for anyone planning to combine a city visit with time in Ireland's historic midlands. The road north is straightforward, and the countryside opens up quickly once you're past the M50.