Guidebook for Dublin

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Guidebook for Dublin

Food Scene

This is like a real Irish country kitchen. They are best known for thei boxty dishes (Irish potato based dishes); they also serve steak, stews, seafood and class irish hospitality. They also provide group demonstrations in traditional Irish cooking (booking is advised).
45 locals recommend
Gallaghers Boxty House
45 locals recommend
This is like a real Irish country kitchen. They are best known for thei boxty dishes (Irish potato based dishes); they also serve steak, stews, seafood and class irish hospitality. They also provide group demonstrations in traditional Irish cooking (booking is advised).
The slow cooked Beef and Guinness Stew is one of the best we have evertasted. You can get this as part of their lunch special. You could also try the Dubliner Coddle or Lamb Shank....yummi !
33 locals recommend
Quays
10-12 Temple Bar
33 locals recommend
The slow cooked Beef and Guinness Stew is one of the best we have evertasted. You can get this as part of their lunch special. You could also try the Dubliner Coddle or Lamb Shank....yummi !
This is the perfect place for a quiet pint, a tasty meal or a lively music session or just to rest your feet for a while. You´ll always be sure of a warm, friendly welcome. O’Neill’s is a genuine traditional Old Irish pub renowned for its friendly staff and patrons, its great atmosphere and world-famous food. It looks like a regular pub from the outside, but inside it’s a pleasure to drink in, with its various nooks and crannies, upstairs and down.
60 locals recommend
O'Neills Pub
2 Suffolk St
60 locals recommend
This is the perfect place for a quiet pint, a tasty meal or a lively music session or just to rest your feet for a while. You´ll always be sure of a warm, friendly welcome. O’Neill’s is a genuine traditional Old Irish pub renowned for its friendly staff and patrons, its great atmosphere and world-famous food. It looks like a regular pub from the outside, but inside it’s a pleasure to drink in, with its various nooks and crannies, upstairs and down.
Established in 1996, The Porterhouse pioneered craft brewing. Producing three stouts, four ales and three lagers the Porterhouse has won various awards. The first brewpub in Dublin in 1996, The Porterhouse Temple Bar houses the largest selection of world bottled beers, carriers various cask beers and guest beers on rotation and is famous for its Oyster Stout and Carlingford Oysters with live music 7 nights a week. Porterhouse bars are now found in Dublin, London and New York.
108 locals recommend
Porterhouse Temple Bar
16-18 Parliament St
108 locals recommend
Established in 1996, The Porterhouse pioneered craft brewing. Producing three stouts, four ales and three lagers the Porterhouse has won various awards. The first brewpub in Dublin in 1996, The Porterhouse Temple Bar houses the largest selection of world bottled beers, carriers various cask beers and guest beers on rotation and is famous for its Oyster Stout and Carlingford Oysters with live music 7 nights a week. Porterhouse bars are now found in Dublin, London and New York.
Just in front of the house, this lovely, cosy italian cafè serves fresh and delicious food using the best possible ingredients at an affordable price.
Bus Stop Cafe
Essex Quay
Just in front of the house, this lovely, cosy italian cafè serves fresh and delicious food using the best possible ingredients at an affordable price.
They have a great selection of traditional irish dishes, the best deal is a four course lunch for 25 eur. They are open for dinner 7 nights a week. Keep an eye on their daily special tweets ! Gogarty's restaurant has one of the widest selections of wines in Dublin with prices to suit every budget.
40 locals recommend
Oliver St. John Gogarty's Pub
18-21 Anglesea St
40 locals recommend
They have a great selection of traditional irish dishes, the best deal is a four course lunch for 25 eur. They are open for dinner 7 nights a week. Keep an eye on their daily special tweets ! Gogarty's restaurant has one of the widest selections of wines in Dublin with prices to suit every budget.
INDIAN-alterative food. Best Curry House in ireland - Halal Juicy Currys. Three open kitchens: BBQ kitchen, Curry Kitchen and Pure Vegetable kitchen serving fresh aromatic spices. Chefs are trained by the mother of Madina family. Madina Family started back in 2002 on Moore Street, The First Desi (Traditional) food flavours from Africa, Middle Eastern to Asia and The Sub-Continent, Madina Family Have for almost a decade serving the finest and tastiest signatory Desi (Traditional) Homemade Style Dish's in Dublin (Inspired by their mothers famous cooking). Since they have opened our restaurant in Mary Street July 2006, they have received numerous awards and great reviews from the Irish Media.
12 locals recommend
Madina Desi Curry Co
60 Mary St
12 locals recommend
INDIAN-alterative food. Best Curry House in ireland - Halal Juicy Currys. Three open kitchens: BBQ kitchen, Curry Kitchen and Pure Vegetable kitchen serving fresh aromatic spices. Chefs are trained by the mother of Madina family. Madina Family started back in 2002 on Moore Street, The First Desi (Traditional) food flavours from Africa, Middle Eastern to Asia and The Sub-Continent, Madina Family Have for almost a decade serving the finest and tastiest signatory Desi (Traditional) Homemade Style Dish's in Dublin (Inspired by their mothers famous cooking). Since they have opened our restaurant in Mary Street July 2006, they have received numerous awards and great reviews from the Irish Media.
From the front door to the interior decor the restaurant has the distinct flavour of a Roman trattoria, the kind you find in Trastevere in Rome. Specializing in a variety of pizzas prepared for you in a visible oven, as well as succulent meat and fish dishes at reasonable prices.
Al Vesuvio
Meeting House Square
From the front door to the interior decor the restaurant has the distinct flavour of a Roman trattoria, the kind you find in Trastevere in Rome. Specializing in a variety of pizzas prepared for you in a visible oven, as well as succulent meat and fish dishes at reasonable prices.
Fine steakhouse. At Buckley’s, the quality and traceability of the meat is of utmost importance. From a factory in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin that the quality of the meat is garanteed.
42 locals recommend
FX Buckley Steakhouse Pembroke Street
1A Pembroke Street Lower
42 locals recommend
Fine steakhouse. At Buckley’s, the quality and traceability of the meat is of utmost importance. From a factory in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin that the quality of the meat is garanteed.
Lovely and fine Indonesian restaurant !
9 locals recommend
Chameleon
1 Fownes Street Lower
9 locals recommend
Lovely and fine Indonesian restaurant !
Fine restaurant, more than 600 wickedly quaffable wines, many served by the glass, all to take away. The staff will help you to choose wines to match your food or party and they can give discounts on larger purchases.
175 locals recommend
Fallon & Byrne, Food Hall
11-17 Exchequer St
175 locals recommend
Fine restaurant, more than 600 wickedly quaffable wines, many served by the glass, all to take away. The staff will help you to choose wines to match your food or party and they can give discounts on larger purchases.

Drinks & Nightlife

The Liquor Rooms is the latest offering on Dublin's cocktail scene- located under the Clarence Hotel every night they serve up good food and even better cocktails. If cockatils aren't your thing -they also have a great selection of craft beers for you to try. Open 7 nights a week from 5 pm 'til late.
62 locals recommend
The Liquor Rooms
6-8 Wellington Quay
62 locals recommend
The Liquor Rooms is the latest offering on Dublin's cocktail scene- located under the Clarence Hotel every night they serve up good food and even better cocktails. If cockatils aren't your thing -they also have a great selection of craft beers for you to try. Open 7 nights a week from 5 pm 'til late.
This is a perfect place to pop into for a pint of Guinness or some food that will rival the mammy's cooking with quality chef specials every day. With a large whiskey and beer selection they have live music 7 nights a week. This pub also has a very interesting history including being a Guild for Merchant Tailors. Also upstairs in their restaurant, which caters for large groups you can book the Merchants Arch for private hire. If you are lucky enough to get a window table you can take in the breathtaking views of the River Liffey overlooking the Penny Bridge.
9 locals recommend
Merchants Arch Bar and Restaurant
48-49 Wellington Quay
9 locals recommend
This is a perfect place to pop into for a pint of Guinness or some food that will rival the mammy's cooking with quality chef specials every day. With a large whiskey and beer selection they have live music 7 nights a week. This pub also has a very interesting history including being a Guild for Merchant Tailors. Also upstairs in their restaurant, which caters for large groups you can book the Merchants Arch for private hire. If you are lucky enough to get a window table you can take in the breathtaking views of the River Liffey overlooking the Penny Bridge.
Slap bang in the middle of Temple Bar, you'll this place. During the dayyou can have a chilled out drink here and enjoy a bite to eat as well. As the sun sets the atmosphere gets livelier and it's hard to leave. There's live music 7 nights a week and the bands will play you a song from your country no matter where you from.
9 locals recommend
The Auld Dubliner
9 locals recommend
Slap bang in the middle of Temple Bar, you'll this place. During the dayyou can have a chilled out drink here and enjoy a bite to eat as well. As the sun sets the atmosphere gets livelier and it's hard to leave. There's live music 7 nights a week and the bands will play you a song from your country no matter where you from.
Drop in to Fitzimons any night of the week to meet both tourists and Dubliners in the mood for a party. With live musicians & DJs, there is a great mix of music and entertainment-7nights a week. The fifth floor has an open air roof top bar.
Fitzsimons Hotel
Wellington Quay
Drop in to Fitzimons any night of the week to meet both tourists and Dubliners in the mood for a party. With live musicians & DJs, there is a great mix of music and entertainment-7nights a week. The fifth floor has an open air roof top bar.
It's no surprise this place has been going for over 170 years, they have won the "Irish music pub of the year" 9 years running, the staff here are really friendly and are full of useful information on Dublin's sights and history. It is also home to the largest Whiskey Collection in Ireland. Oh and make sure you try the oysters !
528 locals recommend
Temple Bar
528 locals recommend
It's no surprise this place has been going for over 170 years, they have won the "Irish music pub of the year" 9 years running, the staff here are really friendly and are full of useful information on Dublin's sights and history. It is also home to the largest Whiskey Collection in Ireland. Oh and make sure you try the oysters !
Classic irish bar open 7 days, early til late. Live traditional Irish music sessions every day. Why not drop in to see them and experience an authentic Irish bar with a real Irish welcome. Full food menu 12 noon to 9 pm every day.
24 locals recommend
The Old Storehouse
3 Crown Alley
24 locals recommend
Classic irish bar open 7 days, early til late. Live traditional Irish music sessions every day. Why not drop in to see them and experience an authentic Irish bar with a real Irish welcome. Full food menu 12 noon to 9 pm every day.
Cosmopolitan & stylish, this large cafe, bar and restaurant boasts a spectacular décor, combining Art Nouveau and Deco periods. You can't miss it !
85 locals recommend
Café en Seine
40 Dawson St
85 locals recommend
Cosmopolitan & stylish, this large cafe, bar and restaurant boasts a spectacular décor, combining Art Nouveau and Deco periods. You can't miss it !
The atmosphere is bubbly and the decor is lively to say the least. Really cool bar in Dublin, very original and not just another generic Dublin bar. I'll find it hard to go to any other bar!!
22 locals recommend
37 Dawson St
37 Dawson Street
22 locals recommend
The atmosphere is bubbly and the decor is lively to say the least. Really cool bar in Dublin, very original and not just another generic Dublin bar. I'll find it hard to go to any other bar!!
The drinks menu is reasonably priced and the cocktails are delicious. The bouncers are lovely, not at all aggressive without reason and the atmosphere is simply party party party. Suggested for young guests !
70 locals recommend
The Workman's Club
10 Wellington Quay
70 locals recommend
The drinks menu is reasonably priced and the cocktails are delicious. The bouncers are lovely, not at all aggressive without reason and the atmosphere is simply party party party. Suggested for young guests !
For the past six months they've been working hard on a really exciting new project at the existing location in the Royal Hibernian Way and they're now delighted to announce that it’s now all systems go. They are back with something a bit different...very nice place!
The Grafton Lounge
2 Duke Ln
For the past six months they've been working hard on a really exciting new project at the existing location in the Royal Hibernian Way and they're now delighted to announce that it’s now all systems go. They are back with something a bit different...very nice place!
House has a feeling of relaxed glamour, luxury and ease throughout. Elegant place, suggested evening dress.
49 locals recommend
House Dublin
27 Leeson Street Lower
49 locals recommend
House has a feeling of relaxed glamour, luxury and ease throughout. Elegant place, suggested evening dress.

Sightseeing

Located in the heart of the legendary St James's Gate Brewery in Dublin, this production site has been home to the Guinness Company since 1759, when Arthur Guinness, signed the now famous 9,000 year lease on the Brewery.
289 locals recommend
Dublin
8 Grand Canal Place
289 locals recommend
Located in the heart of the legendary St James's Gate Brewery in Dublin, this production site has been home to the Guinness Company since 1759, when Arthur Guinness, signed the now famous 9,000 year lease on the Brewery.
On display, you will find the examples of silver, ceramics, glassware, furniture, jewellery, coins and medals.
166 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History
Benburb Street
166 locals recommend
On display, you will find the examples of silver, ceramics, glassware, furniture, jewellery, coins and medals.
Dublinia is one of the Dublin's top visitor attractions with three exciting exhibitions, Viking Dublin, Medieval Dublin and History Hunters !
148 locals recommend
Dublinia
148 locals recommend
Dublinia is one of the Dublin's top visitor attractions with three exciting exhibitions, Viking Dublin, Medieval Dublin and History Hunters !
Christ Church Cathedral founded almost 1,000 years ago is located in the spiritual heart of Dublin. Experience the cathedral's beautiful interior.
378 locals recommend
Christ Church Cathedral
Christchurch Place
378 locals recommend
Christ Church Cathedral founded almost 1,000 years ago is located in the spiritual heart of Dublin. Experience the cathedral's beautiful interior.
Built in honour of Ireland's patron saint, Saint Patrick's Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin.
20 locals recommend
Patrick's Cathedral station
20 locals recommend
Built in honour of Ireland's patron saint, Saint Patrick's Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin.
The Old Jameson Distillery is closed for some revamping until March 2017. The good news: they're reopening in time for a bit of a St. Patrick’s Day bash. We apologise if this affects your plans, but if it’s whiskey you’re after our neighbours in Generator Hostel are worth a visit. Jameson approved whiskey tasting classes take place seven days a week and can be booked next door in Generator Hostel from 11:00-17:00.
485 locals recommend
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Bow Street
485 locals recommend
The Old Jameson Distillery is closed for some revamping until March 2017. The good news: they're reopening in time for a bit of a St. Patrick’s Day bash. We apologise if this affects your plans, but if it’s whiskey you’re after our neighbours in Generator Hostel are worth a visit. Jameson approved whiskey tasting classes take place seven days a week and can be booked next door in Generator Hostel from 11:00-17:00.
Story of the Irish is an amazing new visitor experience in central Dublin. It explores the 10.000 year history of the irish people. In Ireland's only cinematic theatre.
8 locals recommend
Story of the Irish Museum
1 Haymarket
8 locals recommend
Story of the Irish is an amazing new visitor experience in central Dublin. It explores the 10.000 year history of the irish people. In Ireland's only cinematic theatre.
Malahide Castle set on 260 acres, is one of the oldest castles in Ireland. Located just 10 minutes from Duplin Airport and 13 km from Dublin City Centre.
96 locals recommend
Malahide
96 locals recommend
Malahide Castle set on 260 acres, is one of the oldest castles in Ireland. Located just 10 minutes from Duplin Airport and 13 km from Dublin City Centre.
Howth is a small fishing village in the north of Dublin. You can arrive there in a easy way taking the bus 31 from the city center to Howth Summit. There, in the Summit you should enjoy a fantatic view while going down there is a small port to have a nice walk. In the Summit you should try a delicious fish and chips (with cod) and mussels with garlic to the Summit I
417 locals recommend
Howth
417 locals recommend
Howth is a small fishing village in the north of Dublin. You can arrive there in a easy way taking the bus 31 from the city center to Howth Summit. There, in the Summit you should enjoy a fantatic view while going down there is a small port to have a nice walk. In the Summit you should try a delicious fish and chips (with cod) and mussels with garlic to the Summit I

Parks & Nature

St. Stephen's Green is Ireland's best known Victorian Public Park and is adjacent to one of Dublin's main shopping streets, Grafton street.
110 locals recommend
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre
Saint Stephen's Green
110 locals recommend
St. Stephen's Green is Ireland's best known Victorian Public Park and is adjacent to one of Dublin's main shopping streets, Grafton street.
Construction of Georgian houses at Merrion Square began in 1762. A fashionable address for the aristocracy the park was purchased in 1930 as a site for a cathedral. The project never materialized and in 1974 it was transferred to the city for public use.
36 locals recommend
Merrion Square
36 locals recommend
Construction of Georgian houses at Merrion Square began in 1762. A fashionable address for the aristocracy the park was purchased in 1930 as a site for a cathedral. The project never materialized and in 1974 it was transferred to the city for public use.
The National Museum of Ireland- Natural History opened in 1857 as the museum of the Royal Dublin Society . It has developed as a cabinet style zoological museum with animals from all over the world.
177 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland
Merrion Street Upper
177 locals recommend
The National Museum of Ireland- Natural History opened in 1857 as the museum of the Royal Dublin Society . It has developed as a cabinet style zoological museum with animals from all over the world.
Dublin Zoo, located in the Phoenix Park in the heart of Dublin city is Ireland's most popular family attraction and welcomed over one million visitors every year.
351 locals recommend
Dublin Zoo
Zoo Road
351 locals recommend
Dublin Zoo, located in the Phoenix Park in the heart of Dublin city is Ireland's most popular family attraction and welcomed over one million visitors every year.
The National Botanic Gardens is noted for its fine plant collections holding over 15,000 plant species and cultivars from a variety of habitats from all around the world.
242 locals recommend
Botanic Gardens, stop 151 station
242 locals recommend
The National Botanic Gardens is noted for its fine plant collections holding over 15,000 plant species and cultivars from a variety of habitats from all around the world.
Bray is a popular seaside resort situated 21km from Dublin city centre. It is an ideal place to visit or stay because of its proximity to both Dublin and the sites in Wicklow. Bray is the longest established seaside town in Ireland, and enjoys a mile long beachfront promenade. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach and scenic walks on bray Heads.
77 locals recommend
Bray
77 locals recommend
Bray is a popular seaside resort situated 21km from Dublin city centre. It is an ideal place to visit or stay because of its proximity to both Dublin and the sites in Wicklow. Bray is the longest established seaside town in Ireland, and enjoys a mile long beachfront promenade. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach and scenic walks on bray Heads.

Getting Around

The bus stop is just in front of the house. You can dowload the free app dublin bus to check the time and the line of your bus.
Exchange Street Lower
Exchange Street Lower
The bus stop is just in front of the house. You can dowload the free app dublin bus to check the time and the line of your bus.
Dublin City Georges Quay is a train station. Just 10 minutes walk from Temple Bar very useful if you want to reach Howth or Bray. Opening hours: 06:00hrs-00:00hrs Mon-Sat 08:30hrs-00:00hrs Sun
Tara Street
Tara Street
Dublin City Georges Quay is a train station. Just 10 minutes walk from Temple Bar very useful if you want to reach Howth or Bray. Opening hours: 06:00hrs-00:00hrs Mon-Sat 08:30hrs-00:00hrs Sun
Luas red line timetable dublin. Tram line from. Mon-Fri: 5.30-24 Sat: 5.30-24
13 locals recommend
Jervis Street
Jervis Street
13 locals recommend
Luas red line timetable dublin. Tram line from. Mon-Fri: 5.30-24 Sat: 5.30-24

Arts & Culture

Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848,1867 and 1916 were detained and in some cases executed here. Many members of the Irish Republican movement during the Anglo-Irish War (1919-21) were also detained in Kilmainham Gaol, guarded by British troops. Names such as Henry Joy McCracken, Robert Emmet, Anne Devlin, Charles Stewart Parnell and the leaders of 1916 will always be associated with the building. It should not be forgotten however that, as a county gaol, Kilmainham held thousands of ordinary men, women and children.
568 locals recommend
Kilmainham Gaol Museum
Inchicore Road
568 locals recommend
Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848,1867 and 1916 were detained and in some cases executed here. Many members of the Irish Republican movement during the Anglo-Irish War (1919-21) were also detained in Kilmainham Gaol, guarded by British troops. Names such as Henry Joy McCracken, Robert Emmet, Anne Devlin, Charles Stewart Parnell and the leaders of 1916 will always be associated with the building. It should not be forgotten however that, as a county gaol, Kilmainham held thousands of ordinary men, women and children.

Entertainment & Activities

What better way to see Dublin, Ireland's vibrant and dynamic capital city, than from 17 storeys high on the roof of Ireland's most famous sporting arena.
302 locals recommend
Croke Park
Jones' Road
302 locals recommend
What better way to see Dublin, Ireland's vibrant and dynamic capital city, than from 17 storeys high on the roof of Ireland's most famous sporting arena.