Temple Bar
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Temple Bar

Quartier de Temple Bar - © Rolf G Wackenberg

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Temple Bar : Must-See Attractions

Love Lane at Temple Bar - Fionn McCann - Fáilte Ireland
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Love Lane

Discover Love Lane in Temple Bar, a romantic, colorful alleyway restored by Anna Doran, dotted with poems and quotations: Dublin's must-see street art.
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rory gallagher corner
Irish monuments

Rory Gallagher Corner

Dublin's Temple Bar is home to the Rory Gallagher Corner, an intersection that pays tribute to one of the greatest Irish guitarists of all time!
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Merchant’s Arch

Here's a historic Dublin street, right in the heart of Temple Bar! You'll recognize it by its arch and red-brick buildings!
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How do I get there?

The Temple Bar district is best explored on foot. To get there, take a bus or taxi, then stroll at your own pace.

Above all, take your time: Temple Bar is discovered by soaking in its atmosphere!

Don't forget

At Temple Bar, Irish pubs and restaurants are expensive! Very expensive indeed! Expect prices to be double for a pint or a meal!

Our advice: explore the district, but don’t hesitate to venture into other establishments a little further away. You’ll save money!

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Temple Bar

Temple Bar is one of the most renowned places in Dublin. Highly frequented in the evenings and on weekends, this ultra-touristy and trendy district truly comes alive at night, offering visitors a great glimpse into Dublin’s cultural life… The place is clearly charming, although a bit pricey and somewhat too touristy… In any case, Temple Bar is a must-see!

Visiting Temple Bar

Dublin’s trendiest cultural district

Temple Bar during St. Patrick's Day

Temple Bar during St. Patrick’s Day

In the very heart of Dublin stands Temple Bar, a famous vibrant district known for its numerous Irish pubs (some considered part of Dublin’s “historical heritage”) and restaurants. Once regarded as a disreputable area, Temple Bar was renovated in the 1980s to become a multicultural place with a festive and friendly atmosphere.

The Temple Bar district is located near Dame Street and Aston Quay, in downtown Dublin. Lined with pubs, restaurants, and shops, the area also includes a cinema, an art gallery, cultural centers, and local craft workshops.

All this makes it a fashionable place where culture reigns! We recommend visiting the district in the evening or during weekends: at these times, Temple Bar is at its busiest, and pubs and restaurants are all packed! And packed in Temple Bar means a warm atmosphere!

Irish pubs, restaurants, and cultural centers

The Quays Bar in Temple Bar - © Torval Mork

The Quays Bar in Temple Bar – © Torval Mork

During your visit, you can admire the many shops and pubs in the area (all recently renovated). Each storefront and sign catches the eye, and the music emerging from them might convince you to step in for a drink…

That said, note that prices here are the highest in Dublin! (Expect €6/7 per pint compared to the usual €4.50). Know that the Brazen Head at 20 Bridge Street is one of Dublin’s oldest Irish pubs (dating back to 1613). Feel free to stop by: the setting is picturesque and pleasant, and it is a true institution in Temple Bar.

Note that the best time to discover the pubs in the district is around Happy Hour. Prices are more attractive and the atmosphere really nice. You will meet many students just out of Trinity College, one of Dublin’s most prestigious universities. Most local pubs schedule traditional Irish music concerts. A great way to spend a colorful evening!

If you want to explore further into the district, don’t miss Meeting House Square, which hosts up to three different cultural centers (the Irish Film Center, the Gallery of Photography, and the Ark). They offer many auteur films screened in original version with subtitles, as well as art exhibitions…