Temple Bar Travel Guide

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Temple Bar which includes signage and a bar as well as children
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Temple Bar featuring a bar, flowers and signage
Wander down medieval-style alleys lined with pubs, shops and galleries, then have a pint, listen to music or party.

Temple Bar is a cultural quarter in central Dublin. It gets busy at night, especially on weekends. Souvenir shops and galleries accommodate sightseers and art enthusiasts earlier in the day. The drinking and dining in touristy venues starts in the afternoon and after sunset Temple Bar becomes a rowdy party scene.

Resident Sir William Temple, provost of Trinity College in 1609, may have given the area its name. The cramped district became derelict in the 19th century. The cheap rents attracted small shop tenants and (tattoo) artists, which gave the area the bohemian atmosphere that saved it from demolition. Temple Bar was regenerated as a cultural district in the 1990s. Here you’ll find one of the oldest streets in Dublin, Fishamble Street, which is a good example of how the medieval character was preserved.

It’s free to browse the brightly painted shops and sit in the pubs, but souvenirs and drinks don’t come cheap. Do as the locals do and enjoy a pint of draught (beer on tap) while listening to live music. You can’t miss the bright red Temple Bar pub, one of the district’s oldest and most crowded bars.

For art, visit the Irish Photography Centre and Temple Bar Gallery and Studio. Ireland’s famous musical acts feature on a massive Wall of Fame on the Rockarchive Gallery in Temple Lane. On weekends, head to the Cow’s Lane market for fashion, Temple Bar Square for books, or Meetinghouse Square for fresh produce or an outdoor movie in summer.

At night, music pours out from the pubs and clubs, along with many staggering patrons. If you are not here for serious partying, raise a glass and sing along with a band, or watch a game of sports televised inside many of the pubs. Enjoy the nightlife and good luck with understanding an intoxicated Irishman!

Temple Bar lies in between Dame Street and the River Liffey. It connects many Dublin landmarks and is a stop on the Dublin hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Get a guide from the Temple Bar Information Centre to see what’s on. Most pubs close before midnight and all venues are closed by 3 a.m.


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Wellington Temple Bar
Wellington Temple Bar
3 out of 5
23 Wellington Quay, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$105 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
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7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (614 reviews)
"It was great location, nice and comfortable"

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Wellington Temple Bar
Temple Bar Hotel
Temple Bar Hotel
4 out of 5
13-17 Fleet St Temple Bar, Dublin
The price is AU$176 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
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2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,185 reviews)
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The Morgan Hotel
The Morgan Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Fleet Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$264 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
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5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was excellent"

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The Morgan Hotel
Temple Bar Inn
Temple Bar Inn
3 out of 5
40-47 Fleet Street, Temple Bar, Dublin
The price is AU$165 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay, staff was accommodating and the area was great. Nice bar in the basement for drinks."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Temple Bar Inn
Temple Bar Lane
Temple Bar Lane
3.5 out of 5
19 Temple Lane South, Dublin
The price is AU$128 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
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23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (687 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff friendly. Tea and coffee facilities in the room. No complaints :)"

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

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The Fleet
The Fleet
4 out of 5
19-20 Fleet Street, Dublin, Dublin
The price is AU$177 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$177
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22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Would like to had the option of heat in the rooms but overall will most definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

The Fleet
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Other neighbourhoods around Temple Bar

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City Centre Dublin

4/5(286 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Jervis Shopping Center and Henry Street Shopping District are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

City Centre Dublin
Old Jameson Distillery featuring signage

Smithfield

Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.

Smithfield
Guinness Storehouse which includes interior views and drinks or beverages

The Liberties

While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.

The Liberties
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Portobello

Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Portobello
Bord Gais Energy Theatre featuring a city, street scenes and theatre scenes

Grand Canal Dock

If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.

Grand Canal Dock
The Convention Centre Dublin featuring a city and modern architecture

North Wall

While you're in North Wall, take in top sights like EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum or 3Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spencer Dock Station or Mayor Square - NCI Station.

North Wall

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