Things to Do in Dublin 8, Dublin Hipster cafes, cocktail bars, and family-friendly restaurants along its streets and alleys. The vast Phoenix Park is also part of the area, providing a large green space for relaxation.
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Irish Museum of Modern Art ★ 4.3 · 5.2k★
Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art.
Mon Closed
Tue 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Wed 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thu–Fri 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5:30 PM
Dublinia ★ 4.5 · 7.4k★
Sights and smells bring hundreds of years' worth of history to life at this child-friendly museum.
Every day 10 AM – 5 PM
Papal Cross ★ 4.6 · 686
Standing at 35 meters, this steel cross was erected in 1979 for the visit of Pope John Paul II.
Every day 10 AM – 8 PM Where to eat & drink in Dublin 8
The Fumbally ★ 4.6 · 2.1k· €10–20
Community cafe serving an eclectic menu of health conscious dishes and locally roasted coffee.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 3 PM
Legit Coffee Co ★ 4.7 · 966· €10–20
A cozy and quiet cafe known for its coffee, fresh baked goods, and breakfast and brunch options like avocado salmon toast and eggs.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 3 PM
Sat 9 AM – 3 PM
Sun Closed
Brazen Head ★ 4.5 · 21.5k· €20–30
Meeting place for historic rebels, this brass-filled, lantern-lit pub hosts live music each night.
Every day 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Teeling Distillery ★ 4.8 · 4.2k
Opened in 2015, this Irish whiskey distillery is the city's first for 125 years & hosts tours.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM
Boom Coffee Roasters Francis Street ★ 4.9 · 867· €1–10
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 9 AM – 4 PM
Roe and Co Distillery ★ 4.9 · 649
A distillery that refines Irish whiskey for cocktails, located at a site known for Ireland's whiskey revival.
Mon–Wed 12 PM – 7 PM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 9 PM
Sat 12 PM – 9 PM
Sun 12 PM – 7 PM
Spitalfields ★ 4.7 · 593· €€
In a historic area of the capital, you'll find this fittingly traditional-looking Irish pub, where the charming staff offer a friendly welcome.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5 PM – 9 PM
Sat 5 PM – 9 PM
Sun Closed
Pearse Lyons Distillery ★ 4.7 · 1.2k
Spirits manufacturer offering guided tours & whiskey tastings, food-pairing experiences & tea rooms.
Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 6 PM
Groundstate Coffee ★ 4.7 · 1.1k· €10–20
A coffee shop near the Guinness Storehouse known for roasting its own coffee, offering various beans, and serving toasties and breakfast with vegan/vegetarian options.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 9 AM – 4 PM
Old Royal Oak ★ 4.7 · 986· €10–20
A small, traditional local pub known for its friendly atmosphere, dog-friendly policy, and offerings of beer, Guinness, and cheese toasties.
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri 4 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12:30 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12:30 PM – 11 PM
Lucky’s ★ 4.5 · 988· €10–20
A lively bar and beer garden in Liberties, this spot is known for its crispy, fresh pizza cooked in an outdoor oven and its selection of craft beers.
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 12 AM
Fri 4 PM – 1 AM
Sat 12:30 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12:30 AM – 1 AM, 4 PM – 11:30 PM
Boom Coffee Roasters ★ 4.9 · 287· €1–10
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 4 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 9 AM – 4 PM
Four Coffee Cafe ★ 5.0 · 110· €1–10
Mon–Fri 6:05 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3:30 PM Planning time in Dublin 8?
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1 Irish Museum of Modern Art 2 Dublinia 3 The Fumbally 4 Legit Coffee Co 5 Papal Cross 6 Brazen Head 7 Teeling Distillery 8 Boom Coffee Roasters Francis Street 9 Roe and Co Distillery 10 Spitalfields Ready to plan Dublin 8? Turn these Dublin 8 picks into a day-by-day Dublin plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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