Things to Do in Temple Bar, Dublin Dublin's cultural heart, packed with pubs, restaurants, and shops along cobblestone streets. It's a lively area with street performers and a Saturday food market near the Ha'penny Bridge.
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Project Arts Centre ★ 4.6 · 367★
Multi-disciplinary contemporary arts space with regular performances, discussions and exhibitions.
Temple Bar Gallery and Studios ★ 4.5 · 113★
art gallery, art studios in Dublin, Ireland
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 4 PM
National Photographic Archive ★
National library's vast collection of historical material, with an online catalogue and exhibitions.
Every day 10 AM – 4 PM
The Gutter Bookshop ★ 4.7 · 435
A bookshop in Dublin, Ireland, offering a selection of adult fiction, non-fiction, and children's books, along with stationery and Irish gifts.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun 12 PM – 6 PM
Gallery of Photography ★ 4.6 · 130
Ireland's foremost photography gallery and shop with darkrooms and digital imaging facilities.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 1 PM – 5 PM
Badlands Vintage
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 6 PM
The RAGE - Record, Art and Game Emporium ★ 4.5 · 490
An independent record shop sells new and second-hand records, record players, speakers, and vintage gaming consoles and accessories.
Where to eat & drink in Temple Bar
Temple Bar ★ 4.6 · 41.8k· €10–20 ★
The cobbled district south of the Liffey has pubs, galleries, buskers, restaurants, and nightlife between Dame Street and the river. It is crowded and expensive, but central for first-time evenings.
Mon–Wed 10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Thu–Fri 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM
Sat 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM
Sun 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM Vintage Cocktail Club · €20–60
This refined, speakeasy-vibe bar offers candle-lit cocktails and fine-dining amid vintage ephemera.
Mon–Wed 4:15 PM – 11 PM
Thu 3:15 PM – 11 PM
Fri 3:15 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 3:15 PM – 12 AM
Thunder Road Cafe ★ 4.5 · 8.7k· €20–30
Lively spot decorated with motorcycles and stained-glass lamps, for American grub and parties.
Mon–Fri 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 12:30 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12:30 AM
Palace Bar ★ 4.6 · 4.5k· €10–20
Victorian bar with stained glass skylight and timeless ambiance for hosting Irish music sessions.
Mon–Thu 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri 10:30 AM – 12:30 AM
Sat 10:30 AM – 12:30 AM
Sun 12:30 PM – 11 PM
Bad Bobs Temple Bar ★ 4.4 · 8.9k· €10–30
Full of vintage ephemera, this large, lively bar, restaurant and nightclub includes a roof terrace.
Mon–Wed 4 PM – 1:30 AM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 2:30 AM
Sat 12 PM – 2:30 AM
Sun 12 PM – 1:30 AM
Darkey Kelly’s Bar & Restaurant ★ 4.7 · 6.2k· €20–30
A traditional Irish pub and restaurant known for its authentic interior, live traditional music, generous pub fare, and a wide selection of drinks.
Mon–Thu 11:15 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri 11:15 AM – 12:30 AM
Sat 11:15 AM – 12:30 AM
Sun 12:30 PM – 11 PM
The Stage Door Cafe ★ 4.7 · 1.8k· €10–20
Every day 6 AM – 3 PM
The Temple Bar Pub ★ 4.6 · 42.4k· €10–20
Irish & international craft beer in a legendary venue with Temple Bar's only licensed garden.
Mon–Wed 10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Thu–Fri 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM
Sat 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM
Sun 10:30 AM – 2:30 AM
Saucy Cow ★ 4.7 · 1.4k· €10–20
An all-vegan restaurant in Dublin, it offers a variety of burgers, wraps, loaded fries, and other sides and salads.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 9 PM
Fri 12 PM – 10 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM Planning time in Temple Bar?
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