Dublin Things to Do

Considerably renovated in the late 1980s, the curiously named Bleeding Horse is a huge bar on several floors that is very popular both with students and die-hard locals. The interior consists of several interconnected rooms wit... more

Established in the late 1940s, the Dawson Lounge prides itself as being the smallest pub in Dublin. The basement interior is certainly tiny, catering for perhaps thirty people at a push, but the atmosphere is great, and it cert... more

Formerly located on Mary Street (the interior was moved lock, stock and barrel around the corner!), Keating's is a traditional Dublin pub with a touch of class. Drawing a varied and often interesting crowd, the pub's three floo... more

Take a break from serious sightseeing and loosen up your belts for a good laugh. Take the Dublin ghost bus tour where nothing is as should be. So if you're more comfortable with the “others” then hop on board with your guide an... more

Located in the basement of Bewley's cafe, this popular late bar and restaurant draws mainly a 9-5 work crowd, who congregate around the pub's huge mahogany tables. The Bridge plays host to a variety of middle of the road bands... more

Situated in the basement of a restored Georgian house, the Hallward Gallery is dedicated to the best of contemporary Irish art, and runs two or three group exhibitions a year. Recent exhibitors include John Behan, Oliver Comerf... more

This charming traditional pub is often frequented by journalists, due to the fact that it's directly across the road from the side entrance to the Irish Times building. The bar's interior remains virtually untouched by the rava... more

Located in a restored Georgian House in Temple Bar, this non-profit library and archive features the only major specialist collection of manuscript and recorded music by contemporary Irish composers. Included in the collection... more

Just around the corner from O'Connell Street is the fashionable Cobalt Café. Located on the historic North Great Georges Street, the Cobalt is situated on the ground-floor of a converted Georgian house, and its relaxed atmosphe... more

Andrew's Lane Theatre is among the most prominent names in the city for catching a well made play. It has a capacity of 220 people in the main theatre area and 76 seats in the studio area. Overall, the interiors are quite und... more