Dublin Things to Do

As one of the most successful developments in Temple Bar, the Irish Film Institute (IFI) will keep the most discerning culture-vulture entertained for hours. Film buffs will enjoy the two art-house cinemas and fairly comprehens... more

There has been a pub on the corner of Exchequer Street and St. Andrew's Street since medieval times, but in its more recent history, the Old Stand was frequented by none other than the martyred Irish rebel leader Michael Collin... more

This well-preserved Victorian pub is an unassuming hive of entertainment in the city centre. The downstairs bar is a fine example of a traditional Dublin pub; small, smoky and with a healthy mix of youngsters and diehard regula... more

This self-consciously fashionable bar may seem a little intimidating at first, but that's only to be expected. When the Globe opened in the early 90s, it was Dublin's first overtly arty, cool pub, and it has since spawned a ple... more

After Alan Parker's film, The Committments, there was a brief flurry of interest in soul on the northside of Dublin. Some years on, and there is still a need for the restorative powers of a funky beat. The mellow sounds and att... more

This two-level pub was established in the 18th century and is named after the second Duke of Grafton, Charles Fitzroy. Main literary giants of Ireland have been regulars at this place. The Duke has a typical Irish "feel", old-w... more

If you have never been to Dublin before and want to experience what it was like here before Ireland's fin-de-siécle economic boom and resulting social self-posturing, head for Grogan's. The seemingly immortal owner and barman,... more

Situated just off Grafton Street, La Cave is Dublin's oldest French wine bar. As one would expect, there's an excellent wine-list and reasonably-priced gourmet food: it's basic bistro style with a truly cosmopolitan ambience. S... more

O'Dwyers is a pub probably best known for its lively weekend nightclub, Howl at the Moon. The bar remains popular on all occasions, however, and draws mainly an enthusiastic office crowd. The lighting is dim, the music loud, an... more

Peter's Pub is a friendly bar situated not far from Grafton Street. Popular with both students and locals, there's a relaxed atmosphere and the staff are friendly. It's lovely spot for a quiet drink, with the emphasis very much... more