Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: The Dublin Whiskey Trail • Victorian Snugs & Gin Palaces • Camden Street & Portobello Trail
The Swan Bar
57-58 York St, Aungier St, D02 F670
Stout Score Breakdown
- Pour Technique 119.5s Two-Stage
- Cellar Temp 5.8°C (Optimal)
- Head Retention Velvety Domed Cap
- Line Hygiene High Rotation Fresh
- Recommended Order: Benchmark Victorian Stout
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
One of Dublin's finest preserved Victorian bars. Still has bullet scars from the 1916 Rising in the woodwork.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The Swan Bar on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The Swan Bar for an afternoon quiet pint in a snug or making it a core stop along your evening walking route, remember that counter seating operates on a traditional first-come, first-served basis. Order at the bar, allow the bartender the full two-stage pour to let the stout settle, and enjoy the conversation.
The Swan Bar — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide
Founded in 1661 (365 years of continuous Dublin hospitality), The Swan Bar predates both the Guinness brewery lease at St. James's Gate (1759) and the Georgian Wide Streets Commission, placing it among the oldest licensed premises in South City / Grafton.
Located at 57-58 York St, Aungier St, D02 F670 (exact GPS coordinates 53.33962, -6.26555), The Swan Bar is known for its 1916 Bullet Holes & Victorian Marble atmosphere and signature features including 1661 Heritage, 1916 Rising Bullet Scars, Victorian Marble. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Benchmark Victorian Stout) rate the cellar quality at 9.7/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are Thomas Moore Inn (107m away, ⭐ 9.3), Caribou (205m away, ⭐ 9.3), and Peter's Pub (210m away, ⭐ 9.6).
Walking Distance from The Swan Bar to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate686 m (~9 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)295 m (~4 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)760 m (~10 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1427 m (~18 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1209 m (~16 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Thomas Moore Inn
⭐ 9.3Camden & Portobello · Est. 1850
Historic Aungier Street pub named after Ireland's national bard Thomas Moore, hosting spirited Sunday acoustic sessions and pouring excellent stout.
Caribou
⭐ 9.3South City / Grafton · Est. 2024
Vibrant modern Dublin craft haven with rotating Irish microbrews, natural wines, and famous burgers.
Peter's Pub
⭐ 9.6South City / Grafton · Est. 1968
Intimate, unpretentious corner pub where conversation rules. Renowned for Dublin toasted specials and spotless Guinness.
5-Photo Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions · The Swan Bar
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Swan Bar? ▾
The Swan Bar holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.7/10 based on 331 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is The Swan Bar located in Dublin? ▾
The Swan Bar is located at 57-58 York St, Aungier St, D02 F670, Dublin (GPS: 53.339625, -6.265546). You can use our interactive walking map or click 'Directions' on this page for step-by-step walking navigation.
What are the opening hours for The Swan Bar? ▾
The Swan Bar is open Monday–Thursday from 10:30 to 23:30, Friday–Saturday from 10:30 to 00:30, and Sunday from 12:30 to 23:00 (hours may vary on Irish bank holidays).
What makes The Swan Bar famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
One of Dublin's finest preserved Victorian bars. Still has bullet scars from the 1916 Rising in the woodwork. It is one of the 118 curated historic heritage taverns featured in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory.
More Dublin Pubs in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory
Thomas Moore Inn • Caribou • Peter's Pub • The Long Hall • Hartigans Pub • Searsons