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This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Temple Bar & Historic Quays Trail
The Temple Bar Pub
47-48 Temple Bar, D02 N950
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: Irish Whiskey Flight & Guinness
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
The most photographed pub in Ireland with flower boxes & live music all day.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The Temple Bar Pub on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The Temple Bar Pub 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 Temple Bar Pub — Temple Bar Heritage & Walking Guide
Established in 1840 (186 years ago) during Dublin's late-Georgian and early-Emancipation era, The Temple Bar Pub has anchored the streetscape of Temple Bar for nearly two centuries of literary, political, and neighbourhood pub life.
Located at 47-48 Temple Bar, D02 N950 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34548, -6.26422), The Temple Bar Pub is known for its World Famous Buzz atmosphere and signature features including Iconic Red Facade, 450+ Whiskies, Live Music. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Irish Whiskey Flight & Guinness) rate the cellar quality at 8.8/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Temple Bar, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Ha'penny Bridge Inn (75m away, ⭐ 9.4), Merchant's Arch (106m away, ⭐ 9.1), and The Foggy Dew (125m away, ⭐ 9.3).
Walking Distance from The Temple Bar Pub to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate367 m (~5 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)676 m (~9 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)118 m (~2 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.54 km (~20 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1078 m (~14 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Ha'penny Bridge Inn
⭐ 9.4Temple Bar · Est. 1860
Beloved family-run bohemian watering hole directly opposite the Ha'penny Bridge, long-time cradle of Dublin comedy and arts.
Merchant's Arch
⭐ 9.1Temple Bar · Est. 1821
Directly under the iconic 1821 Merchant's Archway leading to the Ha'penny Bridge.
The Foggy Dew
⭐ 9.3Temple Bar · Est. 1901
Beloved vintage pub at the edge of Temple Bar with rock history & Sunday sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions · The Temple Bar Pub
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Temple Bar Pub? ▾
The Temple Bar Pub holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 8.8/10 based on 281 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 Temple Bar Pub located in Dublin? ▾
The Temple Bar Pub is located at 47-48 Temple Bar, D02 N950, Dublin (GPS: 53.345482, -6.264225). 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 Temple Bar Pub? ▾
The Temple Bar Pub 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 Temple Bar Pub famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
The most photographed pub in Ireland with flower boxes & live music all day. 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
The Ha'penny Bridge Inn • Merchant's Arch • The Foggy Dew • The Dame Tavern • Bowe's Lounge Bar