Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Camden Street & Portobello Trail
Whelan's
25 Wexford St, D02 H527
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: Pint of Guinness or Irish Craft Red Ale
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Ireland's most iconic live music venue where legends from Jeff Buckley to Arctic Monkeys performed, featured in PS I Love You.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Whelan's on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Whelan's 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.
Whelan's — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 1989 in the heart of South City / Grafton, Whelan's combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 25 Wexford St, D02 H527 (exact GPS coordinates 53.33660, -6.26588), Whelan's is known for its World-Famous Live Music Pub atmosphere and signature features including Iconic Live Venue, PS I Love You, Indie Heritage, Late Night. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness or Irish Craft Red Ale) rate the cellar quality at 9.4/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are Ryan's (Camden St) (29m away, ⭐ 9.4), Devitts of Camden Street (118m away, ⭐ 9.7), and Anseo (153m away, ⭐ 9.3).
Walking Distance from Whelan's to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate981 m (~13 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)469 m (~6 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1095 m (~14 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.50 km (~19 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1379 m (~18 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Ryan's (Camden St)
⭐ 9.4Camden & Portobello · Est. 1895
A wonderfully preserved traditional pub along the vibrant Camden strip with cozy wooden snugs and a revered pint of plain.
Devitts of Camden Street
⭐ 9.7South City / Grafton · Est. 1871
Legendary Camden Street home of authentic 7-nights-a-week Irish traditional music sessions, hearty stew, and perfect stout.
Anseo
⭐ 9.3South City / Grafton · Est. 1999
Camden Street's beloved cozy alternative haven with vinyl DJ sets, candlelit corners, and an easygoing local crowd.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Whelan's
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Whelan's? ▾
Whelan's holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.4/10 based on 329 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Whelan's located in Dublin? ▾
Whelan's is located at 25 Wexford St, D02 H527, Dublin (GPS: 53.336595, -6.265875). 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 Whelan's? ▾
Whelan's 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 Whelan's famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Ireland's most iconic live music venue where legends from Jeff Buckley to Arctic Monkeys performed, featured in PS I Love You. 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
Ryan's (Camden St) • Devitts of Camden Street • Anseo • The Sitting Room at Delahunt • Ryan's of Parkgate Street (FX Buckley) • The Dawson Lounge