Temple Bar's narrow medieval streets are lined with pubs, live music venues, galleries, and the weekend Meeting House Square food market. It's touristy and pricier than pubs elsewhere in the city, but remains an essential stop for Dublin's live-music atmosphere.
| Admission | Free (public area) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Bars and restaurants open daily; market Sat–Sun 10:00–16:30 |
| Typical visit | 2–4 hours |
| Best time | Saturday afternoon for the food market; avoid late Friday/Saturday nights if noise is a concern |
| Getting there | Luas Red Line to Jervis (10-min walk); Bus 25, 66, 67, 68, 69 |
| Address | Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Ireland |
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Location
Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Ireland
53.3454, -6.2643 View on map
Highlights
- Weekend food market at Meeting House Square
- Live traditional Irish music sessions most evenings
- The Temple Bar pub itself, one of Dublin's most photographed facades
- Small galleries and the Irish Photography Centre
Tips for visiting
- Pint prices in Temple Bar run noticeably higher than pubs a few streets away — the Liberties and Camden Street areas are known for cheaper drinks
- Visit in daytime for the market and architecture to avoid the stag- and hen-party crowds that fill the area at night