For most stag groups, the pubs are the reason to come to Dublin. Temple Bar is the famous part, but some of the best pints and music are a few streets away.
Dublin pubs at a glance
€7
indicative pint price in Dublin
€10+
a pint in parts of Temple Bar
1198
the Brazen Head’s claimed founding year
00:30
pubs close on Fri and Sat
2,000+
whiskeys at The Temple Bar pub
Where to drink
🍻 Temple Bar
Cobbled 18th-century streets full of pubs and live music – the busiest and priciest area.
📜 The Brazen Head
Claims to be Ireland’s oldest pub, with trad music every night.
🎻 The Cobblestone
A Smithfield pub with a traditional music session every night.
🍺 Camden and Wexford Street
Big beer gardens, live music and better prices.
🥃 The Temple Bar pub
The famous red pub with live music all day and over 2,000 whiskeys.
A good pub night
Start
Temple Bar
A first pint and live music while the atmosphere builds.
Middle
Old pubs
The Brazen Head or a trad session for a proper Irish pub.
Finish
Camden and Harcourt
Late bars and clubs after the pubs close.
Pub tips
🍀 Order a Guinness
Wait for the pint to settle – the bartender will finish it for you.
💸 Prices vary
The same pint can cost several euros more in Temple Bar.
🕦 Closing times
Pubs close at 23:30 Mon–Thu, 00:30 Fri–Sat and 23:00 on Sundays.
🎶 Live music
Many pubs have live music every night – no ticket needed.
💶 No tip at the bar
Tipping at the bar is not expected; €1–2 for table service is fine.
Book your pub night
FAQ
Is Temple Bar good for a stag do?
Yes, for the atmosphere and live music – but it is the most expensive area. Start there and move on.
How much is a pint in Dublin?
About €7 on average, and €10 or more in parts of Temple Bar.
What is the oldest pub in Dublin?
The Brazen Head claims to be Ireland’s oldest pub, dating its history to 1198.
Can you organise a pub crawl?
Yes. Our private pub crawl takes the group through the best pubs with a local guide.
