A Dublin night out starts earlier and ends earlier than in many European cities. Know the hours, pick the right streets, and book entry for a big group – that is most of the work.
A Dublin night out at a glance
23:30
pubs close Mon–Thu
00:30
pubs close Fri–Sat
2:30
late bars and clubs close
€7
indicative pint price in Dublin
8
max passengers in a taxi
Where to go out
🍻 Temple Bar
Cobbled streets full of pubs and live music – the classic place to start, though the most expensive.
🎸 Camden and Wexford Street
Where many Dubliners go out: bars, beer gardens and live music venues, usually at better prices.
🪩 Harcourt Street
Home of Copper Face Jacks and other late venues – a classic way to end the night.
🎻 Trad music pubs
The Brazen Head and The Cobblestone have live traditional music every night.
💃 Strip clubs
Dublin has strip clubs for the stag night – book entry for the group in advance.
How the night usually goes
21:00
Dinner and first pints
Eat early and meet in a pub close to where you want to finish.
22:00
Pub crawl
A guided crawl takes the group through the best pubs without losing anyone.
00:30
Late bar or club
When the pubs close, move on to a late bar, a club with a reserved area or a strip club.
Tips for a stag night in Dublin
🚪 Book entry for big groups
Door policies vary and large groups are not always let in together. A booked package avoids problems.
🎭 Check fancy dress rules
Some venues allow fancy dress, others do not. Check before you buy the costumes.
🪪 Bring photo ID
Bouncers often ask for ID, and the legal drinking age is 18.
🚫 No street drinking
Drinking on the street is banned in Dublin city – fines start at €75.
🚖 Getting home
Late-night taxi fares are higher, and each taxi takes up to 8 people.
Book your Dublin night out
FAQ
What time do pubs close in Dublin?
At 23:30 Monday to Thursday, 00:30 on Friday and Saturday and 23:00 on Sunday. Late bars and clubs can stay open until 2:30.
Where is the best area for a stag night?
Start in Temple Bar for the atmosphere, then move to Camden, Wexford or Harcourt Street for better prices and late venues.
Will clubs let a big stag group in?
Not always. Door policies vary, so book a package with entry or a reserved area for the group.
Are there strip clubs in Dublin?
Yes. We can book strip club entry for the group or a private show at your venue.
