Go beyond the iconic St James’s Gate to experience the home of world-famous Guinness.
Guinness has undergone quite a journey since Arthur Guinness founded his brewery in Dublin back in 1759. Today, it’s the most popular stout in the world and its story is told with a flourish across seven immersive floors in the Guinness Storehouse. Who knew such magic could come from four simple ingredients – water, barley, hops and yeast? Join 1.4 million visitors per year and experience the history and heritage of Ireland’s most-loved beer.
Gravity Bar at the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin
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The standard experience includes a self-guided tour, entry to the Tasting Rooms and a pint of Guinness (or Guinness 0.0) in the Gravity Bar at the end. Add Stoutie to your experience for an extra pint that features your selfie on the creamy head, something made to snap and share. The tasting and storytelling journey on the Connoisseur Experience delves deep into the origins and tastes of Guinness.
All that exploration is thirsty work. Luckily, there are many places in the storehouse where you can grab a bite. Refuel with a coffee in the Roasthouse, pair Guinness with oysters in the casual Market Street open kitchen, enjoy a traditional Irish pub toastie in Arthur’s Bar, or go all out in the full-service 1836 Bar & Brasserie, where beef and Guinness stew, Guinness-cured smoked salmon and even Guinness gelato star on the menu. Don’t forget to pick up some limited edition and exclusive souvenirs in the Guinness Store before leaving.
Deer in the Phoenix Park
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After your visit, explore the surrounding area of The Liberties, recently named one of Time Out’s coolest neighbourhoods in the world. This historic brewing and distilling district is home to Dublin’s “Golden Triangle”, so called for its abundance of whiskey distilleries, including Teeling and Roe & Co.
From eerie Kilmainham Gaol to historic St Patrick’s Cathedral and the vast Phoenix Park, Guinness isn’t the only star attraction around here. Trendy coffee shops, Argentinian bakeries, traditional pubs and much more all mingle together to make the lively Liberties a must-visit.
