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How can I use the social media tools used to date on this module to support my online engagement as a digital citizen, including finding, creating, publishing, curating, managing, and sharing information? For the E-portfolio, I had to first make a Padlet. I had never used Padlet before but it was easy enough to use once I watched the instructional videos. I had already used Pinterest before just to get ideas to change up my wardrobe at the time. 'Pocket' was also new to me, but the app is easy to use and especially useful for saving articles that I want to come back to. Using Pocket is a lot better than just bookmarking using google chrome due to the extra features that Pocket provides like text–to–speech and the instant sharing feature straight to other social media like Facebook. Social media tools are useful for supporting my online engagement. Websites like Padlet are great for organisation and help keep all added information in one place. This information is easily accessible and makes the overall process of being a digital citizen smoother. By allowing other people to have access to social media tools like Padlet and google drive the “collaborative authoring” (Fulton & McGuinness) process is smoother. This shows how useful these tools are for working as part of a group on assignments. By using these tools finding curating information is uncomplicated. As a digital citizen blogs can be a great way to find information. Twitter is known as a "microblog" (Brown, 2012). Due to the small word count format of Twitter, it can be a thorough source of information for current events. Publishing information on Twitter is also quite simple and there are no real barriers to posting on Twitter. I decided to do my assignment on Pubs in Ireland as it is relevant to people my age as well as tourists that may visit Ireland as Irish people are associated with drinking alcohol when it comes to stereotypes. I first populated my Padlet with different pubs in Dublin then expanded to pubs in Ireland. One of the pubs that stood out to me was the oldest thatch pub in Ireland called ‘The Crosskeys Inn’ (O’Hara, 2022). A previous assignment was part of a group, where we had to make a portrait of Maurice Dockrell as part of our assessment. The use of social media tools was especially useful as we were all researching various parts of his life. Therefore, any information found that is not useful for one member of the team can be useful for another member. The most difficult part of the assignment was making the Map. It required many steps that had to be correct for the map to make sense. Making the YouTube video was hard. Editing was new to me so using it took me a minute to get used to but once I got in the flow and understood what the main symbols/ buttons did I got slightly easier. This assignment helped improve my digital literacy skills as well as learning to work efficiently throughout the assignment so that I do not feel rushed and flustered closer to a deadline. I also learned a lot of interesting facts about one of the Irish people's favourite past times. Learning to use Padlet was straightforward. However, pocket did not seem to be useful when doing research for pubs in Ireland due to the lack of a search feature in the discover tab. Bibliography Brown, S. (2012). Social information: Gaining competitive and business advantage using social media tools. Elsevier Science & Technology.Fulton, C., & McGuinness, C. (2016). Digital detectives: Solving information dilemmas in an online world. Elsevier Science & Technology.O’Hara, K. (2022, February 22). 42 BEST Pubs in Ireland (to Visit When Pubs Eventually Open). The Irish Road Trip. https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/best-pubs-in-ireland-map/

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How can I use the social media tools used to date on this module to support my online engagement as a digital citizen, including finding, creating, publishing, curating, managing, and sharing information? For the E-portfolio, I had to first make a Padlet. I had never used Padlet before but it was easy enough to use once I watched the instructional videos. I had already used Pinterest before just to get ideas to change up my wardrobe at the time. 'Pocket' was also new to me, but the app is easy to use and especially useful for saving articles that I want to come back to. Using Pocket is a lot better than just bookmarking using google chrome due to the extra features that Pocket provides like text–to–speech and the instant sharing feature straight to other social media like Facebook. Social media tools are useful for supporting my online engagement. Websites like Padlet are great for organisation and help keep all added information in one place. This information is easily accessible and makes the overall process of being a digital citizen smoother. By allowing other people to have access to social media tools like Padlet and google drive the “collaborative authoring” (Fulton & McGuinness) process is smoother. This shows how useful these tools are for working as part of a group on assignments. By using these tools finding curating information is uncomplicated. As a digital citizen blogs can be a great way to find information. Twitter is known as a "microblog" (Brown, 2012). Due to the small word count format of Twitter, it can be a thorough source of information for current events. Publishing information on Twitter is also quite simple and there are no real barriers to posting on Twitter. I decided to do my assignment on Pubs in Ireland as it is relevant to people my age as well as tourists that may visit Ireland as Irish people are associated with drinking alcohol when it comes to stereotypes. I first populated my Padlet with different pubs in Dublin then expanded to pubs in Ireland. One of the pubs that stood out to me was the oldest thatch pub in Ireland called ‘The Crosskeys Inn’ (O’Hara, 2022). A previous assignment was part of a group, where we had to make a portrait of Maurice Dockrell as part of our assessment. The use of social media tools was especially useful as we were all researching various parts of his life. Therefore, any information found that is not useful for one member of the team can be useful for another member. The most difficult part of the assignment was making the Map. It required many steps that had to be correct for the map to make sense. Making the YouTube video was hard. Editing was new to me so using it took me a minute to get used to but once I got in the flow and understood what the main symbols/ buttons did I got slightly easier. This assignment helped improve my digital literacy skills as well as learning to work efficiently throughout the assignment so that I do not feel rushed and flustered closer to a deadline. I also learned a lot of interesting facts about one of the Irish people's favourite past times. Learning to use Padlet was straightforward. However, pocket did not seem to be useful when doing research for pubs in Ireland due to the lack of a search feature in the discover tab. Bibliography Brown, S. (2012). Social information: Gaining competitive and business advantage using social media tools. Elsevier Science & Technology.Fulton, C., & McGuinness, C. (2016). Digital detectives: Solving information dilemmas in an online world. Elsevier Science & Technology.O’Hara, K. (2022, February 22). 42 BEST Pubs in Ireland (to Visit When Pubs Eventually Open). The Irish Road Trip. https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/best-pubs-in-ireland-map/

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Oct 29, 2018 - Finding a Dublin pub to hear some trad music and hang out with locals is on many tourists bucket list. Here are 20 famous Dublin pubs to check out.

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N ow, let's clear something up before we dive into this - what I regard as the best pubs in Ireland might be your idea of hell.

I like old school pubs.

And quirky bars - but not new/modern quirky. I'm talking about old, traditional, off-the-beaten-path-and-in-random-locations quirky.

That's what you'll find below. 36 of them.

What you'll find in this guide

Ancient thatch pubs

Bars that used to double-up as an undertakers

Gorgeous old traditional pubs tucked away in sleepy towns and villages

Related read: check out our guide to 17 of the best Irish drinks

Oh, there's also an interactive map of the best pubs in Ireland at the end of this guide. It's packed with 300+ bars.

The best pubs in Ireland

1. The Crosskeys Inn (the oldest thatch pub in Ireland), Antrim

2. Teach Beag, Clonakilty

3. McCarthy's (a pub that doubles as an undertakers), Tipperary

4. O'Shea's (as old-world as they come), Carlow

5. Tigh Ned, Galway (Inis Oirr Island)

6. Thomas Connolly, Sligo

7. The 107-year old Gartlan's pub, Cavan

8. O'Connell's, Meath (yes, it's the pub from the Guinness Christmas ad)

9. McConville's Pub, Armagh (it has an interesting link to the Titanic)

10. Nancy's, Donegal

11. The Gravediggers, Dublin

12. Geoff's Bar, Waterford

13. The Glyde Inn, Louth

14. Smugglers Creek Inn (Donegal)

15. The Harbour Bar, Bray

16. JJ Houghs Singing Pub

17. Kytelers Inn, Kilkenny (once owned by Ireland's first condemned witch)

18. The 200-year-old Maghera Inn, Down

19. The Thatch Crinkill, Offaly

20. Sean's Bar (the Oldest Pub in Ireland), Athlone

21. Peadar O'Donnell's, Derry

22. The Crane Bar, Galway

23. Grace Neill's, Down

24. The Beach Bar, Sligo

25. Dolan's, Limerick

26. Foxy Johns (yep, it's a hardware store/pub), Kerry

27. Matt Molloy's, Mayo

28. Hargadon's, Sligo

29. The Mutton Lane Inn, Cork

30. Tigh Neachtain, Galway

31. Anderson's Thatch Pub, Roscommon

32. The Crown Liquor Saloon, Belfast

33. Murphy's, Kerry

34. Clarkes, Louth

35. Gus O'Connor's, Clare

36. The 125-year old Blakes of the Hollow, Fermanagh

37. Kehoe's, Dublin

38. Dick Mack's, Kerry

39. James Griffin Pub, Meath

40. The Stanford Village Inn, Leitrim

41. Dan and Molly's, Offaly

42. Neary's, Dublin

387 of the best pubs in Ireland on an interactive map

How to use the map

How I've picked the pubs included in the map

How many pubs in Ireland are actually open?

Oldest pubs in Ireland

The best pubs in Ireland

Is there a pub that we haven't included that needs to be added? Let me know in the comments section at the bottom of this guide.

Ready? Let's dive in!

This. Place. Is. CLASS.

The gorgeous old Crosskeys Inn is the oldest thatch pub in Ireland. It's also arguably one of the best looking the island has to offer.

Known for its traditional music and Guinness, the Crosskeys Inn is an authentic traditional Irish pub that dates back to pre-1654.

Mighty stuff.

I ended up in An Teach Beag on a miserable Monday evening in April 5 or 6 years ago.

This is another Irish pub that looks like something whipped straight from the face of a thousand postcards.

On the evening that I was there, there was traditional music being played by two lads and the Guinness was velvety.

A lovely pub.

3. McCarthy's (a pub that doubles as an undertakers), Tipperary

McCarthy's Pub in Fethard has been on my to-sink-a-pint in list for a long time now.

I can see myself sat happily perched on the weathered wooden bench above for many an hour.

This Irish pub comes with a bit of a twist - it's a pub that doubles up as an undertakers.

The pub, which was established by Richard McCarthy in the 1850s, boasts that they'll ' Wine you, dine you, and bury you'.

4. O'Shea's (as old-world as they come), Carlow

As you've probably gathered at this stage, I love old-world style pubs.

And they don't get much more old-world than this beaut of a spot in Borris in County Carlow.

O'Shea's Pub is a charming, traditional pub that has been owned by the O'Shea family for several generations.

The building that it occupies has operated as a grocer and a pub since way back in the 19th century.

One of the most memorable pints that I've had in recent years was nursed outside of Tigh Ned on Inis Oirr Island.

I'm literally drooling just looking at the photo above...

You'll find this spot a stone's throw from the pier and it's the perfect place to nip into after an afternoon spent walking or cycling around the island.

Magic.

6. Thomas Connolly, Sligo

If you've been to Sligo and missed out on an evening in Thomas Connolly's, then you need to whack it on your to-visit list.

This place is cracking.

The pub was first licensed in 1861 and was bought by Thomas Connolly in 1890 - the same year that he became the Mayor of Sligo.

If you're looking for a solid old-school Irish pub that places an emphasis on a solid pint and traditional music, get yourself here.

7. The 107-year old Gartlan's pub, Cavan

You'll find Gartlan's pub in Kingscourt in Cavan, where it's been present since the previous owner, George Gartlan, bought it in 1911.

Now, if you plan on dropping in here, try and do it on a Thursday or Sunday.

If you do you'll be treated to a clatter of live music (pints are optional).

A lovely old traditional Irish pub.

8. O'Connell's, Meath (yes, it's the pub from the Guinness Christmas ad)

OK, the chances are that when you visit O'Connell's pub in Skryne, Meath, it won't look as Christmassy as it does in the photo above.

This pub has been in the O'Connell family since at least the 1850s and it's another old-world pub that boasts wooden ceilings, antiques, and its fine drop of Guinness.

There's also a deadly view, thanks to its position on the Hill of Skryne.

McConville's pub in Armagh has been present in Portadown since the 1800s.

Inside this ancient pub, you'll find the original wooden snugs (all kinds of want!), molded ceilings and etched windows.

There's also an interesting link to the Titanic.

The story goes that some of the Russian oak fixtures in the pub were replicated from a design on Titanic.

10. Nancy's, Donegal

Nancy's Pub in the little town of Ardara in Donegal is one of the best pubs in Ireland.

I've spent two winter evenings here over the years and the place was hopping on both occasions.

The service was top-notch and the food was mighty.

If you're visiting Donegal and looking to experience an Irish pub at its finest, get yourself in here for an evening.

It's said that you'll find the best pint of Guinness in Dublin in Glasnevin, in an old-school pub known as the Gravediggers (John Kavanagh's).

Now, I've nursed pints of Guinness in many pubs in Dublin over the years, but for one reason or another, I never managed to get out as far as John Kavanagh's. That was until last month.

The Gravediggers is special. Simple. The service is the best that I've received in a pub in years, the Guinness is insanely good, and the inside looks like I'd imagine it did when it first opened.

Oh, and on the day we were there there was a dog chilling next to us. U.N.R.E.A.L. Spot.

12. Geoff's Bar, Waterford

I always find it surprising when I'm chatting to someone that's spent the weekend in Waterford City and that's managed to miss Geoff's.

There's many a pub in Waterford, but few are as fine as this place.

If you can, try and nab the seat near the window - there's no better place in the county to do a bit of people watching.

13. The Glyde Inn, Louth

The Glyde Inn was awarded National Pub of The Year and Irish Food Pub of the Year in 2018 at the Irish Pub Awards.

Translation: the food and pints are deadly, so get yourself here.

This traditional Irish pub and boasts impressive sea views and a menu that'll have you itching to come back for more.

The Smugglers Creek Inn in Donegal is a pub that I've been itching to get to ever since we published a guide to the most scenic pints in Ireland.

Those that visit this lovely little pub will be treated to unbeatable views out over the magnificent Rossnowlagh beach and Donegal Bay.

I've never had a pub recommended to me as much as the Harbour Bar in Bray.

This cosy traditional pub was established back in 1872, and over the years has welcomed everyone from Katharine Hepburn to Bono through its doors.

If you're visiting Wicklow and looking for an old-school Irish pub that oozes charm and character by the boat-load, get yourself here.

At one stage, the Harbour Bar doubled up as an undertakers. It's also said that the pub is immortalised somewhere in James Joyce's ' Finnegan's Wake '.

When we published this article originally a few months back, we left JJ Houghs out. Not intentionally, but we did.

Since then, I've had an absolute clatter of emails and messages from people telling me about this place.

You'll find JJ Houghs Singing Pub on the Main Street of Banagher, in County Offaly. There's said to be a solid pint and an even better trad session that takes place here three nights a week.

17. Kytelers Inn, Kilkenny (once owned by Ireland's first condemned witch)

Yes, a witch.

Kytelers Inn dates back to 1263. It was established by Dame Alice de Kyteler - the first recorded person to be condemned for witchcraft in Ireland.

I won't go into the story behind this pub (you can read more here) but I've been here a handful of times over the years and can vouch for the food.

If you're after a pub with a quirky history, this'll be right up your street.

Next up is a pub known for A+ service, A++ pints, and its lengthy history.

The Maghera Inn in County Down is a 200-year-old pub that's the perfect spot for a post-adventure pint if you've been off hiking for the day.

Here's what the folks that run it have to say:
'The Maghera Inn may look like a quaint, understated Northern Ireland pub restaurant, but inside we're special. We've a bar that's packed with exotic brands; we're renowned for the quality of our Guinness; and we've a menu that will titillate the taste buds of even the most demanding gourmand.'
This place is gorgeous.

You'll find the Thatch in the little village of Crinkill in County Offaly.

The building, which has been owned by the same family for over 200 years, is home to a fine traditional Irish pub where, according to those running it, 'guests from near and far are welcomed with open arms to enjoy a drink or some contemporary Irish cuisine'.

For over 1,000 years a pub smack bang in the middle of Ireland has been catering to the needs of weary travellers and locals alike.

Sean's Bar dates back to 900AD, a fact that was verified during an excavation in 1970.

One of the original walls that was discovered during the excavation remains on show in the pub, and the rest, along with coins that were also discovered, sit inside Dublin's National History Museum.

21. Peadar O'Donnell's, Derry

If you're planning on exploring Derry City, chisel out some time for a pint in Peadar O'Donnell's.

Like many of the pubs in this guide, this place is reputed to serve a fine velvety drop of Guinness to those that ramble through its doors.

There's also traditional and contemporary music played every night of the week, for those of you looking to go hopping about the place.

The Crane Bar is said to be one of the best traditional music pubs in Ireland.
It's also one of the most frequently missed pubs in Galway, for some reason!
If you're visiting Galway and looking to spend the evening listening to a few tunes while you kick back with a pint, get yourself to the Crane.

23. Grace Neill's, Down

Grace Neill's in Donaghadee in County Down is one of the oldest pubs in Ireland, with an impressive 400 years of service.

The pub was first established in 1611 as 'The Kings Arms'. It was later named after Grace Neill, who was given the pub as a wedding present from her father.

There's also a rumour that it's called 'home' by a ghost or two. According to their website, Grace Neill's has been visited by 'smugglers, pirates, sailors and soldiers over the years'.

The Beach Bar in Sligo is special. It's a gorgeous, traditional Irish thatched pub nestled right beside the sea that boasts views of the Ox mountains and the majestic peaks of Knocknarea and Benbulben.

You can chill from the comfort of this old-school pub while lapping up the views or you can tip outside, perch yourself on the wall across from the pub and gulp down some fresh sea breeze while you nurse a pint.

It's been a few years since I was last in Dolan's pub in Limerick.

There was a group of us in the city for the weekend and the lady running our B&B told us that if we didn't enjoy it, she'd give us the night's accommodation for half price.

We went. We supped many a pint. We bopped our head to the live music. And the craic was had. A mighty pub.

26. Foxy Johns (yep, it's a hardware store/pub), Kerry

Foxy John's is one of my favourite pubs in Ireland.

Those that ramble through its doors will find that it's a hardware store, a bike hire spot and a traditional Irish pub all rolled into one.

Expect to see everything from Irish whiskey to rat poison rocking around this place.

27. Matt Molloy's, Mayo

Some of my most my memorable days in Mayo were rounded off with a night in Matt Molloy's in Westport Town.

In a nutshell, if you're looking for a night of craic and music in a buzzy pub, whack Matt Molloy's on your list.

28. Hargadon's, Sligo

The next time you visit Sligo Town, take a little detour off the main street and nip into Hargadon's.

It'll feel like you've just taken a step back in time, and I mean that in the best way possible.

Established back in 1868, Hardagon's is home to gorgeous panelled snugs, old stone floors, and the charm and character that's becoming increasingly hard to come by in Irish pubs these days.

It also looks incredible.

I've visited with a group of friends for a lively Saturday night out the back, and spent a chilled Wednesday evening in the front bar, watching people coming and going and chatting away to tourists.

39. James Griffin Pub, Meath

We're back to County Meath next to nip into the James Griffin Pub.

Located in Trim, this pub has been knocking around since the 1800s.

If you visit on a Thursday, you'll have a Trad Session to accompany your pint. Those visiting on a Friday or Sunday will be treated to Acoustic Sessions, while a DJ will be rocking away on Saturdays.

If you happen to find yourself in Dromahair in Leitrim, make sure to drop into the lads in the Stanford Village Inn.

This is a gorgeous old-world pub (tap play above) that'll make you question why you ever whittled away time and cash in gastro pubs and swanky cocktail bars over the years.

A unique public house that's well worth a visit.

41. Dan and Molly's, Offaly

We're off to the little village of Ballyboy in County Offaly next to visit a gorgeous thatch pub called Dan and Molly's.

If you read our guide to the best towns and villages in Ireland for a weekend of hikes and pints, you'll recognise this place.

Expect a lovely old-world interior, live trad sessions and a handful of cosy corners to tuck yourself away in for an evening.

42. Neary's, Dublin

The final location on our guide to the best pubs in Ireland is Neary's in Dublin. Interestingly enough, this is a UNESCO City of Literature Bar.

This lovely little pub has a long connection to acting and the literary community, which date's back to 1871 when the Gaiety Theatre opened (the stage door to the Gaiety is directly opposite the rear entrance to Neary's).

I spent a memorable Saturday evening here recently, flaked out on one of the old-school chairs near the bar, tipping away at pints and chatting sh*te. As you do.

387 of the best pubs in Ireland on an interactive map

This map was originally created in June of 2018.

Back then, it had 100 pubs that either myself or my family or friends had visited and could vouch for.

Since then, it's grown. A lot.

We've had hundreds of messages and emails with recommendations of great pubs to add.

So, we took time to check out the recommendations and added where and when appropriate.
What the map contains

The best pubs in Ireland for every county - I've done my best to keep this to traditional-style pubs where possible, but there's definitely a handful of more modern ones in there as well

Pubs that myself, family and/or friends have been to and loved

Pubs that are heavily reviewed and recommended online

How to use the map

To use the map, simply bookmark this page.

You'll then have it ready in your arsenal for when you arrive in a town weary from travelling and in the humour for kicking back with a drink in a great Irish pub.

Just zoom in on wherever you are and you'll be given a load of options of great pubs to drop into.

How I've picked the pubs included in the map

The vast majority of the pubs included have been pinned as a result of a personal experience or a recommendation from family, friends, or the Irish Road Trip community.

On top of that, I've also used jar.ie (a fantastic resource for finding the best pubs in Ireland) and TripAdvisor along with Google Reviews.

Naturally, I've missed out on some great spots for a tipple - so I've left the comments section below open for your suggestions. Please do let me know if there's somewhere that needs to be added.

Now, a quick disclaimer: If you visit one of these pubs and it's sh*te, or you get food poisoning from a dodgy bit of chicken or if you slip on the floor after a feed of pints, then do let me know. Obviously I'll be taking no liability, but I'd love to hear how you got on. Enter at your own risk as always.

How many pubs in Ireland are actually open?

I get this question quite a bit through our DMs on Instagram.

According to the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI), as of August 2019, 7,140 pubs in were open and operating in Ireland.

The figures showed that there were 1,477 fewer pubs in Ireland in 2018 than in 2005. A 17.1% drop.

Oldest pubs in Ireland

Like many people, I've known that the oldest pub in Ireland is Sean's Bar for quite some time.

But I've never really known what other ancient pubs lie around the island.

So, I did a bit of digging.

1. Johnny Fox's Dublin, 1798

2. McHugh's Bar, Belfast, 1711

3. Gateway Bar, Cork City - 1698

4. Morahan's, Roscommon, 1641

5. Grace Neill's, Down, 1611

6. Kyteler's Inn, Kilkenny, 1263

7. Brazen Head, Dublin, 1198 AD

8. Sean's Bar, Athlone, 900 AD

And that, ladies and gents, is a wrap. Have a great pub to recommend? Let me know in the comments section below!

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Our rundown of the ten best traditional pubs in Dublin, ranked in order of greatness.

Dublin is the capital of Ireland and the Number One spot where tourists will taste their first Guinness on Irish soil.

There is a vast range of nightlife in Dublin, but it is traditional bars that you must experience if you are in Dublin as they are famous worldwide!

Here is our rundown of the ten best traditional pubs in Dublin, ranked in order of greatness.

10. McDaid's - a classic in the heart of Dublin city centre

With a great city-centre location just off Grafton Street, McDaid's ornate high ceiling is one of the first things you'll notice as you walk in here (the more observant might notice the trapdoor behind the bar with steep stairs leading down into the cellars).

If you're settling in for the evening, head up the narrow stairs to one of the upper levels.

Address: 3 Harry St, Dublin, D02 NC42, Ireland

9. L. Mulligan Grocer - the best traditional pub in Dublin with craft beer

This is the place to go if you're looking for a Mountain Man, a Crafty Hen or a Belgian Blonde. Don't even think of trying to order a Guinness or a Budweiser here - it's craft beer all the way, and these are some of the labels.

As the name suggests, L Mulligan Grocer pub in Stoneybatter once had a grocery shop in it and the rear section of the pub is now a superb restaurant serving Irish produce with a clever creative twist. Try the spiced potted crab or slow-roasted pork belly.

Address: 18 Stoneybatter, Arran Quay, Dublin 7, D07 KN77, Ireland

8. Toner's - a favourite of WB Yeats

One of the oldest and best traditional pubs in Dublin, Toner's on Baggot Street dates back to around 1818 and has an old wooden bar full of memorabilia and drawers which date back to its time as a grocery store.

One of the nicest features in the pub is the large 'snug' just inside the front window which has wooden benches and its own door. The poet WB Yeats is said to have liked drinking here.

Address: 139 Baggot Street Lower, Saint Peter's, Dublin 2, Ireland

7. Johnny Fox's Pub - one of best traditional pubs in Dublin outside the city centre

Johnny Fox's is quite a legendary pub to visit and really not that well known. This is one of those "off the beaten paths" pub experiences to whisper to your mates about. There is a catch though, as this addition to the list of best Dublin pubs is a good distance outside of the city centre!

Johnny Fox's is famed as being the highest pub in Ireland, sitting on top of the Dublin mountains in Glencullen about a 25-minute drive from the city centre. Johnny Fox's is a unique and atmospheric Irish pub, and is well known for its entertainment, and famous visitors such as U2 and the Coors.

Address: Glencullen, Co. Dublin, Ireland

6. The Cobblestone - for live traditional Irish music

This is amazing for traditional Irish music. Although it's not exactly in the city centre, it's worth the trip if you get a bus or taxi. Traditional music is played in the front bar and creates a fantastic atmosphere. Be prepared for lots of foot-tapping and some thigh slapping!

Address: 77 King St N, Smithfield, Dublin, D07 TP22, Ireland

5. The Norseman - for good food and live music

Formerly Farringtons of Temple Bar which was known as one of the best traditional bars in Dublin, The Norseman is a lively pub located in the heart of party-central Temple Bar.

The staff regularly rotates the tasty brews on draught here and invite different breweries to do "tap takeovers," where large sections of taps are devoted to one brewery.

So, always ask the barman for recommendations of what to drink on the night (craft beer tasting selections are available). There is usually live music on the ground floor, so don't rule dancing out.

The Norseman is a great spot for craft beers and a good atmosphere and well worthy of a place on the list of 10 best traditional Irish bars in Dublin.

Address: 28E, Essex St E, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland

4. Palace Bar - a Temple Bar classic

Another true Dublin pub just at the edge of the Temple Bar area, this is the sort of pub where you might meet a small selection of close friends, take a comfy chair in the backroom and enjoy a night of craic (the Irish word for "fun") and witty conversation. Or, drop in for a starter drink on your way into Temple Bar.

Address: 21 Fleet St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland

3. O'Donoghue's - a traditional Irish music pub

A traditional Irish music session in this pub is a must if you are in Dublin! It is very busy and popular so make sure you go down at a reasonable time!

A selection of traditional musicians get together for a "session" each night, playing fiddles, tin whistles, bodhrans and uilleann pipes.

This is where famous Irish traditional band The Dubliners got its start and the members have come back to play here many times.

Address: 15 Merrion Row, Saint Peter's, Dublin, Ireland

2. The Long Hall - one of Dublin's most charming bars

An original Dublin pub with a striking red and white exterior that has survived the complete reconstruction of the buildings around it during the Celtic Tiger boom.

It gets quite busy on weekends, so drop in for a quiet mid-week pint of Guinness to fully appreciate the classic wooden interior, mirrors and cozy décor.

Address: 51 South Great George's Street, Dublin 2, D02 CP38, Ireland

1. The Brazen Head - the oldest pub in Dublin

This pub dates back to the year 1198. The Brazen Head is claimed to be Dublin's oldest pub and it's still a lively spot, with live music every night.

The building was originally a coach house (it's not known how much of the original remains) and walls are lined with old pictures, papers and ads from the past.

Famous names that supped a pint or two in the pub include James Joyce, Brendan Behan and Jonathan Swift. For food, tuck into beef and Guinness stew or a big bowl of steamed Irish mussels.

The Brazen Head may be the oldest but it is top of the list of the best traditional pubs in Dublin!

Address: 20 Lower Bridge St, Usher's Quay, Dublin, D08 WC64, Ireland

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What time is it in Dublin?

2. How many people live in Dublin?

As of 2020, Dublin's population is said to be around 1.2 million people (2020, World Population Review).

3. What temperature is it in Dublin?

Dublin is a coastal city with a temperate climate. Spring sees balmy conditions ranging from 3°C (37.4°F) to 15°C (59°F). In Summer, temperatures rise to a range of 9°C (48.2°F) to 20°C (68°F). Autumn temperatures in Dublin are generally between 4°C (39.2°F) and 17°C (62.6°F). In winter, temperatures are usually between 2°C (35.6°F) and 9°C (48.2°F).

4. What time is sunset in Dublin?

Depending on the month of the year, the sun sets at varying times. On the Winter Solstice in December (the shortest day of the year), the sun can set as early as 4:08pm. On the Summer Solstice in June (the longest day of the year), the sun can set as late as 9:57pm.

5. What to do in Dublin?

Dublin is a dynamic city with tonnes of things to see and do! If you're keen to learn more about what to do in Dublin, have a look at the below articles for some inspiration.

If you are visiting Dublin, you will find these articles really helpful:

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Dublin is the capital of Ireland and the Number One spot where tourists will taste their first Guinness on Irish soil. There is a vast range of nightlife in Dublin, but it is traditional bars that you must experience if you are in Dublin as they are famous worldwide!

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From old-school boozers to new-wave craft breweries, these are the best pubs in Dublin for a tasty pint (or three).