The area is a hotspot for tourism and is one of Ireland's number one destinations. It lies on the south bank of the River Liffey. It is believed that 'Temple Bar' street's name originated from 'Sir William Temple' from the 'Temple family (you can see the same on the outer wall of the pub) The most iconic pub in Dublin, the Temple Bar Pub, sits proudly on the corner of Temple Bar and Temple Lane South. With live music from 10:30 am every day, this is a pub with a party atmosphere all day long. I was amused at how many people popped in, snapped off a quick photo or a 30-second video, and then left without stopping for a drink. Then again, at €8 a pint, and it's one of the more expensive drinks in an already expensive city ( and I did the same in 2-3 pubs), and that's fine. Doesn't matter whether you wanna have food or drink here or not, but I would definitely recommend (in capital letters), have one drink here. Yes, it's expensive (just 3-4 euros more, come on), but the vibe, that's totally worth it. I truly believe, though, that if you're going to experience Dublin, then you can't leave without experiencing Temple Bar. I had like 4-5 drinks at different pubs, and though it's touristy and "trap"- I would come here again and again. No other place has a "temple bar pub ' vibe. There is always live music, the stage is rarely empty, and the diary is always full. The Temple Bar Pub is famed throughout Dublin for its lively, traditional Irish music scene. PS: don't get confused with Temple Bar at the end of every pub. Its neighborhood name (Temple bar neighborhood), and this pub is Temple Bar pub. read more

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Is Temple Bar an overpriced tourist trap in a saturated area of Dublin? Yes. However, with that said, I feel it's a must-see for first time visitors. I went during my first trip to Dublin and not again until my boyfriend and I went to Dublin together. As it was his first visit, we had to go. The bar is always packed unless you arrive as soon as they open. It's not longer after opening time that it becomes a mad house well into the night. They've always got live music and proper Guinness pours (more $$ than elsewhere). So yeah, it's a tourist trap but it's also fun if you know what you're getting into and what to expect. read more

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Is Temple Bar super touristy, a bit pricier than other local pubs and always crowded? Yup. But is it also an amazing time with cold pints, an eclectic mix of folks, tourist and local, all while covered in lights and holiday decor? Also, yup...and that second part definitely made the visit worth it! For all the stories you see about The Temple Bar being overrated and the #1 tourist trap in Dublin...you hear and see stories of absolute fun and amazement while visiting. So, do yourself a favor and pop in, grab a pint and just enjoy yourself! We stopped into Temple Bar mere hours after landing in Dublin. It was on our list and we wanted to start our trip off with something uniquely Dublin. Temple Bar is more than a pub or a bar, it is definitely an experience. The place is huge with each room having it's own unique vibe. The back bar was packed with bridal and stag parties with a few locals sprinkled at the bar and everyone was listening to the music. The courtyard spaces were filled with smaller groups of folks just enjoying the pints and people watching. The other bars and rooms were packed with folks singing and raising a glass. There was a lot going on, but it was fun to see it! If you do not like crowds, this is definitely not the spot for you. The amount of people can get very overwhelming, very fast. Service can also take a hit, but that is expected with the amount of folks bidding for a pint at the same time. Overall, we really enjoyed our time at The Temple Bar. Solid 4.5 for us, and again, definitely worth stopping by while in Dublin! read more

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Great entertainment bar with live music and fantastic decorations year around from the outside to the inside. This place is a well known and the landmark of Dublin for sure. If you ask which bar to go for fun, this would be on the top 3 in the city. The bar is huge comparing to other bars in the area. They have their own restaurant within and a souvenir store next to it. Plus there is to go store a block down. This place alway packed and most of time, there is a line to get in for the restaurant side. But the decor inside and outside (especially at night) when all the lights are lite up, it just magical and fantastic to look at or to be inside and be a part of it. Didn't try the foods but drinks are great. Services are good if you can catch them since they are busy running around. Overall, good time. read more

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Is it touristy and expensive? Of course! But it was still fun. I paid €12 for my harp beer and my friend paid €15 for her Irish coffee, but you're paying for the atmosphere. It was so lively on a Monday night! And they had fun live music and people were just having a good time. I think it's worth going at least once. read more

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Everyone must stop in at Temple bar when in Dublin. That includes me. We drank an overpriced pint of Guinness and soaked up the atmosphere. Loved all of it. read more

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Packed, busy, fun bar. If you're here, you're in the middle of the action! The place is huge with multiple rooms and multiple seating areas. We were in a small room just to the right of one of the bars. There was live music in a different area. A tv screen and the speakers streamed it to us. I only give the place three stars because it's extremely overpriced. 12euros for one beer on tap? Pretty outrageous. Please note that the bathrooms are downstairs and the stairs are narrow and steep. Don't get too drunk before you have to pee. read more

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I was only able to buy whisky in the little extension next door to the Temple Bar. I just wanted to mention the gift size whisky, like the sample size Telling and The Temple Bar one that comes in a nice tin box is at cheaper at the airport duty free (no tax) so save your money if you plan to get the small ones go to the airport instead. I was charged at least 10 euro more for the Telling whiskey. read more

During my vacation research for visiting Dublin, Ireland Temple Bar is the top of everyone's list. It's the Original Temple Bar and it's one of the biggest. They have live music and plenty of choices of beer. We definitely split the 'G' here and had a blast. I'm giving Temple Bar, 4 stars because it's honestly really packed and to get a drink, there is a long wait. read more

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Can't leave Dublin without walking thru the Temple Bar District and hitting the iconic Temple Bar. Like most of these bars, it gets packed, so go early. This Irish duo hit the stage at around 9pm. Lots of fun and good clappin' and stompin' music! Large crowds so be prepared. read more

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Visited the infamous Temple Bar on a Tuesday night and the vibes were amazing! We were lucky to find a table while music was playing live, made friends with several people, and just had a wonderful time. A Dublin must! read more

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Check the price before you order and make sure you double check the receipt. We got double charged by the bartender. After we found out and tried to claim money back, the staffs were not cooperative. We had to wait for the exact bartender to come back to the bar to discuss this issue. After talking to him, he insist we got the wrong receipt, which is not true. We were told to show the credit card charge record as proof. We did and finally got the money back. No apologies were given. The manager who issued the refund did not even look at us. So cold. Bad experience. read more

We had to stop in for a least one drink while in Dublin. The place is so pretty decorated for Christmas and the live music is amazing. BUT it was so packed we couldn't even move. You couldn't get a drink to see the music so it wasn't worth it to stay long. Overall you have to stop for one but we had more fun at other places on our trip. read more

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Tourists Trap Alert Temple Bar is undeniably one of Dublin's most famous pubs, but unfortunately the experience didn't live up to the reputation. The main issue: it is vastly overpriced, (27 euros for two drinks) even for a tourist-heavy spot. You expect a bit of a premium in this area, but the prices here felt far beyond reasonable. Service was another disappointment. Our server was unattentive from the start--so much so that we eventually had to stand up and walk to the bar ourselves just to get drinks, because the waiter never made it to our table. For a place that is always busy, you'd hope the staff would be more organized and aware. The music, which is usually a highlight in Irish pubs, was only average that night. Not terrible, but not memorable either, and certainly not enough to make up for the other shortcomings. Overall, Temple Bar Pub is iconic, but the experience felt like paying premium prices for below-average service. There are plenty of other pubs in Dublin where you can enjoy better music, attentive staff, and fair prices. read more

TRULY a tourist trap (and not worth visiting in my opinion). I would recommend seeing the building from the outside (gorgeous christmas decor), but it is ALWAYS packed inside and there really isn't that much space. Plus the beer/ cocktails are overpriced and you would be better off going to a more local pub where you can actually sit down and not have drunk people spilling their drinks all over you read more

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THE ORIGINAL TEMPLE BAR. WORTH A VISIT AND A PINT. Before coming to Ireland I didn't know that Temple Bar was an area. I might be going in the off season (November 2025), but the entire street besides one or two bars is sparsely populated (the other being The Auld Dubliner). Temple Bar is popping nonstop and there is always people there. Drinks are always flowing and the live music (when you are drink) all sounds good. Lots of hobos around too and I got super accosted by one on a side street who then shoved me around and wouldn't let me go. Wouldn't recommend walking down D'Olier Street at night. read more

Albeit a bit touristy, this is a must stop in the temple bar area. The OG temple bar. Very fun and lively, always a crowd with good music and vibes. The drinks and service are standard. It can definitely get crowded at times with long waits, but not shocking. Worth seeing if you're ever in Dublin! read more

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This was the first pub we went to and I won't be coming back. Just a warning, it is EXTREMELY crowded. There is live music in the back but the room is so tiny that you are crammed. There were many very drunk people pushing each other and you will probably get a drink or two spilled on you. The outside was very beautiful as the pub is Christmas themed, however, this pub is very touristy and I'm sure there are better pubs to go to in Dublin. read more

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It's most definitely a tourist bar which would normally only garner 3 stars from me, but the music was genuinely good, which I really appreciate. So I bumped it up to 4 stars. Because who doesn't go to Ireland and want to hear I'll Tell Me Ma / The Belle of Belfast City 500 times? LOL. So grab a pint and a listen and then explore the area a bit more. read more

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The iconic Temple Bar! The most lively bar in the area with incredible beers on tap. The food and service was top notch in the area with some of the best live music on the strip. Although it's crowded, it makes for the perfect Dublin experience. Drink beer, enjoy local grub and respect, appreciate and sing along to the local entertainment. read more

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Had such a memorable evening here...a great duo (Cuisle) hit the stage and had the whole bar singing all night with pop favorites both old and new, along with some classic Irish drinking songs. The place was PACKED by 10 pm, standing room only. Great vibe for a first night in Dublin. read more

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Yes, it's touristy. Yes, the locals say that there are MANY better places. But I STILL come here upon every visit to Dublin, as I love the VIBE here. It's packed, loud and raucous, but it's quintessentially Dublin! Last time I was in Dublin, I was here for a few days, and I made an effort to try a pint of Guinness in different pubs, and to be quite honest- the best pints I had were here! Not to mention, the oysters are always fresh and tasty, and go so well with a pint of Guinness. If you stay long enough, the band will eventually play "Sweet Caroline," and the entire bar will be singing- it is quite impressive! I love to come here with friends as it is so much fun, but if you come alone, it's great to walk around all the different areas and rooms of this place and stand in awe of the history here! Even if you only come once in your life, this place is a must visit! read more

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My daughter wife, and I decided to stop in at the Temple bar in Dublin. This is a highly energetic bar with great live music. All of the patrons were friendly. The service was great. The beer selection and spirits were numerous. It was a very fun place although we didn't eat. The food looked delicious. I would've given it a five out of five but it's extremely crowded and extremely expensive expect to pay.€11 per pint. If you're looking for fun excitement and a great place to meet people and you have deep pockets this place is definitely for you. read more

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The Temple Bar is one POPULAR pub in Dublin, Ireland. It is wall to wall people inside this super busy joint. A bit too busy for my shy self. We stopped by in the late morning, and the place was already bustling with activity. The atmosphere was very lively, and you could see & feel the energy. Quite impressive indeed. Definitely a "Must Visit" destination when you go to Dublin. read more

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So this is apparently one of the more famous pubs in the area, it's got a very impressive atmosphere/decor and has a great selection of drinks, good food, very friendly service with option to pay by applepay/tap; it's very close to our hotel and the first place we went upon arrival in Dublin while waiting for our rooms to be ready with our group of 20+. I'm told that it's usually packed so we must have gone at a good time of day in the afternoon. read more

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It's a historic beautiful place to gather and it's very busy on this corner. It's a must stop if you want to experience the culture of Ireland having a Guinness beer. I'm not a beer drinker, but I've had more Guinness beers than I have in my lifetime and I am now a fan. I think I've had three the whole time I was in Ireland that were dark beer and two of their light beer which I thought tasted like Heineken or Michelob light. Either way if you haven't traveled to Ireland, it is a definite bucket list must do. It is absolutely beautiful And I took my mother to enjoy this time with her. read more

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Called a must-see so we stopped in. Fun but very very crowded. We went mid-day during the week and it was still hectic. The vibes are unmatched though. read more

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Yes, Temple Bar is overrated, crowded, and definitely more expensive than most places around--but let's be honest, it's still worth a visit. It's one of those spots that's become a bit of a cliché, yet somehow, you can't skip it. The atmosphere, the live music, the buzz, it's all part of the Dublin experience. And really, unless you've snapped a photo and had a pint at Temple Bar, have you even visited Dublin? Overall: 4/5 - Touristy, pricey, but still a Dublin rite of passage. read more

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This pub lives up to its reputation! Don't get tricked into thinking you've arrived when seeing a neighboring pub, keep walking toward the Golden Arches! We were excited to see The Temple Bar decorated for the holidays and of course were sure to see ourselves on Earth Cam. There is live feed outside of the bar as well as inside the pub near the stage. We visited in the afternoon and ran into a couple of pals from our tour which was a nice surprise. I had a Guinness and my friend had an Angry Orchard. You'll discover from reading any of my Ireland reviews, these were our drinks of choice. ;) The bar was packed and a band was setting up to perform. This was the last spot to visit on my Ireland bucket list and it didn't disappoint. I'm sure it's a lot more fun in the evening hours, but I'm not in my 20s so we enjoyed an afternoon adult beverage instead. It was one hell of a craic! read more

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While known as a tourist spot, my wife and I stopped in for a beer and we met the bartender named Gary. We had an amazing time and Gary made our afternoon unforgettable. Gary was so friendly, social , and fun to hang out with. When you stop in make sure to ask for Gary and tell him the other Gary (from US) sent you. read more

What a blast! I know it's touristy but who cares because it WAS SO MUCH FUN! We got a seat right in front of the music ( granted we did arrive around noon) and drank pint after pint .The server came around frequently and you could also order with QR code from phone. We were never thirsty! Can't wait to return! read more

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One of the many stops in Dublin's City Center Thursday night! The original Temple Bar was amazing! Standing room only and the vibe at every place we went was just like this...everyone having a great time and met so many people from around the world. If you're in Dublin, the Temple Bar district is a must visit! On a scale of 1 - 10, this is one of my favorite places in the world!! read more

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Spectacularly fun with great entertainment. Based on other reviews and discussions about it being a tourist trap, I expected to hate it, but I didn't. In fact, we ended up going 3 times during our 8-day stay in Dublin. Yeah, it's a little more expensive than other pubs, but they have a system of service that is a well-oiled machine and entertainment at all hours. It was a great experience and since I'm an EarthCam app fan, I was able to talk with my daughters and they were able to see us enjoying ourselves for a few minutes. That was fun! The worst part about the bar is the food. It was just okay, basic food. Next time I'll eat before I go. read more

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Came to Dublin for St Pattys day & had to stop at the famous Temple Bar! Yes it's a tourist spot & yes it's overpriced but the vibe is what you come for.. Staff is friendly & Guinness was phenomenal! It was extremely crowded for St Pattys so would recommend coming back on a slower day if you want a more chill vibe. Didn't get a chance to try the food. Cheers! read more

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You can't visit Dublin without a stop into the famous Temple Bar pub. For this reason, the prices are higher than average but there's no loss of quality. The live music is quintessential & can be heard throughout every room. Enjoy! read more

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It's a classic experience to visit the Temple Bar in Dublin. Although the menu didn't have labeled allergens they were able to accommodate well for a gluten free diet. We had drinks and a charcuterie board. Wish there was a board mixed of meats and cheese rather than have them separately. But the quality was excellent and the live music atmosphere was a great way to spend a sunny afternoon. read more

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Great spot. Atmosphere, Atmosphere, Atmosphere was everything and more in The Temple Bar. Tons of history plastered on the walls. Live music playing local music and rock and roll classics. While this is a fun place, pls know that it's 100% a tourist area and the prices follow suit. With that said, you must make this trip. Guiness, Live Music, People Watching and Conversation. Get your ass to Dublin! read more

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The Temple Bar was the first pub we went to the entire trip, which was our baseline for the cost of alcohol. As we hopped to other bars around Dublin, we became well aware that the Temple Bar was a tourist trap with their alcohol being nearly double the cost of local pubs. But hey, The Temple Bar was a must do/see, and we even went two nights in a row and had a blast both times. The Temple Bar was a multi-room pub. It had one big room for the live music, but smaller rooms branched from it. What's cool was that there was a small outdoor patio inside of the establishment itself. Because of the many rooms, there was no shortage of bars at The Temple Bar. I felt like whenever I turned a corner, there was a bar within reach. The Temple Bar was crowded on the nights we were there. I could understand Sunday being a vibe, but I was surprised by how lively the place was the following night on Monday. There was live music on both nights as well. read more

WHAT ELSE CAN BE SAID?? GREAT BEER, live music, camaraderie all around!! You wander from room to room making new acquaintances, find a nice little spot to sit, listen, and enjoy a pint of what ever tickles your fancy! It's an all around fun place to check off your bucket list!! read more

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Gord and I went to the Temple Bar last Tuesday at 6pm and it was jammed! It's a huge place! I figured we'd stop in for an obligatory touristy drink but it was surprisingly a fun time and Gord and I stayed a while listening to the band. read more

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