Dublin Nightlife

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to any visitor that the nightlife is what has been driving the Dublin tourist scene for generations, long before the rest of the city woke up and realized what a cash cow they were sitting on. There are literally over 100 bars here, as well as dance clubs and so much more. If you are bored visiting this city at night, you aren’t really trying to have fun at all.

1. Zanzibar - 36 Ormond Quay Lower Dublin - website

If you are looking for a giant bar to get lost in, then this enormous spot is for you. With bars on two floors, your drink shall never go dry.

2. aka - 6/8 Wicklow Street Dublin - website

One of the hippest spots in town, this bar use to be quite a dump but it is amazing what a simple renovation can do.

3. Traffic - 54 Middle Abbey Street Dublin - website

You may think you’ve stepped into the newest drinking establishment in Milan or Rome, but Traffic is Dublin’s tribute to all things fashion.

4. Balzac - 35 Dawson Street Dublin - website

Very few classy bars serve top quality food, but Balzac might be the best bar/restaurant combo in the city.

5. The Village - 26 Wexford Street Dublin - website

Every city needs a few spots for great live music, and since Dublin has given birth to so much great rock and roll, it only seems fitting that The Village is at the top of most people’s lists.

6. Bar Mizu - South William Street Dublin - website

If you’ve been dying to drink at a bar that features a river flowing through it, (yes, literally), than Bar Mizu is the spot for you!

7. Spy - Powerscourt Townhouse Centre South William Street Dublin - website

You might have to sign up to join Spy, but with the pulsing live music and exclusive clientele, it is money well spent.

8. SIN - Sycamore Street Temple Bar Dublin - website

A fashionable bar and club mixed with a circus freak show, SIN has earned its reputation as one of the most unique spots anywhere.

9. Odeon - 57 Harcourt Street Dublin - website

One of Dublin’s more mature hangouts, Odeon is a great place for a whisky and a nice conversation with the person next to you.

10. Cocoon - Unit 2 Royal Hibernian Way Dawson Street Dublin - website

One of the most popular cocktail bars anywhere in the city, Cocoon soothes its patrons with a beautiful cream and coffee colored interior that will make you melt.