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TOP 5 PLACES TO STAY IN TEMPLE BAR:
1. THE CLARENCE HOTEL
This boutique hotel overlooking the River Liffey is owned by
Bono and The Edge of Irish group, U2. 6-8 Wellington Quay
T: +353 1 407 0800; W:
www.theclarence.com.
2. BARNACLES HOSTEL
First-rate low-budget hostel accommodation in the heart of
Temple Bar. 19 Temple Lane South. T: +353 1 671 6277;
W:
www.barnacles.ie.
3. BLOOMS HOTEL
3-star accommodation with easy going charm and a warm
welcome. 6 Anglesea Street. T: +353 1 671 5622.
4. THE IRISH LANDMARK TRUST
The Temple Bar. Holiday historically in this restored 18th century Georgian
house in the heart of the city. 25 Eustace Street. T: +353 1
of parliamentarian Henry Grattan. Skilled craftsmen and artisans, such 670 4733; W:
www.irishlandmark.com.
as clockmakers and printers, lived and worked around Temple Bar 5. FITZSIMONS HOTEL
until post-war industrialisation led to a decline in the area's fortunes. Check out the hotel’s roof terrace with great views of the city.
In the 1970s, the CIE (national transport authority) bought up 21-22 Wellington Quay. T: +353 1 677 9315.
parcels of land in this area to build a major bus depot. While waiting
to acquire the land in this area to buildings needed, the CIE rented
out, on cheap leases, some of the old retail and warehouse premises
to young artists and to record, clothing and book shops. The area TOP 5 PUBS IN TEMPLE BAR:
developed an "alternative" identity and a successful lobby by local
residents persuaded CIE to drop their plans. As more cynical Dubliners
1. THE PORTERHOUSE
put it, the area became the city's “officially designated arts zone”.
Serve an exclusive range of beers – 3 stouts, 3 ales and 3 lagers
While the new investment and planning may have added a slight air
– all brewed in their Dublin brewery! 16/18 Parliament Street.
of contrivance, it’s still an exciting, atmospheric and essentially very
T: +353 1 672 8087; W:
www.porterhousebrewco.com.
young place, home to many interesting galleries, shops and more. The 2. THE TEMPLE BAR PUB
Irish Film Institute (IFI) aims to promote and preserve film culture in
Boasting the largest selection of whiskeys in Ireland,
Ireland, and screens art-house cinema, foreign film festivals and
The Temple Bar has been serving beer for more than 160 years.
47/48 Temple Bar. T: +353 1 672 5286;
documentaries. Tel: (01) 679 5744. The experimental Projects Arts
W:
www.templebarpubdublin.com.
Centre is an artist-centred venue aiming to foster innovative work and
3. THE PALACE BAR
presenting a year-round programme of visual arts, theatre, dance and
Unspoilt and unmodernised, this Dublin institution was a
music. Tel: (01) 679 6622. The National Photographic Archive houses favourite drinking hole of many Irish literary giants, including
the photographic collections of the National Library of Ireland, with
Kavanagh and Flann O’Brien. 21 Fleet Street.
subject matters ranging from topographical views and studio portraits to
T: +353 1 671 7388
political events and early tourist photographs. Tel: (01) 603 0374. There
4. THE MORGAN BAR
Cosmopolitan and modern, The Morgan Bar, part of The Morgan
are also centres for music, multimedia and photography, as well as The
Hotel has one of the best smoking areas in Dublin. 10 Fleet
Ark: A Cultural Centre for Children - an arts centre offering theatre,
Street. T: +353 1 679 3939; W:
www.themorgan.co
workshops and other entertainment for children. Tel: (01) 670 7788. 5. THE QUAYS
With public spaces, pedestrian-only areas and local open air shops,
Situated in the heart of Temple Bar, The Quays is renowned for
services and artisans that just don’t exist anywhere but here, its easy to
its live music. 11 Temple Bar Square. T: +353 1 671 3922.
see why Temple Bar is the most vibrant and energetic part of Dublin.
guestrooms accommodation can return to the Salad Bar and Buffet as often as you wish and have
Fitzsimons Hotel, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Tel: (01) 677 9315; Email: as much rice as you like. We cater for large groups and vegetarians.
info@fitzimonshotel.com; Web:
www.fitzsimonshotel.com. Fitzsimons Open 7 days a week.
Hotel is situated in the heart of Temple Bar on the Banks of the River The Quays Bar, 11/12 Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Tel: (01) 679 1923;
Liffey. Fitzsimons is a boutique hotel with 22 bedrooms and 4 floors Fax: (01) 671 3922; Email:
gerry-berigan@hotmail.com; Web:
of fun, with bar, restaurants, night club and roof terrace. Set on 4
www.quaysrestaurant.com. The Quays Bar is situated in the heart of
floors you can relax in the elegant restaurant overlooking the River Temple Bar on Temple Bar Square. Famous for its pleasant and
Liffey, followed by a late night cocktail bar or alfresco dining on the friendly atmosphere it appeals to a mix of all ages. The Quays has
roof terrace; or pop down to the bar to listen to live bands or bop the always had a great reputation when it comes to live music. Bands and
night away in the night club with guest appearances by top DJs. artists from all musical backgrounds and from all over the world have
played at The Quays. Music starts from 3pm daily and there is
dining dining & entertainment something to suit everyone's taste.
Mongolian Barbeque, 7 Anglesea St, Dublin 2. Tel: (01) 670 4154; Hard Rock Café Dublin, 12 Fleet Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Tel:
Email:
bookings@mongolianbbq.ie; Web:
www.mongolianbbq.ie. The (01) 671 7777; Email:
sales@hardrockcafe.ie; Web:
www.hardrock.com.
family run Mongolian Barbeque in Temple Bar, is one of Dublin’s most Irish people are world famous for being friendly & relaxed and all staff
talked about restaurants for its value and unique eating experience! at Hard Rock Dublin thrives on this fame – providing all customers
You make your own dish from the extensive range of with the best of service. Our Cafe has a very relaxed & friendly feel to
veggies/meats/fish/herbs/tofu/spices/sauces while you interact with the place and we have the most up to date & cutting-edge music and
pals in very comfortable/friendly surroundings from the ‘all you can videos, we advise all visitors to kick-back and enjoy what we are so
eat’ Salad Bar and Buffet. It can be hot/mild/spicy pending on your proud to offer. Keep an eye on our event calendar for parties thrown in
pallet! Hand your ‘creation’ over to our Grillers, they will stir-fry it in the restaurant throughout the year!
front of you and complimentary rice will await you at your table. You
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