Trail Through Dublin's Rich Pub Heritage
Visiting Dublin? Explore some of Dublin’s famous landmark pubs, where history, charm and hospitality come alive! Enjoy a drink or food, chat to the team and take in the atmosphere! Collect 6 or more stamps and receive your free Heritage Pub keepsake beanie! The best part, all eight bars are within a couple of minutes of each other!
Step 1: Pick Up A Stamp Card
Across any of the 8 pubs on the heritage pub trail, you can pick up your free heritage pub brochure and stamp card. Use this stamp card to collect stamps in each of the bars you visit! Simply ask a member of staff.
Step 2: Visit Pubs
Embark on your adventure by visiting the pubs on the trail. Take your time to savor the atmosphere, enjoy a drink, and learn about the pub’s unique history and offerings. Collect at least 6 stamps for your stamp card!
Step 3: Collect Your Gift
Complete the trail by visiting at least 6 of the 8 pubs and collecting a stamp in each. You can then collect your complimentary Heritage Pub Beanie from the Arlington Hotel & Bar reception. Simply make this your last stop on the trail!
Dublin Heritage Pubs
Kehoes Pub – South Anne St. Dublin 2
Bruxelles – Harry Street. Dublin 2
Stag’s Head – Dame Court. Dublin 2
The Voyager – Dame Street. Dublin 2
The Quays – Temple Bar. Dublin 2
Grand Central – O’Connell St. Dublin 1
Gin Palace – Abbey Street. Dublin 1
Arlington Bar – Bachelors Walk. Dublin 1
Kehoes is an award-winning traditional Irish pub in the heart of Dublin. Kehoes was first licensed in 1803 and the premises that you see today was completed towards the end of the 19th century in typical Victorian style and is a treasure of authenticity. You can view stained glass mahogany doors, old Irish snugs, partitions and the entire homely feel throughout the pub – and it’s home to the best pint in Dublin!
The Stags Head is a traditional Irish pub with traditional Irish music and food in Dublin city centre. Enjoy a breath of fresh air when visiting the Stag’s Head, just a stones throw from the buzz of Grafton St. Here you will cross into a landmark with enough history it could occupy a library.
The Stag’s Head is a historical Dublin pub featured in Dublin Pub tours renowned for it’s hospitality and famous pint of Guinness.
Bruxelles is a cosmopolitan bar. Located just a step away from Grafton Street, Dublin’s busiest shopping thoroughfare. Bruxelles is the ideal venue for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s a sports bar and a music bar, with
The Quays Bar is situated in the heart of Dublin’s famous Temple Bar. It has a great mixture of both locals and tourists, making it one of Dublin’s liveliest pubs.
The live Irish traditional music every day makes the pub a magnet for those of you looking for a bit of craic. The stories told from near and far mean every day is a new experience in The Quays. A full Irish Restaurant on the first floor with a superb all-round menu including a traditional Irish Stew and Dublin Coddle.
Come for the craic and stay for the warm friendly atmosphere.
The Voyager Bar & Kitchen is located on Dublin’s famous Dame Street. An ode to Ireland’s past, embark on a journey through a time that defined Irish history.
A perfect bar to meet friends, catch up over a drink or have a bite to eat. On entering The Voyager, you realise why it’s unlike any other bar in Dublin.
The walls are adorned with paintings, murals and drawings of Ireland during the famine times in the 1840s. Time has been dedicated to presenting the men, women and children who left the island and had to travel far and wide for a new life. Learn how some of our ancestors went on to have incredible lives and helped shape the lands the they travelled to.
Join us in The Voyager and enjoy live music sessions every evening, great food and drinks, a warm welcome and much more…
The Gin Palace has the largest selection of gin in Dublin, boasting gins from every corner of the globe. So come down to The Gin Palace were the staff are happy to mix a cocktail of your choice and help you unwind after a hard day in the office or a tough days shopping. Perfect pints, wines and great food available too, with all major sporting events shown on our big TV screens. Having a party? Contact our management team and we will be happy to cater for all your needs.
Grand Central Café Bar extends you a warm welcome. Why not drop in, whether it’s for a pint and a chat with the friendly staff, or book your work colleagues in for a fun night of music and dancing in the downstairs bar, you’ll be sure to have an excellent evening. The restaurant has great food and wines and then move to the main bar for a last drink or two. If you are taking the Luas Red Line , you will see us at the O’Connell Street Stop, so if you heading to the 3 Arena, make sure you drop in for a pre-concert or post-concert drink or bite to eat.
Award Winning Hotel in The very heart of Dublin City. 2 Min from O’Connell St & the Luas. Home to the famous Celtic Nights Dinner & Show, performed 7 nights a week.
Offering you a superb accommodation in Dublin’s city centre within walking distance to all most popular tourist attractions including Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, and St. Stephen’s Green.
Your Heritage Pub Gift
Complete your Dublin Heritage Pub Trail and take home a little piece of the journey. Once you’ve collected 6 out of 8 stamps on your Heritage Pub Trail stamp card, you can claim your exclusive Heritage Pub Trail beanie hat.
Designed as a keepsake for those who have explored some of Dublin’s most characterful and historic pubs, this limited gift is the perfect reminder of good pints, great stories and a proper Dublin pub experience.
Collect your stamps, complete the trail, and wear your achievement with pride.
Collect your Heritage Pub Beanie from the reception desk in The Arlington Hotel, Bachelors Walk, O’Connell Bridge!
Don’t forget to tag @dublinheritagepubtrail in your pics when you’re on the trail, in a bar or wearing your well deserved beanie!
Pub Highlights
Try a Smithwick's on the trail
Smithwick’s Ale is one of Ireland’s best-loved beers, known for its smooth, easy-drinking character and rich brewing heritage. Brewed in Kilkenny, it pours a distinctive ruby-red colour with a creamy head and offers a balanced flavour that sits nicely between malt sweetness and gentle bitterness.
What makes Smithwick’s especially enjoyable is its approachable taste. It has soft caramel and toasted malt notes, a light roasted finish, and enough hop bitterness to keep it refreshing without being overpowering. It’s a great pint for those who want something with more depth than a lager, but still smooth, balanced, and very drinkable.
Going to Kilkenny? Visit the Smithwicks Experience here
*Always drink responsibly. Adults Only.
Common Questions About the Dublin Heritage Pub Trail
Explore the most common inquiries about our Dublin Heritage Pub Trail to ensure you have a seamless and enjoyable experience.
What is the duration of the Dublin Heritage Pub Trail?
The trail time completely depends on you! As it’s a self guided trail and requires no specific order, you can do it within a couple of hours or over a couple of days. So you can visit 8 pubs in a day or 8 pubs in a week, it’s up to you!
Do I need to book in advance for the pub trail?
No! You simply pick up a Heritage Pub Brochure and stamp card in any of the 8 locations and start. Simply ask a member of staff for a stamp in each bar!
Are children allowed on the pub trail?
Sure, children accompanied by an adult are allowed visit all of our pubs during the daytime hours up until 7pm.
Is there a dress code for the pubs on the trail?
Casual attire is generally acceptable, but some venues may require smart casual dress in the evenings. Dress code is bar specific.
Are food and drinks included in the trail?
No, as the trail is free, we don’t include any drinks or food as part of the trail. However, all 8 locations serve a wide variety of great food and drinks!
How do I get to the starting point of the trail?
The trail has no official start or ending, simply pick up a stamp card in any of the 8 bars and start. Each bar has a stamp to stamp your card. Stamps are only given after a valid purchase in the bar of food, drinks or merchandise! Your Heritage Pub Beanie Hat is available from The Arlington Bar reception only.
How do I get a stamp in a bar?
Easy! Simply visit one of the 8 bars, make a valid purchase and a member of the team will stamp your card. Please note, each stamp card stamped requires a purchase, ie 2 stamp cards requires 2 beverages or 2 dishes etc.
Where do I get my Heritage Pub Beanie Hat?
Once you have 6 or more stamps, head to the Arlington Hotel & Bar reception on Bachelors Walk, O’Connell bridge. The team validate your stamp cards and provide your hats!
Can I pre-arrange stamp cards for my group?
Sure, simply email
dublinheritagepubtrail@fitzgeraldgroup.ie and we can discuss how to organise group stamp cards for your trip!