Temple Bar, Shopping district and cultural quarter in central Dublin, Ireland.
Temple Bar encompasses cobblestone streets lined with traditional pubs, contemporary restaurants, art galleries, and retail shops along the south bank of the River Liffey in Dublin's city center.
Originally developed in the 17th century as an affluent residential area, Temple Bar declined into a red-light district before undergoing major revitalization in the 1990s when artists and creative entrepreneurs transformed abandoned buildings.
The district hosts numerous cultural institutions including the Irish Film Institute, Project Arts Centre, and National Photographic Archive, while traditional Irish music sessions take place nightly in historic pubs.
The area operates from noon until late evening with most establishments closing around 22:00, offers limited wheelchair accessibility, and provides moderate pricing for dining and shopping experiences.
Temple Bar features one of Ireland's largest whiskey collections at The Temple Bar Pub and hosts the annual Street Performance World Championship, attracting buskers from around the globe.
Location: Royal Exchange A Ward 1986
Location: Dublin
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: 19 Crane Ln, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 R891, Ireland D02 R891 Dublin
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 12:00-21:00; Friday 12:00-22:00; Saturday 14:30-22:00; Sunday 14:30-21:00
Website: http://Category:Temple Bar, Dublin
GPS coordinates: 53.34522,-6.26472
Latest update: October 27, 2025 18:56
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