St. James's Gate, Medieval city gate entrance in Dublin, Ireland
The gate stands at the intersection of St. James Street and the south quays of Dublin, marking the historic western entrance to the medieval city.
The original gate from the 12th century served as a toll point for goods entering Dublin until its demolition in 1734 to improve city access.
The location marked the starting point for pilgrims traveling from Dublin to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, following the ancient Camino route.
The site remains accessible throughout the year without entrance fees, located at coordinates 53.343346 latitude and -6.284618 longitude in central Dublin.
Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease for the brewery site in 1759, paying £45 annually for four acres that included malthouses and horse stables.
Address: 53 James's St, St. James's Gate, Dublin 8, Ireland
Opening Hours: Monday 13:00-21:00; Thursday-Saturday 13:00-21:00; Sunday 13:00-19:00
Phone: +35314712455
Website: https://guinnessopengate.com
GPS coordinates: 53.34335,-6.28462
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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