Temple Bar.

With its iconic, bright red facade dominating Temple Bar Square, this is easily Dublin’s most photographed pub. While the surrounding neighborhood is famous for its lively, tourist-heavy energy, the pub itself stands out for the sheer scale of its operations. Inside, the bustling rooms host daily live traditional music and house one of Ireland’s largest whiskey collections, boasting over 350 bottles from around the globe. The food menu leans heavily into classic pairings, matching pints of Guinness with fresh Irish oysters delivered daily, alongside loaded toasted sandwiches. It is busy, unapologetically popular, and operates on a walk-in-only basis, making it the ultimate spot for people-watching and experiencing the district's boisterous, post-revival nightlife.