Dublin's Temple Bar district offers far more than meets the eye. On this audio tour, local guide Jack Redmond takes you through a thousand years of history, from Dublin's Viking roots to the rock legends who have called this city home. He provides an insider's perspective on an area often dismissed as tourist-focused, revealing stories that most visitors miss. You'll uncover how the neighbourhood got its name, delve into its surprisingly hellish past, and learn about a 1970s government plan that almost wiped the whole place out.
From the Irish Houses of Parliament, you'll meander through Dublin's charming cobbled streets and hidden nooks. Along the way, you'll encounter medieval city walls, Viking heritage sites and famous landmarks, such as the Clarence Hotel, the Merchant's Arch, the Viking Longboat statue and Isolde's Tower. Learn about celebrated musicians, politicians and writers associated with the area, including the band U2, parliamentarian Henry Grattan and German composer George Frederick Handel.
Quench your thirst at some of Temple Bar's best pubs: The Porterhouse, The Temple Bar Pub, The Palace Bar, one of Dublin's oldest watering holes, and Foggy Dew, a pioneer of Ireland's craft beer scene. GPS technology allows you to explore at your own pace, so you can pause for a pint at one of the recommended pubs. Whether you're new to Dublin or a curious local, you'll gain a deeper understanding of one of Ireland's most iconic districts.
