How to Get Guinness Storehouse Tickets in Dublin

Wooden barrels labelled Guinness Dublin in the Storehouse museum
The Guinness Storehouse has been Dublin’s most visited attraction for over two decades — and the final pint in the Gravity Bar is worth the entire visit.

The Guinness Storehouse is Dublin’s number one tourist attraction, and it earns that title every single day. Built inside the original St. James’s Gate brewery — where Guinness has been brewed since 1759 — this seven-storey experience takes you through the history, brewing process, and culture of Ireland’s most famous export, ending with a pint in the rooftop Gravity Bar with panoramic views over Dublin.

It’s the kind of attraction that sounds like it might be a bit corporate and overproduced, and then completely wins you over within the first ten minutes. The building is designed around a giant pint glass-shaped atrium, the interactive exhibits are genuinely engaging, and the final pint at the top is one of those travel moments that just works.

Inside the Guinness brewery in Dublin showing the brewing process
Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease on the brewery in 1759 — that kind of commitment to a single location tells you something about Dublin.

I’ve compared the different ways to visit the Guinness Storehouse — from standard admission to combo tours that bundle in Jameson Distillery, Dublin Castle, and the Book of Kells. Below you’ll find the best options along with tips on when to go and how to make the most of your visit.

A pint of Guinness stout on a wooden table
They say Guinness tastes better in Dublin — and after visiting the Storehouse, you’ll be entirely convinced that’s not marketing.

If You’re in a Hurry: My Top 3 Picks

  1. Guinness Storehouse Experience — The standard ticket. Self-guided tour through all seven floors, interactive exhibits, a learn-to-pour experience, and a complimentary pint in the Gravity Bar. The essential Dublin experience.
  2. Jameson Distillery & Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour — Dublin’s two biggest drinks experiences in a single afternoon. Guided tour through Temple Bar, Jameson whiskey tasting, then the full Guinness Storehouse. Excellent value for drinks enthusiasts.
  3. Dublin in a Day: Castle, Book of Kells, Guinness & Whiskey — The ultimate Dublin day package. Dublin Castle, Trinity College, Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse, and whiskey tasting all in one guided day. Ideal if you want everything covered.
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What to Know Before Visiting

Temple Bar pub exterior in Dublin with colourful signage
The Storehouse is a 15-minute walk from Temple Bar — easy to combine with a morning pub crawl… or more sensibly, an afternoon walking tour.

Allow at least 2 hours

The Guinness Storehouse is a self-paced experience, so you can spend as long as you like. Most visitors need 1.5 to 2 hours to see everything properly. Speed-walkers can do it in an hour, but you’d miss the interactive brewing exhibits and the learn-to-pour experience, which are genuinely fun.

The Gravity Bar is the highlight

Your ticket includes one complimentary pint (or non-alcoholic alternative) in the Gravity Bar on the seventh floor. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows give you 360-degree views over Dublin’s rooftops, the Wicklow Mountains to the south, and Dublin Bay to the east. Time your visit so you’re at the top around sunset if possible.

Timed entry keeps crowds manageable

You book a specific time slot, which means the Storehouse never gets overwhelmingly crowded. Earlier slots (before 11 AM) and late afternoon slots (after 3 PM) tend to be quietest. Midday is busiest, especially during peak tourist season.

It’s in the Liberties, not the city centre

The Storehouse is about a 20-minute walk from Temple Bar, or a quick bus ride. The walk through the Liberties neighbourhood is actually interesting — it’s Dublin’s oldest area, full of character and local history. Many guided tours include hotel pickup or meet at a central point.

Traditional Irish pub interior with Guinness on tap
After the Storehouse, every Guinness you order in a Dublin pub hits differently — you’ll notice the pour technique, the settle time, the dome on top.

The Best Guinness Storehouse Tickets & Tours

1. Guinness Storehouse Experience

Guinness Storehouse Experience in Dublin
Seven floors of Guinness history, a learn-to-pour session, and a pint with the best view in Dublin — the standard ticket covers everything you need.

The standard Guinness Storehouse ticket is all most visitors need. It gives you access to all seven floors of the experience, including the brewing process exhibition, the ingredient rooms, the advertising gallery, and the Connoisseur Experience where you learn the proper six-step pour.

The building itself is beautiful — a converted 1904 fermentation plant built around a stunning glass atrium. Each floor covers a different aspect of Guinness: ingredients, brewing, coopering, transport, advertising, and culture. It’s designed to be self-guided, so you move at your own pace.

The included pint in the Gravity Bar is the grand finale. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Howth Head. Even on a grey day, the views are spectacular and the pint tastes better than any you’ll have at ground level.

Duration: 2 hours (self-paced)
Price: From €36.20 per person
Location: St. James’s Gate, Dublin 8
Includes: Full self-guided tour, learn-to-pour experience, complimentary pint in Gravity Bar

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2. Jameson Distillery & Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour

Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse guided tour in Dublin
Whiskey and stout in a single afternoon — this combo tour is Dublin’s definitive drinks experience.

If you want both of Dublin’s iconic drinks experiences in one afternoon, this guided tour is the answer. You start at the Jameson Distillery in Smithfield for a whiskey tasting and history tour, then walk (with your guide, through Temple Bar) to the Guinness Storehouse for the full experience.

The guide adds context you won’t get on a self-guided visit — connecting the drinks industry to Dublin’s economic history, the rivalry between porter and whiskey, and the social role of pubs in Irish culture. The Jameson tasting includes three whiskeys, and you finish with your Gravity Bar pint at the Storehouse.

At roughly double the standard ticket price, you get two full experiences plus a guided walking tour of Temple Bar. Excellent value if you’d planned to visit both venues anyway.

Duration: 4 hours
Price: From €166.88 per person
Meeting point: Central Dublin
Includes: Jameson Distillery tour and tasting, guided walk through Temple Bar, full Guinness Storehouse access, Gravity Bar pint

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3. Dublin in a Day: Castle, Book of Kells, Guinness & Whiskey

Dublin in a Day tour with Castle, Book of Kells, Guinness and whiskey
This is genuinely Dublin’s highlights compressed into a single guided day — castle, medieval manuscripts, stout, and whiskey.

The everything-in-one-day option. This full-day guided tour hits Dublin’s four biggest attractions: Dublin Castle, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, the Guinness Storehouse, and a whiskey tasting. It’s designed for visitors who have limited time in Dublin and want to see the essentials with a guide who connects everything together.

Dublin Castle gives you 800 years of political history. The Book of Kells at Trinity College is one of the most beautiful medieval manuscripts in the world. The Guinness Storehouse covers Ireland’s most famous brand. And the whiskey tasting rounds out the cultural picture.

The pace is busy but manageable, and having a guide handle all the logistics (tickets, timing, navigation between venues) removes the stress of trying to fit everything in independently.

Duration: Full day
Price: From €172.63 per person
Meeting point: Central Dublin
Includes: Guided tour, Dublin Castle, Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse, whiskey tasting, all admissions

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Tips for Visiting the Guinness Storehouse

Pints of Guinness in a traditional Irish pub setting
The learn-to-pour station teaches you the proper six-step Guinness pour — you get a certificate and the pint you pulled yourself.

Book online for the best price. Walk-up tickets cost more than online bookings, and popular time slots sell out during peak season. Book at least a day ahead, and further ahead in July-August.

Go early or late. The first time slot of the day (usually 9:30 or 10:00 AM) and the last slot (around 5:00 PM) are the quietest. Midday is peak crowding, especially on rainy days when every tourist in Dublin heads indoors.

Don’t rush the learn-to-pour. On the fifth floor, there’s a station where a Guinness expert teaches you the perfect six-step pour. It’s interactive, fun, and you get to drink the pint you poured. Many visitors miss this because they rush to the Gravity Bar — slow down and enjoy it.

Save the Gravity Bar for last. It sounds obvious, but some visitors head straight to the top and miss the exhibits below. The experience is designed as a journey from ground floor to rooftop, building up to the pint at the top. Follow the intended order.

Guinness beer can with the iconic harp logo
Guinness accounts for roughly one in every four pints sold in Ireland — it’s not just a drink, it’s basically a cultural institution.

The gift shop is worth browsing. Unusually for a tourist attraction, the Guinness Storehouse gift shop sells genuinely good merchandise — from well-designed clothing to home bar accessories. The exclusive items you can only buy here make good souvenirs.

Eat at the on-site restaurants. The Storehouse has several food options, from the 1837 Bar & Brasserie (excellent seafood and steak) to more casual options. The food quality is higher than you’d expect from a tourist attraction, and the setting is atmospheric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to like Guinness to enjoy the Storehouse?

Honestly, yes — but even non-Guinness drinkers find the experience worthwhile. The brewing science, advertising history, and building design are fascinating regardless. Non-alcoholic alternatives are available at the Gravity Bar, and some visitors discover they actually enjoy Guinness when it’s poured fresh at the source.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, children are welcome and there are reduced tickets for under-18s. Many of the exhibits are interactive and engaging for kids. Children receive a non-alcoholic drink at the Gravity Bar. The advertising gallery and transport exhibits tend to be particularly popular with younger visitors.

How do I get there from the city centre?

It’s a 20-minute walk from Temple Bar, or take the Luas (tram) to James’s Street stop which is right outside. Dublin Bus routes 13, 40, and 123 also stop nearby. If you’re on a guided combo tour, transport is usually included.

Can I visit the actual working brewery?

The main St. James’s Gate brewery next door is a working facility and not open to the public. However, the Storehouse itself was originally part of the brewing operation, and the exhibits give you a detailed understanding of the entire process.

How far in advance should I book?

During summer (June-August), book at least 3-5 days ahead for your preferred time slot. In the off-season, a day or two ahead is usually sufficient. Online booking is always cheaper than walk-up prices.
The Guinness Storehouse sits perfectly at the end of a Dublin day. If you’ve got more time in the city, a morning walking tour gives you the historical context that makes the Liberties neighbourhood around the brewery much more interesting. For day trips beyond Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough are an easy half-day escape into wild mountain scenery, while the Cliffs of Moher and Giant’s Causeway are the two big full-day adventures that show you Ireland’s spectacular Atlantic and northern coastlines.