Gay bars and LGBTQ+ nightlife in Dublin
Dublin does not have one fixed gay village. Its best-known queer venues sit across a compact city-centre area, from Capel Street north of the Liffey to South Great George’s Street and Parliament Street.
Dublin city-centre nightlifeDublin LGBTQ+ venues
Use each guide for stable location and atmosphere details, then check the venue’s official page for tonight’s hours, programme and entry information.
The George
A long-established LGBTQ+ bar and nightclub on South Great George’s Street.
Read venue guide Capel Street, Dublin 1PantiBar
An LGBTQ+ bar founded by Panti Bliss on Dublin’s Capel Street.
Read venue guide Parliament Street, Temple BarStreet 66
An LGBTQ+-friendly bar on Parliament Street with relaxed social space and later-night music.
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Start on Capel Street or south of the Liffey
Capel Street is home to PantiBar and a broad mix of cafés, restaurants and pubs. South Great George’s Street and Parliament Street place The George and Street 66 within the wider Temple Bar and Dame Street nightlife area.
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