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THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE DUBLIN 8

An aerial view of the Liberties, with the Roe & Co Distillery and the windmill visible, in front of a cloudy blue sky

IN THE HEART OF THE LIBERTIES

The Guinness Storehouse is proud to be part of one of Dublin's most vibrant and historic neighbourhoods, the Liberties. From brilliant visitor experiences to atmospheric pubs and restaurants and the best of shops, Dublin 8 is a bustling hub of local businesses. 

The Liberties is known as a dynamic fusion of new and old Dublin. With 800 years of history – and much of this still visible today – it’s one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods. Guinness has a long history in the Liberties, employing many people from the area since it's beginnings in 1759. 

The best part about the Liberties? The people! In our beautiful campaign, There's No Place Like Home, we've showcased some of the best. 

OUR NEIGHBOURS

From ancient churches and cathedrals, to whiskey distilleries and experimental breweries, to the marvellous buildings and cobbled streets, there’s no end of things to discover in the historic heart of Dublin. Here are some of our fantastic Liberties neighbours....
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ROE & CO DISTILLERY

The home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey, a visit to the Roe & Co Distillery is truly a unique experience. Located in the former Guinness Power Station — just 500m from the Guinness Storehouse — it is worth a visit just to see this iconic and historic landmark building itself. Waiting inside are experiences that will immerse you in the world of modern whiskey and cocktail making; this is Irish whiskey reimagined.
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GUINNESS OPEN GATE BREWERY

Guinness has always been at the forefront of experimentation and the innovative. At the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, we have been innovating for more than 100 years. This is where our brewers are allowed the creative license to dream in beer – and it all happens just 400m from the Guinness Storehouse. Our experimental brewery has been the brainchild behind many of our famous blends and, in 2015, we opened our doors to allow you to discover this creative brewing space. A secret waiting to be discovered.
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CONTAINER COFFEE

Open since 2017, Container Coffee was the first shipping container café in Ireland, and stands directly opposite the home of Arthur Guinness! Being part of the community in Dublin 8 is a highlight, thanks to the mix of locals and tourists. A small business that supports other small businesses, all of Container Coffee’s ingredients are locally sourced. Boasting one of the biggest outdoor seating areas in the city under the historic St Patrick’s Tower, it's a lovely place to sit while the sun shines.
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OUR PARTNERS

CULTURE DATE WITH DUBLIN 8

Culture Date with Dublin 8 is a neighbourhood initiative, which aims to celebrate Dublin 8’s rich cultural, historical and architectural heritage while encouraging people who are living, working and visiting the area to explore what is on their doorstep. This initiative, supported by Guinness Storehouse, offers a year-long programme of free, family friendly events, activities and workshops during a weekend-long festival in May and a host of events that take place across the calendar year.
CULTURE D8 WITH DUBLIN 8