After enjoying the Guinness Storehouse, your self-guided tour will culminate in a trip to the renowned Gravity Bar on the seventh floor. As you step inside the glass and metal enveloped surroundings, you’ll be greeted by an impressive 360-degree view of the expansive Dublin skyline. Here are some iconic Dublin sights to look out for as you take your first sip.
Looking out through the glass panorama you’ll be able to spot the campus of Trinity College Dublin in the near distance. Ireland’s leading university was founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I and boasts impressive alumni including Bram Stoker, Ruth Nega and Oscar Wilde to name just a few. Visitors today can marvel at the historic campus including the campanile and world-renowned architecture. Of course, it’s also famously the home of the Book of Kells, the beautifully illuminated medieval manuscript held within the Old Library – which is a feast for the eyes in itself.
The third largest stadium in Europe is also visible on the horizon from the Gravity Bar. Croke Park is the home of Ireland’s iconic sporting and cultural association: the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and visitors can explore the in-depth GAA museum on its grounds as well as the historic stadium which has hosted numerous international and national events throughout the years. The jewel in the crown of Ireland’s sporting life, a visit to Croke Park is a must for any visitor hoping to gain a well-rounded sense of Irish culture.
You’ll easily be able to spot the impressive St. Patrick’s Cathedral from the windows of the Gravity Bar. A staple in The Liberties’ community life for over 800 years, the Cathedral is also an architectural delight that needs to be seen up-close to be fully appreciated. St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland and famously houses Jonathan Swift’s remains well known as the author of Gulliver’s Travels. After falling into disrepair, in the 1860s the building was extensively restored thanks to the patronage of Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness, head of the Guinness family.
The largest city park in Europe lies close by St. James’s Gate and can be spied from the height of the Gravity Bar. Phoenix Park was originally an old hunting ground when it was first formed in the 1660s. Today, a large herd of deer still call the park home and are often visited by locals and tourists alike. The park provides an oasis in the Dublin metropolis and should be a key feature on any trip to the capital.
On a clear day in the Gravity Bar, you’ll be struck by the horizon of picturesque mountains framing the Dublin skyline. The Wicklow Mountains form an expansive mountain range nestled in County Wicklow and fringing onto the Dublin border. A wonderful excuse for a hike, the mountain range has numerous trails running through it where you can get a taste for the Irish landscape. Dublin. Fittingly, the water for Guinness is sourced from the Wicklow Mountains, contributing to its silky texture.
As well as the Wicklow Mountains, on a clear day you can view one of Dublin’s scenic locations, Dublin Bay. You could also see a lot more of Dublin’s top scenic sites.
From the windows of the Gravity Bar, you can spot the former Guinness Power Station, now home to Roe & Co Distillery. A buzzing hive of innovation in cocktail and whiskey making, the distillery is ripe for exploration following your tour at the Home of Guinness.
Does the Gravity Bar rotate?
No, the Gravity Bar doesn’t spin around, and this is a question that is asked often. It is an enjoyable experience walking around the bar and seeing Dublin’s top sites via the large open windows.
Can you visit Guinness Gravity Bar without a tour?
You would need to book the Guinness Storehouse tour to experience the Gravity Bar. With the tour ticket this gives you entry to the Gravity Bar where you will be able to enjoy an included drink, which can be a pint of Guinness, one of our other beers, Guinness 0.0 (over 18s only), or a non-alcoholic drink. Also of course enjoy Dublin’s spectacular views.
No matter where you perch to enjoy a pint of Guinness (or Guinness 0.0 (included in your ticket), you’ll be able to enjoy a unique angle of one of Dublin’s many iconic sights from this one-of-a-kind rooftop bar.