Do I need to book Guinness Storehouse in advance?

Yes — Guinness Storehouse requires advance booking. Tickets sell out, especially in summer. Book via the link above to guarantee your place.

How much does it cost to visit Guinness Storehouse?

Standard adult admission is €26. Guided experiences start from €30 per person.

How long does a visit to Guinness Storehouse take?

Allow 2 hours for a comfortable visit. Arriving early in the morning or late afternoon helps avoid the busiest periods in summer.

When is Guinness Storehouse open?

Daily 09:30–17:00 (last entry)

How do I get to Guinness Storehouse?

The nearest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), approximately 30 min by car. Guinness Storehouse is best reached by car — this is a self-drive destination.

Guinness Storehouse, Co. Dublin, Ireland

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Guinness Storehouse

Co. Dublin · 2 hours

The Guinness Storehouse is housed in the former fermentation plant at the St James's Gate brewery in Dublin — the site where Guinness has been brewed since Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease in 1759. The building, a seven-storey Victorian cast-iron and glass structure, was converted into a visitor attraction in 2000. It is Ireland's most visited paid attraction.

The exhibition traces the history of the brewery, the brand, the advertising history (some of the most famous posters in 20th-century graphic design), the ingredients and the brewing process. The scale is deliberately immersive — the central atrium is shaped like a pint glass from base to the Gravity Bar at the top. At the Gravity Bar on the seventh floor, each visitor receives a complimentary pint of Guinness with a 360° view of Dublin as the backdrop.

At €26 per adult, the Storehouse is priced at the higher end of Dublin attractions. The experience is polished and professionally executed. It delivers best for visitors with a genuine interest in beer history and brand history — the advertising archive in particular is strong. For visitors who want the view without the full exhibition, there is no shortcut.

Highlights

Housed in the original 1904 fermentation building at St James's Gate brewery — on the site of the 9,000-year lease
The Gravity Bar on the 7th floor gives 360° views over Dublin — included in the ticket with a complimentary pint
The Guinness advertising archive contains the full run of famous posters from the 1930s to the present
The brewing process exhibition is genuinely informative about how stout is produced
Ireland's most visited paid tourist attraction — 1.7 million visitors per year

Good to know

→Book online — the Storehouse is extremely popular and walk-up queues can be long.
→The Gravity Bar pint is the main event for most visitors. You can move through the lower floors faster if time is short.
→The nearby Liberties neighbourhood has several good pubs serving Guinness in its natural context — worth comparing.
→The full exhibition takes about 1.5–2 hours. Allow time for the Gravity Bar view, especially at sunset.
→EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum (opposite Custom House) is a strong alternative Dublin heritage experience for visitors less interested in beer.

Best Time to Visit

Open year-round; weekday morning Oct–Mar for the shortest queues. The Gravity Bar pint and 360° view are the payoff — visit before 11 am or after 4 pm for a seat. Pre-booking online saves significant queuing time.

Getting There

DUBDublin Airport

30 min drive

Common questions

How much does the Guinness Storehouse cost?

Standard tickets cost around €26 for adults (2025), including a pint at the Gravity Bar. Buying online in advance is cheaper than door price. The Connoisseur Experience (a deeper tasting flight) costs extra. The Gravity Bar pint alone, purchased at the bar without a tour, costs around €7.

Do I need to book Guinness Storehouse tickets in advance?

Yes — book online before your visit. The Storehouse is one of the most visited attractions in Ireland and sells out in peak season. Online tickets are also significantly cheaper than door price. Booking a specific entry time lets you plan your day around it.

How long does the Guinness Storehouse tour take?

The self-guided tour through seven floors takes 1.5–2 hours. Add time for the Gravity Bar pint at the top with 360° views over Dublin. Allow 2.5 hours in total. The tour is entirely self-guided — you set your own pace.

Is the Gravity Bar worth it?

The Gravity Bar panorama is genuinely impressive — a full 360° view of Dublin with your complimentary pint. On a clear day it's one of the best views of the city. The bar itself gets crowded in peak hours (11am–3pm). Arriving early or later in the afternoon gives a quieter Gravity Bar experience.

What is the difference between the standard tour and the Connoisseur Experience?

The standard tour covers brewing history across seven floors with a pint at the top. The Connoisseur Experience adds a structured tasting of multiple Guinness variants with a trained guide. The standard tour is sufficient for most visitors; the Connoisseur Experience is worth it if beer and tasting are the focus of your visit.