This was one of the best self-guided tours ive been on in awhile…read more Im a huge lover of guinness, and this has been on my bucket list for awhile - and it really blew me out of the park. When we first arrived, we were put into a queue (& I would suggest getting a reservation). We went through very quickly and were told a short snippet before the tour. Then we were free to explore. This entire tour really immersed you through the brewing process. I learned so much about my favorite beer! At one of the floors, youre able to smell the aromas, and then understand the best way to taste guinness, it was so fun! My favorite floor was the marketing or branding floor- I love the campaigns and backgrounds behind them. This was also great for various photo ops. You end out the tour on the 7th floor, at the bar. This gives you an entire 360 view of Dublin, and one you can only see with a ticket. You also get a free guinness (or other beer from them)! I loved this tour, all of the staff was great, and I will go every time im in Dublin!!

MUST make reservations before showing up. We tried visiting but they were at capacity for the day…read more We made reservations on line to visit the next day. You walk through a self guided tour which explains the process of making the beer and the origins of the company. You get a ticket for a beer of soft drink which can be redeemed at the top floor. Once you get there you can see the view of Dublin which is very nice, however it is crowded as hell so you may not find a seat to take in the view. The gift shop is very nice. We got quite a few souvenirs for the family.

Honestly, it feels more like stepping into an immersive experience than a typical brewery tour. It…read morereminded me of a polished, high-quality simulation you'd find at EPCOT. The tour is interactive, thoughtfully designed, and engaging at every level. Each floor builds on the last, blending history, and hands-on elements to understand the brewing processes. The experience is impressive, even if you're not a beer drinker. You must visit the Gravity Bar. The views are absolutely stunning. Sipping a perfectly poured pint while taking in panoramic views of Dublin is the kind of moment that sticks with you. Highly recommended!

We went to the Guiness brewery in Maryland in 2021 and have been wanting to go to the one in Dublin…read moresince then. My husband loves everything Guinness so in Oct of 2025 we made this plan real. There are timeslots to enter the brewery and everything is labeled well. We stood in line for our slot and the entry was smooth but once we were inside they completely forgot about us and let the next timeslot go first while everyone in our line just stood there not knowing what to do.. really sucky start if I'm being honest but it was all uphill from there. We went inside and it was a self tour where we were able to walk around at our own pace.. we had also booked the experience to have our picture printed over a pint of Guinness and I recommend that to everyone that comes here. We walked around every section, grabbed a pint and some food in the café and it was a perfect day. The whole experience once we were inside was smooth and fun with no hiccups. Definitely recommend coming here if you plan a trip to Dublin.

Have you wanted to take a tour of Guinness and learn all about the process, history and making?…read moreTake the self-guided Guinness tour and enjoy a beer at the Gravity Bar when you're done. Stop along the way for a tasting and your face on top of a Guinness. The interactive and immersive tour is amazing and has you craving a beer from the moment you step into the academy. Expect it to be busy, but fun and great vibes.

It was interesting to learn the steps of pouring the perfect pint of Guinness. I never knew there…read morewere two steps to it, I just order and wonder what takes so long :-p They teach you the perfect angle to hold your glass, when to stop pouring, wait, wait some more, then top it off. Thankfully, you get to drink that pint (maybe two if you're lucky) after you pour it. You can choose to drink it in the Academy itself, walk around with it, or even bring it into the restaurants upstairs to drink it. You even get a certificate after (even if your pour was less than perfect).

Food, service and ambiance is great. Had a delicious burger,…read morecooked very well and served without delay

Bar downstairs and full restaurant upstairs. They are…read morelocated right across the street from the Guinness Storehouse which is convenient since the restaurants at the Storehouse close at 6 and they close down the kitchens prior, just after 5pm. The menu was great here with soup, stew, wings, salads, and burgers as is usual with pubs. The milkshakes were definitely unique and over the top. The servers and bartenders were helpful and very nice.

We had so much fun and the staff was great! It was decorated for the holidays so beautifully.read more

What views!!!! On the top floor and where the self guided tour ends. Also where you redeem your…read morefree drink. Views in all directions. There is a elevator but mostly stairs to get up there

Super solid craft beer, mainly focusing on IPAs. The place itself has a nice gastropub feel without…read morefeeling very derivative of one. Can't go wrong with their double ipa!

Delicious, Neapolitan style pizza. Friendly, efficient staff. The taplist is mostly IPA focussed…read morewhich probably compliments the pizza menu more than other styles.

Guinness in Ireland is special because of its unique blend of freshness, heritage and pouring and…read moremaking process. You're connected to the culture of Ireland and beer, whether you're actually drinking the Guinness or not. You're instantly encapsulated by the rich history and smells of the beer with notes of coffee, chocolate, and a smooth creamy foamy topping. Pro tip: ask for a dash of raspberry syrup in your Guinness. You'll thank me later!

The bar is very crowded but that's expected. Great view of the city while drinking a fresh Guinness.read more

Definitely worth checking out this place, inside a 19th century building and their beer dates back…read moreto 1808. The Irish stew was tasty and the red ale was roasty and delicious! The staff was friendly and attentive!

The service was great and we definitely enjoyed the food very much - if you are vegetarian, try…read moretheir veggie pasta with garlic bread (be mindful it tastes more like a fresh bread with butter and probably barely sat near to garlic but still tasty), for carnivore my BF has a whiskey Irish chicken and a absolutely loved it! I'm a picky beer drinker (sucker for higher ABV craft beers) and wasn't impressed by their own brews (tried the flight with their current 5), but I enjoyed my Irish coffee after that and their Guinness is properly poured and as fresh as it gets. Enjoy!

So the 5 Lamps are not brewing near the 5 lamps anymore but instead even moved southside... ;-)…read more I got to visit the brewery with the first ever tour organised by Hop On Craft Beer Tours and it was only the second tour ever of the brewery. I love their Lager and whenever I see it in a pub I'd go for it. So I was happy to see where and how it gets brewed. What a surprise. I knew they aren't big but didn't expect them to be too tiny and still very productive. Despite having to lable all bottles by hand! William, the head brewer, did the tour and after over 20 years brewing for Guinness he definitely know what he's talking about. And he loves to share his knowledge. All his heart is now definitely in 5 Lamps. We got to try their Red Ale which I would go for without hesitation too if it were on tap in a pub. So have a look out for them and Hop On Craft Beer Tours if there are more tours to come - definitely a very intersting and personal introduction into the Brewery.

Absolutely loved the Guinness stew here! The storehouse is definitely quite touristy but the dining…read moreexperience was amazing. The meat was incredibly tender and I loved the flavorful, hearty broth, which paired wonderfully with the mashed potatoes and Guinness bread. Definitely make a reservation beforehand!

Ever since I came to Dublin, I've been wanting to try the Guinness Beef Stew. And thought what…read morebetter place to have it then the actual Guinness Storehouse where the beer is made. And plus, I was super hungry and didn't want to have my Guinness tasting on an empty stomach, so my friends and I opted to eat here. I knew exactly what I wanted to order, so I only ordered the GUINNESS BEEF STEW. The beef stew was very rich and nice. It had a good amount of beef pieces inside. The potatoes inside were very soft/creamy. The dish was carb/protein loaded, which satisfied my hungry stomach.