The Old Irish Pub, Aalborg
Big-hearted Irish bar on Aalborg’s Jomfru Ane Gade, mixing televised sports, live music and late-night dancing across two bustling floors until dawn.
In the heart of Aalborg’s famed nightlife street Jomfru Ane Gade, The Old Irish Pub blends classic Irish pub charm with full-throttle Danish party energy. Spread across two lively floors and holding around 600 people, it rolls from afternoon pints and televised sports into late-night dancing with DJs and live music. Dark wood interiors, long bars and cozy nooks create a warm setting for Guinness, cocktails and shots, while the street-facing tables keep you plugged into the buzz of Aalborg’s most famous entertainment strip until the early hours.
A brief summary to The Old Irish Pub
- Jomfru Ane Gade 17, Aalborg, Aalborg Centrum, 9000, DK
- +4529260551
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 12 pm-5 am
- Tuesday 12 pm-5 am
- Wednesday 12 pm-5 am
- Thursday 12 pm-5 am
- Friday 12 pm-6 am
- Saturday 12 pm-6 am
- Sunday 12 pm-5 am
Local tips
- Arrive before 23:00 on Friday and Saturday if you want a table or easy bar access before the late-night rush.
- Check the day’s sports schedule at the bar early; key matches quickly claim the best screen-viewing spots.
- Bring a light layer: it can feel warm on the dance floor, but stepping outside to the street can be cool, especially in winter.
- Card payments are widely accepted and often preferred, so you do not need to carry large amounts of cash.
- If you prefer a more relaxed visit, aim for early afternoon or early evening on weekdays before the music turns up.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
The Old Irish Pub location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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An Irish heartbeat on Aalborg’s party street
The Old Irish Pub sits right on Jomfru Ane Gade, Aalborg’s legendary nightlife strip, and channels the feel of a big-city Irish bar into the compact, walkable city center. Step inside and you move from the open, neon-lit street into an amber glow of dark wood, polished brass and green accents that nod to Ireland’s pub traditions. High tables, long benches and bar stools are arranged to keep the room sociable, with plenty of vantage points on both floors. This is one of the street’s largest venues, able to host several hundred people at once, and it is designed around flow: multiple bars, open circulation spaces and corners to retreat to between rounds. By day and early evening it can feel like a relaxed sports bar; by midnight on weekends, it becomes a high-energy meeting point for students, locals and visitors.Sports, singalongs and late-night dance floors
Entertainment is central to the Old Irish Pub experience. Large screens show major football fixtures and other big sporting events, with the volume and atmosphere building as matches reach their finales. It is a place where jerseys and bar chatter mix easily with pints of lager or stout. Later in the evening, the focus shifts from sport to sound. Live bands or DJs bring a soundtrack that ranges from rock anthems and singalong classics to newer chart tracks. The ground floor often feels like a bustling pub, while the upper floor leans more towards club vibes, with space to dance and mingle well into the small hours.Drinks, casual bites and crowd-pleasing favorites
The bar emphasizes familiar favorites over experimental mixology, with a solid line-up of tap beers, bottled options and Irish staples such as Guinness and whiskey. Cocktails and long drinks keep the party mood going, and shot trays make frequent appearances on busy nights. Prices sit in the moderate range for Denmark, so an evening here can be lively without feeling overly upscale. Food, when available, tends toward straightforward pub fare and bar snacks, more about fuelling a long night out than fine dining. The focus is very much on drinks and socialising; if you want a lingering meal, many restaurants sit within a short stroll along the same street.Rhythms of the night and practical details
The Old Irish Pub keeps notably long hours, generally opening around midday and staying active until 5 or 6 in the morning, especially from Thursday through Saturday. Earlier in the day, daylight filters in from Jomfru Ane Gade, and the mood is calm enough to watch a match or chat over a quiet beer. As evening progresses, lights dim, music rises and queues may form at the door. Dress is relaxed and casual, but later at night there can be a subtle shift toward neat, night-out attire. Security staff manage entry and keep an eye on the door, and you can expect bag checks at peak times. Indoors smoking is restricted, with guests typically stepping outside to the street to smoke between songs.Soaking up Aalborg’s nightlife culture
Beyond drinks and music, part of the appeal here is the sense of being plugged directly into Aalborg’s social pulse. From the doorway you look out onto a street lined with bars and clubs, where music from neighboring venues blends into a single background hum. Inside, you encounter a cross-section of the city: students out after exams, friends celebrating birthdays, visitors curious about the city’s reputation for nightlife. For many, an evening in Aalborg is not complete without at least one drink here, whether you choose to linger through the night or just stop in between other bars. The Old Irish Pub stands as a bridge between Irish pub culture and North Jutland’s love of long, light summer nights and cozy winter gatherings, making it a dependable anchor point on any exploration of Jomfru Ane Gade.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Old City Hall
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Limfjordsbroen
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Aalborgtårnet
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Selskabet for Aalborgs Historie
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Rold Forest
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Naturstyrelsen
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Springkilden
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Madum Lake
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Rold Skov
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Unmissable attractions to see
Klosterhaven
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A quiet cloister garden tucked inside Aalborg’s medieval monastery, where simple greenery and ancient walls create a rare pocket of calm in the city centre.
Jørgen Olufsens House
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Aalborg’s finest Renaissance merchant’s house, where sandstone, brick and half‑timbering reveal the city’s 17th‑century wealth and waterfront history.
Aalborg Havnefront
0.2 km
Aalborg's shimmering Limfjord promenade: modern architecture, cultural icons, and maritime magic in Denmark's vibrant north.
Latinergyden
0.2 km
Aalborg’s narrowest medieval passage, once a water lane and schoolboys’ shortcut, now a quietly atmospheric link between busy Gravensgade and the old monastery.
Bispengade
0.2 km
Aalborg’s wide, bustling shopping artery, lined with fashion, outdoor gear and gadgets, linking central squares and side streets full of food and nightlife.
Nytorv
0.2 km
A historic crossroads square where Aalborg’s trading past, busy shopping streets and everyday city life come together in one open, welcoming space.
Klostertorvet
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Aalborg’s cherished Kildeparken combines historic gardens, musical installations, and year-round events into a vibrant green oasis at the center of the city.
Jens Bangs Stonehouse
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Aalborg’s grand Dutch Renaissance mansion, where a wealthy merchant’s 17th‑century ambitions still dominate the old town’s skyline in carved stone and gables.
Aalborg Historical Museum
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Aalborg's thousand-year story told through Renaissance interiors, Viking artifacts, and industrial heritage.
Apotekersamlingen
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Viewpoint Aalborg Harbour
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An easygoing fjordfront viewpoint where Aalborg’s working harbour, bold waterfront architecture and wide promenades come together in one relaxed, scenic panorama.
Fontana - Toldbod Plads
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Denmark’s first musical fountain, where Aalborg’s historic customs house meets a lively waterfront square and jets dance to Handel’s “Water Music.”
Budolfi Church
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Aalborg’s snow‑white cathedral, where Gothic stone, Baroque woodwork and a singing carillon weave a thousand years of seafaring, faith and city life into one intimate space.
Budolfihaven
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Aalborg's verdant heart where medieval cathedral bells mark time and history meets contemporary urban life.
Aalborghus Castle
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Essential places to dine
Il Ristorante Fellini
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Tabu
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Aalborg's premier fine dining destination serving innovative Nordic cuisine through artfully composed tasting menus.
Karma Sushi
0.1 km
Intimate waterfront sushi spot in central Aalborg, blending Japanese technique with Nordic flair, refined plating and a clear focus on quality fish and elegant evenings.
Struktur
0.1 km
Contemporary Aalborg brasserie and cocktail bar blending French bistro classics with Nordic flair in a relaxed, lively setting on a central city square.
Provence
0.1 km
French-inspired bistro in central Aalborg, offering classic multi-course dining, a French-focused wine list and a warm, art-filled atmosphere from noon to late.
Restaurant MEAT
0.1 km
Flame-grilled steaks, long-smoked specialties and generous sharing menus in a warm, urban dining room at the heart of Aalborg’s evening scene.
Restaurant Mapak
0.1 km
Contemporary Nordic plates and refined smørrebrød in a warm, minimalist dining room just steps from Aalborg’s waterfront at Ved Stranden.
Restaurant Applaus
0.1 km
Inventive Nordic social dining in a relaxed, waterfront-side setting where multi-course tasting menus, shared plates and thoughtful wines turn dinner into an evening event.
Bistro Dejavú
0.1 km
Intimate French bistro flair on Aalborg’s waterfront, serving classic cuisine, thoughtful wines and cosy candlelit charm in a former wine cellar by the Limfjord.
Simonis Gård A/S
0.1 km
Compact restaurant courtyard just off Aalborg’s Limfjord waterfront, offering upstairs dining spaces with a tucked-away feel in the very heart of the city.
Restaurant Det Tredje Sted
0.1 km
An elegant French-inspired brasserie on Aalborg’s Bispensgade, where marble tables, fine wines and relaxed hygge turn everyday meals into lingering occasions.
Restaurant Menéndez
0.1 km
Latin American-inspired sharing menus, cocktails and warm evening energy in an intimate restaurant by Aalborg’s waterfront street Ved Stranden.
Restaurant Nam
0.1 km
Pan-Asian social dining with Vietnamese roots, inventive tasting menus and cocktails served in a raw, intimate space on Aalborg’s lively Vesterbro.
Fisk & Skaldyr
0.2 km
Savor the authentic flavors of Denmark’s North Sea at Fisk & Skaldyr, Aalborg’s celebrated seafood restaurant blending Nordic culinary tradition with a warm, maritime setting.
Restaurant SMAEK
0.2 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
NORMAL Aalborg - Bispensgade
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A lively discount beauty and home store in Aalborg’s main pedestrian street, mixing everyday essentials, global brands and fun impulse buys at low fixed prices.
Napapijri Aalborg
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CHANGE Lingerie
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ONLY
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Tiffany
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Contemporary women's fashion in the heart of Aalborg's vibrant pedestrian shopping district.
JACK & JONES
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Central Aalborg menswear store on lively Bispensgade, known for denim-focused Scandinavian style, casual essentials and easy wardrobe fixes for urban travellers.
Fabiosvine
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Spilforsyningen
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
The Old Irish Pub
0.0 km
Big-hearted Irish bar on Aalborg’s Jomfru Ane Gade, mixing televised sports, live music and late-night dancing across two bustling floors until dawn.
Storm P Beer & Cocktails
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Playful cocktails, cold beer and late-night buzz on Aalborg’s legendary Jomfru Ane Gade, where beer garden chill meets sports-bar energy and nightclub beats.
The Drunken Flamingo
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Hugos Garage
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Heidi's Bier Bar Aalborg
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High-energy Alpine-style beer hall in Aalborg’s nightlife lane, serving big steins, loud party tunes and late-night table dancing in a rustic lodge setting.
Zwei Grosse Bierbars Aalborg ApS
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Under Buret
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Sprutten
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Andy's Jomfru Ane Gade
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Straightforward, sociable bar right on Aalborg’s legendary Jomfru Ane Gade, ideal for late-night drinks, warm‑ups and bar‑hopping in the city’s party heart.
Proud Mary Pub Aalborg
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Lively pub on Aalborg’s Jomfru Ane Gade, mixing classic bar charm, sport on big screens, live music and late-night drinks in the city’s most famous party street.
Borgergade 2
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Creative cocktail bar blending craft drinks, board games, and local art in Aalborg's city center.
Cozy Bar Aalborg
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A snug, no‑nonsense bar in central Aalborg, perfect for relaxed drinks, conversational evenings and a budget‑friendly pause between the city’s livelier nightspots.
Old Games Pub ApS
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Cozy weekend pub in central Aalborg mixing cold beers, retro-style fun and live music for laid-back, late-night socializing by the waterfront.
Gedulgt
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The Irish House
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Authentic Irish pub in Aalborg with live music, traditional cuisine, and an extensive beer and whiskey selection.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Lively
- Entertaining
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Colorful Aesthetics
- Vintage Styles
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Reel-Friendly
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
- Festival / Event Nearby
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly
