The Dame Tavern
The Dame Tavern: A Dublin Gem
The Stags Head: A Victorian Dublin Pub
Experience a traditional Victorian pub in the heart of Dublin, complete with Irish hospitality, music, and a perfect pint of Guinness.
The Stags Head, a traditional pub in the heart of Dublin, has been a popular meeting spot for Dubliners for centuries. Rebuilt in 1895, its Victorian design, complete with stag-themed stained glass, mirrors, and wood paneling, offers a glimpse into old Dublin.
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A brief summary to The Stags Head
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
Monday
10:30 am-12 am
Tuesday
10:30 am-12 am
Wednesday
10:30 am-12 am
Thursday
10:30 am-12 am
Friday
10:30 am-1 am
Saturday
10:30 am-1 am
Sunday
11:30 am-11:30 pm
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Getting There
Walking
From Grafton Street, walk south towards Trinity College. Turn left onto College Green, then right onto Dame Street. Continue past Dublin City Hall. Look for a narrow passageway on the left, leading to Dame Court, where The Stags Head is located. No costs involved.
Public Transport
Take any Dublin Bus route that stops near Dublin City Hall on Dame Street. Alight and walk west towards the narrow passageway on the left, leading to Dame Court, where The Stags Head is located. A single adult TFI 90 Minute fare is €2.00 with a Leap Card.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Dublin city center. Request a drop-off at Dame Court. The Stags Head is located in the lane. A short taxi ride within the city center typically costs between €8 and €15, depending on the distance and time of day.
Local tips
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Look for the narrow passageway off Dame Street to find the pub, or enter through Exchequer or Georges Street.
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Visit on a Friday or Saturday for traditional Irish music sessions.
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Check out the restored advertising mosaic on the footpath on Dame Street.
Discover more about The Stags Head
Tucked away on Dame Court in Dublin's city center, The Stags Head is more than just a pub; it's a step back in time. A tavern has existed on this site since the 1770s, but it gained prominence in the 1830s as John Bull's Albion Hotel and Tavern. In the early 1890s, Westmoreland merchant George Tyson commissioned architect J.M. McGloughlin to create a distinctive Victorian pub, which opened in May 1894.
The pub's design features a redbrick exterior with limestone and granite details. Inside, patrons are surrounded by stag-themed stained glass windows, mirrors, and wood paneling. A large stag's head adorns the main bar, and Tyson's name remains on the clock outside. The Stags Head has been featured in films like "Educating Rita" and "The Treaty," and it continues to be a popular spot for both locals and tourists.
The pub has multiple floors, with bars on each level. It's known for its hospitality, traditional Irish music, and a good pint of Guinness. The Stags Head also serves Irish food and hosts comedy nights.
A brief summary to The Stags Head
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