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City exploration game
Old Town Dublin: Famous Pubs
4.58Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 66 min 2.9 km Dublin App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
A self-guided pub crawl through 11 of Dublin's most storied pubs, from Ireland's oldest inn on the Liffey to the Victorian Bar where W.B. Yeats is said to have had his one and only pub drink.
On the way you'll crack puzzles hidden in painted gables, carved stone and old shopfronts, and meet the ghosts who swear you're someone they used to know.
Are you up for a pub crawl in Dublin?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples and friends visiting Dublin who want its historic pubs at their own pace, not a hosted crawl, will enjoy this. Over 3.1 km you walk from The Brazen Head, the city's oldest pub, past The Temple Bar to Toners, hearing about rebels, a notorious brothel-owner and W. B. Yeats along the way. Those who want a live guide, or a shorter outing than three-plus hours, should pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Find the painted sign of Ireland's oldest pub, where Robert Emmet planned his 1803 rising
Stand where a burnt elephant became Ireland's first elephant autopsy, beside U2's Clarence Hotel
Finish in the pub where the Dubliners got their start, then the one where Yeats came for a sherry and left
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.58 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Dublin
A · Start
20 Lower Bridge St, Usher's Quay, Dublin, D08 WC64, Ireland
B · Finish
139 Baggot Street Lower, Dublin 2, Ireland
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Squad Challenge
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a self-guided pub crawl in Dublin?
Yes. The app leads you through 11 historic pubs and bars in the city centre, from The Brazen Head to Toners. At each one it tells the story of the place and sets a puzzle in what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join.
Where does the route start and finish?
You start at The Brazen Head, Dublin's oldest pub, and finish at Toners. It is not a loop. Along the 3.1 km route you pass stops including Darkey Kelly's, The Temple Bar, The Palace Bar, The Shelbourne and O'Donoghues Bar.
How long does it take?
Most players take a little over three hours, including walking and puzzles. You can pause at any point and continue later, so it is easy to linger over a drink at a stop you like. It is tagged as best during the day.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together, and the quest is tagged as a Squad Challenge, so friends can solve the puzzles as a team. It also works well for couples.
Do we need to book a time slot?
No. You can start whenever you like at The Brazen Head, play at your own pace and stop for a break whenever you want, then pick up where you left off later.
Is Old Town Dublin: Famous Pubs self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Old Town Dublin: Famous Pubs start and finish?
It starts at The Brazen Head, 20 Lower Bridge St, Usher's Quay, Dublin, D08 WC64, Ireland and finishes at Toners, 139 Baggot Street Lower, Dublin 2, Ireland. The route is approximately 3.1 km and includes 11 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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Dublin pub context
Pubs as social rooms, music venues and literary landmarks
Dublin pubs have served as neighborhood meeting places, music spaces and settings for writers and political discussion, but each establishment has its own history. This quest connects selected pubs and old-city streets without claiming that every famous anecdote happened exactly as retold. The route’s game narrative is fictional; the social role of the pub is the durable cultural thread. Playable languages: English.
