# Luas Red Line Taproom Hop

> Self-guided Dublin craft beer crawl: Rascals HQ, Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Bonobo, Urban Brewing. Under 1.5 km on foot, plus the Luas, allow 5–6 hours.

Source: https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/routes/luas-taproom-hop/ (The Craft Beer Crawl, 2026-10-21)

Route 5 · bonus · "Brewery Row"

-   4 stops
-   Under 1.5 km on foot, plus the Luas
-   Walking: Luas plus short walks
-   Allow 5–6 hours

**Best time:** Thursday to Sunday, daytime. Opening hours change, so check each venue before you set off.

## The stops

1.  ### [Rascals HQ](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/rascals-hq/)

    Goldenbridge Estate, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 HF68 · **Luas: Blackhorse**

    Rascals' brewery taproom and pizza.

    [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rascals%20HQ%2C%20Goldenbridge%20Estate%2C%20Inchicore%2C%20Dublin%208%2C%20D08%20HF68)

2.  ### [Guinness Open Gate Brewery](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/guinness-open-gate-brewery/)

    53 James's St, Dublin 8, D08 ET27 · **Luas: James's**

    Guinness's experimental brewery taproom: small-batch beers you won't find elsewhere.

    [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Guinness%20Open%20Gate%20Brewery%2C%2053%20James's%20St%2C%20Dublin%208%2C%20D08%20ET27)

3.  ### [Bonobo](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/bonobo/)

    119 Church St Upper, Dublin 7, D07 E128 · **Luas: Smithfield / Museum**

    Kinnegar's taproom-only beers, pizza and a covered beer garden.

    [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bonobo%2C%20119%20Church%20St%20Upper%2C%20Dublin%207%2C%20D07%20E128)

4.  ### [Urban Brewing](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/urban-brewing/)

    CHQ, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1, D01 Y6P5 · **Luas: George's Dock**

    Brews on site; open 7 days since May 2026.

    [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Urban%20Brewing%2C%20CHQ%2C%20Custom%20House%20Quay%2C%20Dublin%201%2C%20D01%20Y6P5)


Bonus route: it shares Guinness Open Gate with the Liberties route and Bonobo with the D7 Trail.

**Alcohol-free and pacing:** ask at the bar for alcohol-free beers and soft drinks, and remember a half is always fine. Eat along the way, drink water between stops, and skip a stop whenever you like. [More tips](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/responsible-drinking/).

[Walking directions (Google Maps)](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=Rascals+HQ%2C+Goldenbridge+Estate%2C+Inchicore%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+HF68&destination=Urban+Brewing%2C+CHQ%2C+Custom+House+Quay%2C+Dublin+1%2C+D01+Y6P5&travelmode=transit&waypoints=Guinness+Open+Gate+Brewery%2C+53+James%27s+St%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+ET27%7CBonobo%2C+119+Church+St+Upper%2C+Dublin+7%2C+D07+E128) [Print the free passport](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/passport/dublin/luas-taproom-hop/)

## Prefer a guide?

- [The Crafty Walk: Dublin craft beer crawl with a local guide](https://www.getyourguide.com/dublin-l31/the-crafty-walk-dublin-craft-beer-pub-crawl-with-local-guide-t1403687/?partner_id=8AVPI3Q&cmp=luas-taproom-hop): GetYourGuide · Check prices and dates
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Tasting quantities and inclusions are set by each tour operator and can change. Check the listing before you book.

## Places to stay nearby

Well-rated places to stay near Inchicore, measured from Rascals HQ, the first stop. Distances are as the crow flies.

### Ashling Hotel Dublin

★★★★

10-13 Parkgate Street · about 2.6 km from the first stop

Guest rating 8.8/10 (5,200 reviews)

[Prices on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=Ashling%20Hotel%20Dublin%2C%20Dublin)
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### West County Hotel

★★★

Chapelizod · about 2.6 km from the first stop

Guest rating 8.3/10 (2,126 reviews)

[Prices on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=West%20County%20Hotel%2C%20Dublin)
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### Phoenix Park Hotel

★★★

38-39 Parkgate Street · about 2.4 km from the first stop

Guest rating 8/10 (4,248 reviews)

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## Responsible drinking

Please drink responsibly. You must be 18 or over to use this site. Know your limits, eat, drink water and never drink and drive. Free, confidential advice: [drinkaware.ie](https://www.drinkaware.ie).

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