# The Liberties > Dublin craft beer crawl: Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Arthur's, Dudley's, Lucky's, Drop Dead Twice, The Christchurch. About 1.7 km, allow 4.5–5.5 hours. Source: https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/routes/the-liberties/ (The Craft Beer Crawl, 2026-10-21) Route 4 · "Brewing Quarter" - 6 stops - About 1.7 km - Walking: 20–25 min - Allow 4.5–5.5 hours **Best time:** Thursday to Sunday, starting 2–3pm (Open Gate is closed Tuesday and Wednesday and closes at 9pm, 7pm on Sunday; The Christchurch is closed Monday and Tuesday). Opening hours change, so check each venue before you set off. ## The stops 1. ### [Guinness Open Gate Brewery](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/guinness-open-gate-brewery/) 53 James's St, Dublin 8, D08 ET27 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) 2. ### [Arthur's](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/arthurs/) 28 Thomas St, Dublin 8, D08 VF83 Liberties pub and music venue with some craft taps. [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Arthur's%2C%2028%20Thomas%20St%2C%20Dublin%208%2C%20D08%20VF83) 3. ### [Dudley's](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/dudleys/) 47–48 Thomas St, Dublin 8 28 craft taps. [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Dudley's%2C%2047%E2%80%9348%20Thomas%20St%2C%20Dublin%208) 4. ### [Lucky's](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/luckys/) 78 Meath St, Dublin 8, D08 A318 Relaxed local with a beer garden and independent taps. [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lucky's%2C%2078%20Meath%20St%2C%20Dublin%208%2C%20D08%20A318) 5. ### [Drop Dead Twice](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/drop-dead-twice/) 18–19 Francis St, Dublin 8, D08 EK06 Reopened February 2026 after a fire: bar, food and events. [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Drop%20Dead%20Twice%2C%2018%E2%80%9319%20Francis%20St%2C%20Dublin%208%2C%20D08%20EK06) 6. ### [The Christchurch](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/dublin/venues/the-christchurch/) 13 High St, Dublin 8 Third Barrel's own pub, opened July 2026, pouring mostly Third Barrel beers. [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Christchurch%2C%2013%20High%20St%2C%20Dublin%208) Optional extra stop: Molly's Bar (Galway Bay), 101 Francis St. **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=Guinness+Open+Gate+Brewery%2C+53+James%27s+St%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+ET27&destination=The+Christchurch%2C+13+High+St%2C+Dublin+8&travelmode=walking&waypoints=Arthur%27s%2C+28+Thomas+St%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+VF83%7CDudley%27s%2C+47%E2%80%9348+Thomas+St%2C+Dublin+8%7CLucky%27s%2C+78+Meath+St%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+A318%7CDrop+Dead+Twice%2C+18%E2%80%9319+Francis+St%2C+Dublin+8%2C+D08+EK06) [Print the free passport](https://thecraftbeercrawl.com/passport/dublin/the-liberties/) ## 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=the-liberties): GetYourGuide · Check prices and dates - [Crafty Tours: A Taste of Dublin's Best Brews](https://www.getyourguide.com/dublin-l31/crafty-tours-dublin-a-taste-of-dublin-s-best-brews-t1074125/?partner_id=8AVPI3Q&cmp=the-liberties): GetYourGuide · Check prices and dates - [Howth coastal seafood and craft beer tour](https://www.getyourguide.com/dublin-l31/dublin-s-coastal-feast-seafood-craft-beer-stunning-views-t219387/?partner_id=8AVPI3Q&cmp=the-liberties): GetYourGuide · Check prices and dates Affiliate links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. 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 The Liberties, measured from Guinness Open Gate Brewery, the first stop. Distances are as the crow flies. ### Staycity Aparthotels Dublin Tivoli ★★★★ 135 Francis Street · about 750 m from the first stop Guest rating 9.4/10 (10,258 reviews) [Prices on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=Staycity%20Aparthotels%20Dublin%20Tivoli%2C%20Dublin) or [Expedia](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Staycity%20Aparthotels%20Dublin%20Tivoli%2C%20Dublin) · [Agoda](https://www.agoda.com/search?textToSearch=Staycity%20Aparthotels%20Dublin%20Tivoli%2C%20Dublin) ### Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin ★★★★ Dean St, The Liberties · about 1 km from the first stop Guest rating 9.6/10 (3,982 reviews) [Prices on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=Hyatt%20Centric%20The%20Liberties%20Dublin%2C%20Dublin) or [Expedia](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Hyatt%20Centric%20The%20Liberties%20Dublin%2C%20Dublin) · [Agoda](https://www.agoda.com/search?textToSearch=Hyatt%20Centric%20The%20Liberties%20Dublin%2C%20Dublin) ### The Hendrick Smithfield ★★★★ Hendrick Street · about 650 m from the first stop Guest rating 8.8/10 (7,972 reviews) [Prices on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=The%20Hendrick%20Smithfield%2C%20Dublin) or [Expedia](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?destination=The%20Hendrick%20Smithfield%2C%20Dublin) · [Agoda](https://www.agoda.com/search?textToSearch=The%20Hendrick%20Smithfield%2C%20Dublin) Prefer an apartment? 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