6 Best Nightlife in Dublin, Ireland

Established in 1823, and scarcely changed since the 1940s, the wonderful Palace Bar is still all tiles and brass. Popular with journalists and writers (the Irish Times used to be nearby), the walls are lined with cartoons drawn by newspaper illustrators.

A happening music venue, the Button mixes top DJs and up-and-coming live acts. The place tends to be on the cutting edge of the Irish dance-music scene.

A lively bar that attracts all ages and nationalities, the Oliver St. John Gogarty overflows with patrons in summer. On most nights there's traditional Irish music upstairs.

One of the few bars in Ireland to brew its own beer, their Plain Porter has won the best stout in the world award at the Brewing Industry International Awards (often referred to as the "Brewing Oscars") beating out the mighty Guinness. The tasteful interior is all dark woods and soft lighting.

Housed in a former workingman's club, this no-frills, hip spot specializes in indie club nights and attracts an artistic and hipster crowd. It has three floors of music and live gigs. Check the website for upcoming nights.