 15:46, Saturday, May 17, 2008 (in Ireland)
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Drinking Customs and Laws in Ireland
The pubs of Ireland are simply not just a place to have a drink. They are theatres for storytelling, backdrops for romance, homes away from home, keepers of the spirit of the city, and places to be revered and admired.
Maybe you want to pay your respects to James Joyce by going to one of the place mentioned in Ulysses, or dream of Brendan Beehan while "lowering one" in one of the places frequented by himself or any of the other famous Irish characters. A great way to find some of these character pubs is by joining up with Dublin's popular pub crawls. In all of theatre places you will find nothing but drink, seats, people, and atmosphere. Price Guide 2006-7Pints: €3.70 - €5.50 Spirits, Shots: €5.00 - €7.50 Wine: €4.50+ If in doubt ask for the price list. By law they must display one. 18? Prove it!The legal age to buy alcohol in Ireland is 18. You must be able to prove your age. A passport, National Identity Card, Garda Síochána Age Card (Age Card issued by Irish Police), drivers licence are all acceptable. Bouncers are very strict and very often ask people who obviously look over 18 so make sure you bring I.D. Opening Hours
Most nightclubs with a full bar will serve drink until about 2.30am. | |||
Ireland is packed full of pubs, from the old man's locals to ale emporiums to chic café bars. For those in Dublin, Temple Bar is a good place to start, the small size of the area making it ideal for a lively, late night pub crawl. Many of the city's bars are to be found well away from Temple Bar in the older, more established parts of town, and some of the most fashionable bars are on the north side.
What is "the craic"? Well this is what some people in Ireland call having a good time. The best place to see the Irish enjoying "the craic" is in their famous pubs. Go along and catch the heart of the city.