Bruxelles

Bruxelles is a historic pub located in the center of Dublin, Ireland, originally opened as The Grafton Mooney in 1886.

The Bruxelles website describes the space as “3 bars under 1 roof.” This is because there are three distinct and beautiful areas that customers can enjoy: The Saloon, which is the most classic and ideal for dining and drinking; The Zodiac Bar, a good spot for listening to alternative music; and The Flanders, a basement bar for rock lovers that pays homage to music legends.

In addition to enjoying rock music, visitors will have the opportunity to taste some traditional Irish dishes at the pub.

This was also a special place for Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy. The famous statue in his honor is located next to the bar.

Rock Route in Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, Ireland, is famous for its rich musical history, having been the birthplace of bands and artists like U2, Kodaline, Sinead O’Connor, Thin Lizzy, and The Script. The city is an excellent destination for rock fans, with plenty of interesting places to visit that will make your trip even more musical.

For those who enjoy bars, Whelan’s and Fibber Magees offer a great atmosphere. If you’re looking to catch a live show, be sure to check the schedule for 3Olympia Theatre, The Academy, and 3Arena, as these venues often host top international bands.

Vinyl lovers can head to Tower Records, a well-known store famous for its great selection of records.

A tour of the historic Windmill Lane Recording Studios to learn more about U2, and a visit to the beloved Phil Lynott statue from Thin Lizzy are musts on your musical itinerary.

To plan your complete rock-inspired trip to Dublin (or other cities and countries around the world), check out all the guides we’ve already published here on Travel2Concert!