Travelgram: The Guinness Storehouse Review

Well thanks to Covid, its been a long time since I've been out exploring Ireland and beyond for some of the best places to visit, but at last I can get back to my adventures so I thought where better to start than at one of Irelands top tourist spots, The Guinness Storehouse.

Firstly, it is very easy to get to as it is on the Luas line, its just one stop past Heuston station, you get off at James' and it is just a five minute walk to your destination.

Spread out over seven floors in an old fermentation plant, this visitor experience tells you everything you need to know about Irelands iconic beer. On the first stop on the self guided tour, there is a stunning indoor waterfall which I found quite breathtaking and of course I couldn't miss out on a few photos beside this unique feature.

Over the various floors you learn all about how Guinness is made, the story of Arthur Guinness himself and its fascinating past which is woven into the history of Dublin. Also, Guinness has always had memorable advertising campaigns and there is a whole floor dedicated to this. One particular feature on this floor that stood out to me was the huge television screens showing some of their most memorable adverts.

You can also learn how to pour the perfect pint of Guinness but unfortunately due to Covid this part of the tour is closed.

The piece de resistance is the Gravity Bar on the 7th Floor. Here you can enjoy your free pint of Guinness or mineral, sit back and take in the stunning panoramic views of Dublin City and the Wicklow Mountains. All you can think when you walk into the bar is 'WOW' and I can only imagine how stunning this view is at nighttime when the city is lit up.

There is a huge shop on the ground floor full of Guinness merch where you can buy anything from t-shirts to decorations for your Christmas tree and there are also restaurants for you to have a bite to eat.

The Storehouse is extremely wheelchair accessible and has lifts to every floor. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful.

So would I recommend a visit to The Guinness Storehouse? Absolutely!! I brought my mum along and we had such and enjoyable day. It was fascinating learning about the history behind Irelands iconic drink and I had always been told that the best pint of Guinness you will get is in the Gravity Bar and I can confirm this is true.

To Arthur!

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