Feel like you've seen it all before? Ditch the same old standard nights out and shake things up a little with something a little bizarre. From intimate dive bars moonlighting as live music spots, to massive nightclubs with multiple rooms and themed venues boasting late night parties, here's our guide to the top 10 quirky clubs in Dublin.
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If you're looking for a good night out, you really can't go wrong with a visit to Coppers. Famed for its multi-storey space offering drinking, dining, pubbing and clubbing, this city centre club is one of Dublin's best, with plenty to do no matter the occasion.
Riot may technically be a dive bar, but it's got all the vibes of a quirky club in Dublin. From the neon lights to the graffiti-strewn walls and regular live music nights, you won't be leaving early here. Think arcade games, pool and late night revellers.
The interior isn't the only eye-catching this about this Harcourt Street spot, you know. One of the best sports bars in Dublin, Dtwo features a backyard BBQ, all-weather beer garden and Instagrammable bar and club with space to up to 400.
One of the best clubs Dublin has to offer, Opium is a three-storey venue with a restaurant, cocktail bar and nightclub all under one roof. Indulge in dishes from from Thailand, Japan and Vietnam alongside a range of cocktails before getting down to banging beats till the wee hours.
This circus-themed club in Dublin is all about the party, with a reputation for some of the best live music and events in the city. From the huge ground floor club to the subterranean snug, you'll find quirky boho vibes all around.
Located in the iconic Temple Bar area, Bad Bobs is jam-packed with vintage memorabilia, craft cocktails and an impressive selection of whiskey. Irish Coffee is taken seriously here, so grab one and head to the stunning roof terrace before hitting the nightclub.
Housed in the Russell Court Hotel, Krystle is a quirky basement club and upper-level which overlooks Dicey's Beer Garden. A unique space, the venue provides a soundtrack of commercial hits while the outdoor area hosts a sprawling all-weather beer garden.
From end-of-the-week throwdowns at Pyg Sundays to wild weekenders at Pygfest, nothing beats a late night at this restaurant-turned nightclub. Make your way to Powerscourt Townhouse for 18th century splendour contrasts with modern hits and a youthful crowd.
