Following the House of Guinness: Why Autumn is the Perfect Time to Visit Dublin

Magdalena Motor
3 days ago
4 min read

Dublin in autumn has a magic all its own. The city, already alive with music, stories and a famously hearty pint, slows down just enough for you to breathe in the atmosphere and when you pair that with the backdrop of the new period drama House of Guinness, you’ve got a travel experience saturated with both history and mood.

Discover with us:

🏛️ A Story of Beer, Family and Legacy How the new Netflix series House of Guinness brings Dublin’s history to life.

🍂 Why Autumn Works Wonderfully Five reasons to fall in love with Dublin this season.

🚶‍♀️ A Walk Through the Experience From St. James’s Gate to Temple Bar - retracing the Guinness legacy.

☕ Tips for the Trip How to make the most of your autumn adventure.

A Story of Beer, Family and Legacy

The series House of Guinness is set in 19th-century Dublin (and New York) and focuses on the powerful Guinness family legacy, following the death of Sir Benjamin Guinness and the ensuing scramble of his children for influence and control.

Imagine walking the same streets, sipping a pint near St James’s Gate, and having in mind the drama of power, rebellion and enterprise, this gives a richness to your strolls that you might not get at any other time.

Why Autumn Works Wonderfully

Colours & Light – As leaves turn gold, amber and rust, the light softens, long shadows appear, and Dublin’s Georgian squares and Victorian facades take on a warm glow. It’s a great time for photography, leisurely exploration and discovering cafés without summer crowds.

Crisp Air & Cozy Stops – With cooler mornings and evenings, you’ll appreciate a stop at a cosy pub after wandering through a park or along the Liffey. Something like watching the sun set over the city while knowing the stout you’ll have in your hand has centuries of Irish history behind it.

Off-Peak Vibes – The high tourist season is waning, so you’ll likely find fewer queues, more space to wander, and maybe even better deals on lodging. The city slows down just enough that you can savour the local atmosphere.

Autumn Events & Culture – The cultural calendar remains rich: live music, theatre, film festivals, good food. And with a show like House of Guinness freshly released, there’s a cultural buzz around the places connected to the story.

Historical Resonance – Since House of Guinness is rooted in the Guinness story and Dublin’s industrial and social past, wandering Dublin’s historic brewing district, old pubs, and neighbouring areas in autumn gives you a palpable sense of layering: past meeting present, heritage meeting modern life.

A Walk Through the Experience

Start at the iconic St James’s Gate Brewery, where the Guinness story began. Imagine the weight of empire, the barrels, the lineage, all the stuff that a show about dynasties naturally evokes. Then, wander through the city’s quieter parks, perhaps St Stephen’s Green or Phoenix Park, where autumn leaves crunch underfoot and the city’s pace slows.

Pause at a traditional pub and order a pint of Guinness. Let the deep roast, dark colour and creamy head remind you that you are partaking in a story that spans generations. Then walk through neighbourhoods like Temple Bar or along the River Liffey as dusk falls. The city takes on a golden hue, street-lights glimmer, and you might reflect on how the past (the Guinness empire, Irish industry, urban transformation) intersects with the present (craft culture, international tourism, a modern Irish capital).

Tips for the Trip

Bring layers: mornings and evenings can be crisp; the day may still carry warmth.
Visit the Guinness Storehouse (and consider its autumn charm).
Go for early evening walks when the light is soft and the city is less crowded.
Pop into smaller local pubs or cafés away from the busiest tourist spots to feel the city’s rhythms.
If you’re a fan of the series, look up walking routes or heritage tours that touch areas connected to the Guinness story, Dublin’s industrial era, or even film-locations.
Keep a rain-jacket handy-Irish weather is famously changeable, and autumn mists or showers only add to the mood.

In short: combining the crisp, golden-leafed streets of Dublin in autumn with the narrative of House of Guinness gives you more than just a city break. It gives you a story. A living one where you’re not just watching a drama you’re wandering through it.

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