Dublin: Windmill Lane Recording Studios Tour
Ringsend, Dublin
Visit the iconic studios which have been making music history since 1978. Get right to the heart of both the Irish and global music scene.
The Windmill Lane Recording Studios tour in Dublin offers music enthusiasts an insider look at a historic studio suited for visitors interested in music history and production.
Highlights
- Learn about the studio’s global impact on music history since 1978
- Discover the people behind the music and the artists who recorded there
- Tour the iconic Studio 1 and explore the music created within
Description
Step beyond the famous metal doors of Windmill Lane Recording Studios for an immersive experience. See where award-winning music has been created by artists such as Lady Gaga, Hozier, Westlife, U2, The Cranberries, Kylie Minogue, Riverdance, and The Rolling Stones.
Guides, who are also musicians and producers, will lead you around this iconic Dublin building. Learn how recording technology evolved from early devices to modern computer software.
Experience a band’s live performance recording in the studio’s live room and listen to a specially commissioned binaural recording for a 360-degree sound immersion.
Includes
- Expert guide
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink
- Tips
Important Information
- The studio is a working recording facility, not a walk-in visitor attraction; tours run on designated dates and times, so advance booking is essential.
- Visitors should have moderate physical fitness.
- The building is historic with limited accessibility and no lift facilities; those with impaired mobility may face restrictions.
- No food or drinks are available for purchase on-site, but nearby convenience stores, cafés, and restaurants are accessible.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your tour spot and wear comfortable shoes for walking. The best time to visit is during weekdays when the studio is less active.
