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Discover where recording history
is made.

The Windmill Lane Recording Studios Visitor Experience is a journey through music and how it has shaped our culture.

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Studio Tour Information:

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Studio Tour Prices:

confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€26.00Adult (16 +)
confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€18.00Junior (15 & Under)
confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€20.00Student (ID Req.)
confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€68.00Family (of 4)
confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€20.00Seniors (65 +)

Studio Gift Vouchers:

confirmation number FILL0 wght400 GRAD0 opsz48€26-€100Gift Vouchers

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About this Tour

What makes Windmill Lane Recording Studios such an inspirational and unique place to tour is that you get to explore the same studios the best musicians in the world experience. And you just never know who might have been trying out a new lyric or new arrangement of chords at that very microphone or standing in that same spot only minutes before you walked through the door.

  • Learn how tracks are put together.
  • Mix your own session with our virtual band.
  • Discover the history and hear the stories of famous artists who have recorded here.
  • And, maybe, just maybe, you might even meet Cosmo, our resident ghost.
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Hall of Fame

The biggest names in music have recorded here

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Why the Windmill Lane Studio Tour Is One of the Most Unique Things to Do in Dublin

Step inside one of Dublin’s most iconic landmarks — Windmill Lane Recording Studios. For decades, legendary artists like U2, The Rolling Stones, and Ed Sheeran have recorded chart-topping albums here. Today, visitors can explore behind the scenes, learn how music is made, and experience what makes this one of the most unique things to do in Dublin city centre for music lovers of all ages.

Plan Your Visit To Windmill Lane

Get ready to experience the heart of Dublin’s music history. The Windmill Lane Studio Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and includes exclusive access to Ireland’s most famous recording studios. Visitors can walk through the same rooms where U2, The Rolling Stones and Lady Gaga recorded, explore interactive displays, and even mix their own track in our virtual studio.


Located on Ringsend Road, just a short walk from Dublin city centre, Windmill Lane Recording Studios is easily accessible by foot or bus. Plan your visit here or reserve your place on the Windmill Lane Studio Tour here to ensure availability on your preferred date.

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What people are saying about us

A real pleasure to see inside a world class recording studio. The guide was great and took time to answer all questions. We walked from Trinity College, Dublin to the Studio which took us about 30 minutes. We arrived a few minutes early which gave us time to read about the memorabilia hanging on the walls.

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William M – Trip Advisor

Pretty awesome experience! You’ll get an understanding of how everything works, get to hear stories and see the studio where countless artists have recorded their songs (The Cranberries, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, U2…)

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Anastasia – Google Review

I was going because my dauther wanted to go – I agree to keep her company. Had no idea about recording or wasnt much into music. But that tour has exceeded my expectations – It was great day and I think I would like to visit again!

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Erika – Trip Advisor

What a fantastic experience!! Everyone was super friendly and professional. Made me feel at home in the studio. An experience of a lifetime. Thank you so much!!

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Mark Gower – Google Review

Excellent experience (Must See) We went to Windmill Studios this weekend for our daughter’s 16th Birthday. From entering the door right through the tour we were made feel so welcome. The overall tour was so engaging and fun, so many iconic artists have recorded in this historic building.

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Jenny -Trip Advisor

Absolutely fabulous!!! We were lucky to be guided by Aidan, one of owners. Fantastic guy with great talking skills. The whole place is incredibly interesting, outside and inside, followed by great story behind it. So grateful for this experience!

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Lidia Gerstman – Google Review

Excellent immersive behind the scenes look at one of the most iconic music studios in the world. The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming, and the chance to see how your favourite albums by your favourite bands come together is brilliant.

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CSmyth – Trip Advisor

Recently brought a group of TY students to the studio tour and can’t recommend it enough! Niall was excellent at making all aspects of the tour accessible to both music and non music students. The tour was very interactive and one student had the trip highlight of playing the studio’s Steinway piano. Will definitely be making this an annual trip in our school calendar.

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Ciara Wall – Google Review

A must-do for any Music Fan! Awesome tour, very informative and full of great historical info as well. Staff are very friendly and made our U2 Fan Club Ireland group really welcome. I would highly recommend this tour to any music fan , not just U2 fans Many thanks, from The Taller Hewson

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Simon H – Trip Advisor

One of the best experiences I have done in Dublin. Highly recommend if you’re interested in music. An intimate group lead by a skilled team at Windmill Lane. I have even more respect for everyone who works in the music field. Thanks a million!!

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Kayla FP – Google Review

A Dublin ‘Must Do’! We visited the studio not really knowing what to expect but we had our eyes (and ears) opened by how many world renowned artists had recorded there. We also found that a lot of film scores and movie and video scenes had been filmed inside the building. The tour covers all areas of the recording process and we would definitely recommend a visit.

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Sandy A – Trip Advisor

Mind blown. Cannot recommend a tour of Windmill Lane (the home of cool in Dublin in my opinion) highly enough. Just to walk the halls and spend time in studios where legends recorded iconic grammy award winning albums is surely an unparalleled thrill for any music fan. The gang are so welcoming and informative it was an exhilarating experience from beginning to end.
100000% recommend 🙂

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Sinead McNamara – Google Review

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