Windmill Lane Recording Studios - Visitor Experience
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
The iconic building and its recording studios are now open to exclusive tours to the public.
Windmill Lane Recording Studios have been capturing music history since 1978. The list of artists the studios have worked with includes Kate Bush, U2, The Cranberries, The Rolling Stones, Hozier, Lady Gaga & Westlife.
The Visitor Experience tour is an unprecedented opportunity to step beyond the studios famous metal doors and receive an exclusive, immersive and highly memorable experience. Please note, Windmill Lane Recording Studios is a working recording studio so advanced booking is essential.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note, Windmill Lane Recording Studios is a working recording studio so advanced booking is essential.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Windmill Lane Recording Studios
Let us guide you through the amazing history of these world-famous studios and the artists that have recorded here. • Explore the World Famous Studios • Discover the Studios Amazing History • See How a Recording Session Works • Meet the Virtual Band • Mix Your Own Session
What‘s Included
Visit to Windmill Lane Recording Studios
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Windmill Lane Recording Studios - Visitor Experience
Reviews
853 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour at Windmill Studios
Scenic789287,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son and I had a terrific experience at Windmill lane studios. Maria - the very experienced tour guide and an industry professional was very knowledgable and insightful. She made the tour so much fun. It was a deep dive into the history of the studio and the mechanisms of a world class music studio. Highly recommend it for a unique Dublin experience.
A hallowed ground for any music lover
jordanmilev,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In addition to its status as a world-renowned studio with exceptional facilities, it is also one of Dublin's cultural landmarks, a shrine to music and a playground of artists of the highest caliber. It's an absolute must-see for anyone into music. We are especially grateful to our guide Maria who made the tour an engaging and visceral experience even for people who are not into recording arts. She was friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. Thanks to her, this has been among the highlights of our stay in Dublin. It deserves more than a single visit and I can't recommend highly enough!
Great place to visit!
Meander18510006906,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Guide was very enthusiastic about the Studios and made our expectations reality. We got a great insight on the most aspects of the studio available for the public and seeing all autographs on the wall was magic. Thank you all!
More like windTHRILL Lane!
S1126KVtimt,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were blown away by this tour of the great Windmill Lane recording studios…it was informative, entertaining, and even interactive. Getting the chance to try our hands at mixing tracks is a memory I won’t soon forget. Our guide Genevieve was top tier, and really made the experience friendly, collaborative, and truly educational. Five stars.
Amaaaaaziiing
Camper45857302516,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing!!! Everything was explained very well and enthusiastic by the tour guide. It is a beautiful building with a Great story. Tour takes about an hour which is a great time. The price wasnt bad at all which is nice. I think this studio is way more than just a simple Recording studio.
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claref987,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, thank you Genieve! Very informative and a lovely thing to do as a family. Would highly recommend to anyone..
Amazing experience
Luísa C,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great way to end the year! A great experience, learned a lot and had the opportunity to feel a real studio atmosphere.
Well done everybody!
Crais235,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was lovely, we enjoyed the tour! The staff was really friendly, especially Maria who was our tour leader, she is very competent and well-prepared to all our questions. Well done everybody!
Super recommended visit to Windmill Lane recording studios
Relax793823,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice experience, great fun, recommended to all music lovers! Our escort was very engaging.
A fascinating glimpse behind the scenes
MarcusJune2022,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There is a rock and roll museum in Dublin, but on this visit to the city we decided to visit Windmill Lane Studios instead, in the hope of finding something more authentic. The studios are probably best known for their association with U2, but The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and Kate Bush are among the many other artists that have made albums at Windmill. More recently SZA has recorded there. The studio is a bit out of the way, compared to most of Dublin's other attractions, but it's well worth the walk to get there. The tour is fascinating and the staff are very friendly. This is very much a working studio, but there's even a small gift shop at the end. Highly recommended for what feels like a privileged insight into the recording process.
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