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Windmill Lane Recording Studios is Ireland’s premier audio production facility. Our studios have played host to the biggest artists on the planet. The world’s most successful musicians come to us for our expertise and facilities. Wherever you are on your recording journey, take your next inspirational step in one of our studios.

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Experience the place where some of the world’s most legendary musicians recorded history. From U2 to The Rolling Stones, The Cranberries to Ed Sheeran, you never know whose footsteps you might literally be walking in.

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About us

The heart of music production in Ireland

Windmill Lane Recording Studios was born out of the passion to create a world-class production facility in Dublin. Opened in 1978, the studios were originally located on Windmill Lane and famous for the graffiti painted on them by U2 fans from all over the world. From rock to rap, from AC/DC to 50 Cent, both global superstars and local heroes come to record at this iconic Art Deco building on Ringsend Road.

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The biggest names in music have recorded here

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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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