Uncover the true history of Dublin on a 3-hour cultural experience. Engaging guides will dispel stereotypes and reveal hidden stories, making this tour a must-do for curious travelers.
Uncover the true history of Dublin on a 3-hour cultural experience. Engaging guides will dispel stereotypes and reveal hidden stories, making this tour a must-do for curious travelers.
- Wood Quay Amphitheatre - Wood Quay is the site of the old Viking settlement of Dublin. Excavations in the 1970’s produced the discovery of hundreds of medieval dwellings and thousands of ancient objects, including pottery, weapons, coins and leatherwork. - Christ Church Cathedral - The cathedral was founded in the early 11th century under the…
- Wood Quay Amphitheatre - Wood Quay is the site of the old Viking settlement of Dublin. Excavations in the 1970’s produced the discovery of hundreds of medieval dwellings and thousands of ancient objects, including pottery, weapons, coins and leatherwork. - Christ Church Cathedral - The cathedral was founded in the early 11th century under the Viking king Sitric Silkenbeard. It was rebuilt in stone in the late 12th century under the Norman, Richard DeClaire, known to the Irish as Strongbow. - Temple Bar - Though a modern, thriving centre of tourism and bars, Temple Bar has a rich cultural history dating back to medieval times. - Dublin Castle - Originally built in the 13th Century by King John of England, the gardens contain the place where Dublin got its’ name. The castle was also the seat of British rule in Ireland for 700 years. - Trinity College Dublin - Founded in 1592 on the site of the old Viking parliament (the Ting), Trinity College is the home of the Book Of kells. It’s past students include Oscar Wilde and W.B Yeats. - The Steine - Dedicated to the first ruler of the Kingdom of Dublin, the infamous danish Viking, Ivarr The Boneless. The Steine is a replica of the original longstone, place on the same spot in the 800’s. - O’Connell Bridge - Dublin’s widest bridge, dedicated to the ‘Great Liberator’, Daniel O’Connell. - An Post General Post Office - The General Post Office building on O’Connell Street was the starting point of the 1916 Irish Rebellion. - The Custom House Visitor Centre - Built in 1781, Customs House is one of the most beautiful buildings in Dublin. It bears the scars of the bloody Irish Civil War of 1922, in the form of bullet holes and shell markings. - The Famine Sculptures - Though usually called the ‘Great Hunger’ in Ireland, the Irish famine of the 1840’s is known the world over. Here you will learn about the reasons it happened and the long lasting effects it had on the people of Ireland. - The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story - Jeanie Johnston is a replica of a three masted barque ship used to take the starving from Ireland to Canada and North America, during the worst years of the Great Hunger.
- All applicable fees and taxes included
- All applicable fees and taxes included
Each of our tour guides hails from Dublin, boasting an extensive knowledge in the realms of history, culture, architecture, and entertainment. Your tour is guaranteed to be captivating and interactive, encouraging inquiries and amusement. You’ll be privy to more information than what is provided in conventional guidebooks or tourist websites. Our tours…
Each of our tour guides hails from Dublin, boasting an extensive knowledge in the realms of history, culture, architecture, and entertainment. Your tour is guaranteed to be captivating and interactive, encouraging inquiries and amusement. You’ll be privy to more information than what is provided in conventional guidebooks or tourist websites. Our tours are constantly updated to include newly discovered historical and genealogical information.
We’re committed to challenging stereotypes, misconceptions, and untruths about our city, its residents, and our nation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.