• Monument to Oscar Wilde - A tribute to Oscar Wilde. We’ll begin by honoring one of Ireland’s most renowned and, during his time, controversial figures - Oscar Wilde.
• National Gallery of Ireland - Next, we’ll visit the National Gallery to explore Irish history through captivating artworks: the Marriage of Strongbow and Aoife, which marked the end of the old Gaelic order in Ireland; stunning stained glass windows, and a deeply symbolic painting about the Irish Civil War.
• National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology - Then we’ll head to what is arguably Dublin’s finest museum - the National Museum of Archaeology & History. We’ll explore The Treasury, which houses Ireland’s greatest treasures, including the Tara Brooch and Ardagh Chalice.
• St Stephens Green - St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street
• Trinity College Dublin - Trinity College and the Old Library, home to the famous Book of Kells (tickets required)
• The Book of Kells & Old Library - Trinity College and the Old Library, home to the famous Book of Kells (tickets required)
• Temple Bar - Wander through the cobbled streets of the iconic Temple Bar area. Your guide will reveal the true local spots (street art, bohemian shops) and hidden gems in this often touristy area.
• Dublin Castle - A brief pause to embrace our tourist side again - a grand finale to our tour at Dublin Castle, the center of British rule in Ireland for over 700 years.
• Christ Church Cathedral - A visit to one of Dublin’s top attractions - Christ Church Cathedral.
• George’s Street Arcade - Local shopping at George’s St. Arcade. Now we’ll take a break from being tourists and start to experience life as locals. We’ll stroll through the charming areas of Grafton St and George’s St. Arcade. Here, we will visit a local Irish jeweler - watch him craft a piece (maybe try it yourself!) and learn about Ireland-inspired necklaces, rings, and more. A perfect chance to acquire an authentic gift from Ireland.
• Ha’penny Bridge - Cross the iconic Ha’Penny Bridge, one of Dublin’s landmarks. Look up the river towards the Guinness Brewery (you might catch the scent of hops boiling) or down the river towards the Custom House and the modern Docklands area. Or simply pause to observe the lovers’ locks.
• Leinster House - Irish Parliament Building
• Bank of Ireland - The beautiful Old Parliament Building, used in the 18th century by the British during Dublin’s golden age
• O’Connell Street - Discover Ireland’s main thoroughfare and one of the widest streets in Europe. Admire The Spire, the GPO (where the 1916 Rising began), and learn about Ireland’s Martin Luther King Jr., Daniel O’Connell

• Experienced and qualified Irish tour guide
• Hotel meet-up for central location
• Private tour tailored for your group

• Tea and coffee
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Gratuities
• Entry tickets

Do you enjoy Food, Pub, Museums, Culture tours and learning how the locals live?
This tour comprises elements from all those tours to give you the most varied, comprehensive and enjoyable tour of Dublin possible! After 10yrs tour guiding private tours, and over 500 5-star reviews, Garvan has designed a tour to deliver an outstanding full day in Dublin.

By the end of the tour, you’ll have visited all the essential attractions, experiencing only the best of the National Gallery and National Museum, eaten lunch where the locals go, shopped for Irish artisanal foods & cheeses, paired them with Irish beer/whiskey in a locals’ pub, visited a jeweller (or similar) and learned the methods & inspiration behind their art.

As if that wasn’t enough, you will have also gained not only an understanding but a powerful feeling for Irish history & culture. Most importantly of all, you’ll have connected with an authentic Irish guide who wants to share a fantastically memorable & personal day with you.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.