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2-Hour Macabre Dublin Walking Tour

This is a 2-hour walking tour where we explore the lesser-known streets of the old city centre whilst describing the more gruesome parts of the history of Dublin. On this Macabre tour you will discover a more sinister side to the history of our city and hear stories of torture, executions and serial killers. From the heart of the city outside the GPO we head west through the previous Viking and medieval areas of the north inner city before crossing the river and finishing in one of the oldest parts of the city beside Christchurch and Temple Bar.
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Howth Peninsula Hiking Tour overlooking Dublin Bay

Voted Trip Advisor Best of the Best. Explore Dublin's best kept secret on the only guided hike that visits the spectacular south facing paths and cliffs overlooking Dublin Bay. Explore the secret paths and trails where only local guides can take you. Immerse yourself in nature on the charming Howth Peninsula, a treasure in the Dublin Bay UNESCO Biosphere. An exciting and gnarly coastal adventure in any season. Feel a real connection with the land and people. Wander through magical woodland in the footsteps of the ancient people of Ireland and feel a connection with the past and present. Spot the ancient Irish goat herd along the trails, visiting hidden beaches, smugglers caves and panoramic views. Finish off the day enjoying some famous Howth hospitality.
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In Our Shoes Dublin Walking Tour

In Our Shoes Walking Tours – local guides uncovering the village within Dublin’s city centre, in this one of a kind tour. In Our Shoes award winning walking tours takes you right to the heart of the community as it uncovers hidden secrets and gems. Local guides will lead you off the beaten track, through local history and folklore, by landmarks famous and hidden, through high streets and back lanes – right to the heart of the Liberties, the heart of Dublin. Moving at a leisurely pace you will encounter the better-known sights as well as the hidden gems through rare local stories and access. Let In Our Shoes Walking Tours, guide you through the hidden city that only the locals know through this authentic experience In Our Shoes Walking Tours is an award winning social enterprise focused on creating employment opportunities for local people with fewer employment opportunities; supporting sustainable communities by reinvesting income into the community and promoting local businesses
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Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife

Food and culture go hand in hand in Dublin, and there's a food tradition in particular that makes the city even more flavorful. Ready to try it? Get a taste of the food scene that characterizes Dublin and it's known around the world. Try half a pint of Guinness, Irish stew, and more in its original recipe - forget about adaptations, this is the real deal! Your local guide is a food and culture expert and will show you spots in the city to enhance the cultural vibes. Go to Wood Quay amfitheatre, and Darkey Kelly's Pub, and get to know more about where this food tradition comes from and how it relates to Dublin. Withlocals Food & Culture Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
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From $140.69
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Sip and Stroll Whiskey History Walking Tour in Dublin

Uncover the historic story behind Irish whiskey's golden days with this fully guided whiskey walking tour through it's epicenter of the Dublin Liberties. Together with your local whiskey expert we will discover some of the Liberties long gone whiskey barons, local characters and pubs but hear of the new generation of blenders, brewers and distillers bringing home the uisce beatha Experience Dublin whiskey like never before with your guide. Our guides knowledge is truly exceptional having served as an advocate in the Irish whiskey industry for almost 10 years! With this tour your guide will take you behind the label of the whiskey you taste and let you in on brand secrets that you won't hear anywhere else. On your walk you will be made feel like a true local, we have been regulars in these bars for a very long time! Immersive, fun, superb whiskey and great conversation is guaranteed!! Immerse with locals, bar owners and fellow whiskey lovers in these stunning traditional bars.
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Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour in Spanish

On Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour in Spanish you will discover one of Dublin's best-known neighborhoods: Temple Bar. Join us on this night tour where you can enjoy the illumination of some of the most emblematic places in Dublin. In addition, you will have the opportunity to visit several famous Irish pubs. All this accompanied by an explanation about Irish popular culture, history and anecdotes from Dublin. What will you discover on this tour? Here are just a few questions: Where does the passion of the Irish for bars and beer come from? Why in the early Middle Ages was beer thought to have healing powers? What does "pub" really mean? And who were its true creators? What is the most photographed corner of Dublin? What does the trefoil symbol of some establishments mean? What does “craic” mean to an Irishman? Join us to learn many stories, legends and anecdotes of the Dublin night.
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Romantic Dublin: Cupid Quest Experience

Discover Dublin’s most romantic spots by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role ofJames, a young man who’s on the lookout for Cupid. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: - Explore Love Lane, The Temple Bar Pub, Oscar Wilde House and other lesser-known places. - Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers. - Learn about the heroine of the traditional Irish ballad, “Molly Mallone”. - Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. - Discover where the skeleton of St. Valentine lies. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
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The Secret History of Gay Dublin

The Secret History of Gay Dublin Tour is all about seeing the city in a new light. Some of the most central figures in Dublin's political and cultural history were gay: some were heroes, others were villains. This tour is about their stories and the story of a rebellious and scandalous city. This tour is inclusive and for everyone.
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Queer Dublin Walking Tour

Together we’ll take a stroll through the streets of Dublin and explore some of the incredible figures of Ireland’s Queer History. From Irish revolutionaries to civil rights agitators, pride March pioneers to gender identity trailblazers; the Dublin Queer Tour is an exploration of Ireland’s incredible LGBTQ+ community, and the rich history of their story. Ireland has come a long way in advancing equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community, and there is much to be celebrated, so join us for this Queer Dublin tour to learn more about the struggles and triumphs. General Post Office and Revolutionary Queer figures The Abbey Theatre and Panti Bliss 'Noble Call' Liberty Hall and the First Pride Protest Dr Lydia Foy and the Gender Recognition Act Trinity College and the Sexual Liberation Movement The Hirschfeld Centre and the Diceman's Corner The George and Gay Spar Dublin Castle and the Marriage Equality Referendum
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Self-Guided Walk from Dublin's O’Connell Bridge to Abbey Theatre

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll explore Dublin's beating heart, where rebels fought for Irish freedom. Dublin’s thriving centre isn’t just the focal point of life for many locals today. Some of the most important events in Irish history have unfolded along these inner city streets. On this walking tour, you’ll see some of the country’s most important national monuments and learn how the Irish nation was created. You’ll cross the River Liffey and head to the capital’s main artery, O’Connell Street. Here, you’ll find out why this landmark was named after Daniel O’Connell and why Martin Luther King and Gandhi looked up to him. Then make your way into the beating heart of the city, to the streets that Irish rebels fought and died on. I’ll show you where the last failed rebellion in Ireland against British rule, the 1916 Easter Rising, took place. You’ll find out exactly why the Irish people wanted to create their own nation and how they did so.
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From $11.99
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The Dublin True Crime Tour

A two hour walking tour through Dublin exploring the crimes of the past. Delve into art thefts, kidnaps, murder, robberies and so much more! About this event Murder, mystery and madness! Come on an adventure through Dublin city and explore the crimes from the past. Discover some of the horrible history of the city and hear stories that will keep you up at night. This entire trip is by foot and you will visit a number of different locations across Dublin. This is sure to open up a unique perspective of Dublin for all.
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Stories of Dublin: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided audio walking tour is a trip back in time to explore some of Dublin's most iconic landmarks. We’ll take in some of Georgian Dublin along with city parks, traditional bars, cathedrals and many other famous sites on a stroll across this charm-laden city. You’ll also hear fun facts and tales about its history, culture and people – like rock band U2 and the rebellious Daniel O'Connell as well more ordinary folk. While we walk you’ll notice how lively Dublin is with some 751 pubs. A lot of them are beautifully decorated, but O'Neill's opposite the Molly Malone statue is one of the best on our route. The food is excellent too. Dublin also has an abundance of museums. There are 45 in all and most of them are free to visit. Two of the best are the National History Museum and the Little Museum of Dublin. I’ll guide you to both of them, and I highly recommend popping into them either before, after or during our tour.
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Dublin Old Town: Famous Pubs Outdoor Escape Game

Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a young man who needs to discover more about his mother’s mysterious Irish family line. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: • Explore Darkey Kelly's, Cassidy's, the Shelbourne Hotel and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Learn about the fascinating story of the Working Men’s Clubs. • Discover location of the first elephant autopsy on the British Isles. • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
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The Mystical Hill of Tara: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

The Hill of Tara was the famous seat of the High Kings of Ireland. On this self-guided GPS walking tour, you’ll discover why Tara was and still is an important spiritual center. My story brings you all the way from the arrival of the first farmers in the Boyne Valley through to the dawn of Christianity. We’ll explore the essence of Celtic spirituality and peer through a window into Ireland’s Iron Age, a time of druids, saints and kings. You can look forward to: • One of the oldest Stone Age passage tombs in Ireland and other archaeological discoveries at the Hill of Tara. • Portals to the otherworld of the fairies and other folk traditions associated with Tara. • Testing your courage – and your stomach – against the trials of being a king in ancient Ireland and the unsavory practices associated with kingship here at the Hill of Tara And if you’d like to take part in an Irish tradition then please bring a piece of degradable cloth with you on this walk. All will be revealed!
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Dublin Self-Guided Murder Mystery Tour by Temple Bar

Solve A Mystery is a self-guided murder mystery city tour in Dublin for friends and family! Simply purchase online, collect it at the pick-up location, and begin your adventure any time that suits you. The murder mystery takes place in central Dublin. The start destination is outside the College. The final destination is the Irish Houses of Parliament. Walking distance: 2 km During your investigation, you will solve exciting riddles/tasks together as you are interacting with the beautiful historical surroundings of Dublin. The year is 1899. You are a talented detective constable. Everyone relies on your extraordinary skills to solve the case of a missing professor of mathematics. He went missing without a trace, the only thing that was found in connection with his disappearance was a blood stained briefcase. Throughout the mystery, you will be guided around Dublin's historical surroundings, while solving tasks related to the area.​ Good luck, you will need it!
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See Details → Duration :130 to 2 hours
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