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- English
Skip the coach tour. This is Dalkey the way a local sees it — walked at an easy pace, with plenty of stops for photos, questions, and craic along the way.
You'll start at Dalkey Castle, one of Ireland's last surviving medieval town castles, before wandering the village's narrow streets down to Coliemore Harbour — once Dublin's main port, now a quiet fishing harbour looking out to Dalkey Island. From there to a hidden gem - Sorrento Park, taking a different route back into the village so you see as much of Dalkey as possible without doubling back. Keen hikers may continue and walk Kiliney Hill.
Your guide has spent decades as a chef and tour guide around Dublin, and mixes real history with the kind of stories, humour, and local knowledge that guidebooks don't cover.
The tour finishes back in the village near several excellent pubs for lunch (own expense) — ask your guide for a recommendation.
Perfect for cruise passengers — an easy, low-stress way to spend a shore excursion.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide outside Dalkey Castle, he will have a yellow umbrella
We will end at Finnegans pub for lunch (optional) Right beside Dart station
Itinerary
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1Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre
We will meet at Dalkey Castle where we will talk about the History of the Castle and the village. Guests can browse the heritage centre shop and may book a tour of the castle (optional, may want to return in afternoon)
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Dalkey
We will walk through Dalkey Village and talk about its history, some Irish History and point out some village landmarks. Snacks/Coffee can be pruchased if required (optional)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Take a lovely walk down the coast to Colliemore Harbour. Join the locals having a swim if the weathers good! We will see Dalkey Island and talk about its rich history and the importance of Dalkey and its harbour to medieval Dublin
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sorrento Park
We will meander on to Sorrento Park in Dalkey and from there to a couple of WW2 lookouts and Eire signs. Guests may branch off here to hike Kiliney Hill at their leisure or to explore the nearby swimming spots or beach.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We highly recommend Finnegans Pub for lunch where you can taste some of Irelands freshest seafood. Price of lunch is not included
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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