Dublin Private Walking Tour: Highlights, History & Hidden Gems

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Molly Malone Statue

  The Molly Malone Statue, one of Dublin's legendary and iconic figures who is believed to have been a street trader in 18th century Dublin. Derived from the song of the same name, this is Dublin's unofficial anthem and has been sung down through the ages to this very day. Yes I will sing it if I'm asked :-)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Christ Church Cathedral

  Discover one of Dublin’s oldest and most iconic historic landmarks, founded in 1030 by the Viking, King of Dublin, Sitric Silkenbeard. steeped in history It stands proudly in the heart of Dublin city. Discover Richard de Clare, posthumously known as Strongbow, the Anglo-Norman leader who conquered Dublin with his Norman Army Learn about the stories, legends, and historic events that have unfolded around and within its walls. External Visit only

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Temple Bar

  We’ll visit Temple Bar, -not just a pub, we'll peek inside that too – but a quarter steeped in rich history, cobblestone streets, lane-ways & hidden gems, mighty music and those infamous pubs.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Ha'penny Bridge

  Stand on the Ha'penny Bridge and take in the views of Dublin over the River Liffey. Once the city's bustling trade route, the Liffey carried goods, gossip, and the rhythm of daily life. Traders' voices and the creak of wooden boats have given way to footsteps and laughter on the quays and Dublin’s most famous walkway that links the north and south side of the city.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Wall of Fame

  Visit Dublin's Wall of fame and discover some of Ireland's greatest, as we talk about some of our most successful Irish singers, musicians and bands, such as The Dubliners, Rory Gallagher, U2, Sinéad O'Connor, Bob Geldolf, Phil Lynott, The Cranberries, Christy Moore, The Chieftains.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  Step inside The Former Irish Parliament now Bank of Ireland, and once the seat of British regulation up until 1801. This magnificent building is one of Dublin's most spectacular pieces of Georgian Architecture, associated with so much of Dublin's and Irish history.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Grafton Street

  We will traverse Grafton street taking in Dublin’s most vibrant and busiest bustling shopping quarter, alive with street musicians, boutique shops & Georgian architecture, a beloved street full of stories and lane-ways leading to some of Dublin's most famous cafes, restaurants and pubs.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  St Stephens Green

  St Stephen’s Green is one of Dublin’s most famous and historic parks, offering a beautiful green space in the heart of the city. Beyond its beautiful gardens, tree-lined pathways, and Victorian features, the park holds an important place in Ireland’s history. The park also played a significant role during the 1916 Easter Rising, when it was occupied by Irish Volunteers under the command of Michael Mallin and Countess Markievicz.. As you admire the park’s tranquil surroundings, discover the many dramatic events that unfolded here and the people who shaped Ireland’s journey towards independence.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Edward Delaney's Famine Memorial

  An Gorta Mór - The Great Hunger is one of the most significant and tragic periods in Irish history. Visit Dublin's Famine Memorial located in the heart of the city. Discover the devastating history and aftermath that this period of Irish history had on its people and the island of Ireland.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Theobald Wolfe Tone Statue

  Learn about the events and people who fought for Irish independence from the 1798 Rebellion and the 1916 Easter Rising to the Irish Free State as we visit some of the key sites and locations throughout the tour.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Merrion Square

  We’ll visit one of Dublin’s most magnificent squares, uncovering the stories and scandals of the famous elite who once lived there. Stop outside Leinster House the seat of the Irish government (External Stop) From aristocrats and writers to revolutionaries, discover their lives of opulence and grandeur behind one of Dublin's most magnificent Georgian houses.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12

  Discover the life and legacy of Oscar Wilde, one of the world’s greatest literary geniuses, a celebrated gay icon, and an enduring figure in LGBTQ+ history. Visit one of the most photographed monuments in Dublin, Danny Osbourne's incredible sculpture dedicated to Oscar Wilde and his enduring legacy. Learn about his Dublin childhood, literary career and remarkable life.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13
  National Gallery of Ireland

  Visit Caravaggio's The Taking of Christ, which is a priceless painting, of the arrest of Jesus, by the Italian master Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. We’ll visit inside Dublin’s National Gallery of Ireland to see this magnificent masterpiece, one of the worlds greatest paintings, and more importantly hear the incredible story of how it began life in Rome in 1602, became lost to the art world for almost 200 years, only to be discovered in 1990 under the most incredible of circumstances. Discover the amazing twists and turns of fate that led to Caravaggio's Masterpiece ending up in an unlikely home here in Dublin.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14
  Trinity College Dublin

  Stroll inside the grounds of Dublin’s most prestigious & oldest college since 1592. Learn about the history, events and famous alumni who have graced this magnificent campus. This is an Internal visit of the grounds of Trinity College. It does not include The Book of Kells or the Old Library.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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