Dublin Private Walking Tour | Highlights & Hidden Gems

5.0
(24 reviews)
Dublin, Ireland

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Our Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour is one of the best ways to discover the city. With a local private guide, journey through cobblestone streets, vibrant neighborhoods, and unique quarters, uncovering Dublin’s rich history, iconic landmarks, and hidden secrets.

• Personalized Experience: A private tour just for you (family/group) enjoyed at your own pace.

• Option to 100% customize this tour to your own personal preferences.

• Flexible Meeting: Meet from your Hotel Lobby or a city center location.

• Insider Tips: Recommendations for the best local eateries, restaurants, and traditional pubs & music venues.

• Your Pace, Your Way: Opportunities to stop for photos and refreshments.

What's Included

Additional informational support for the duration of your stay in Dublin & Ireland
After the Tour receive a digital list for the best cafes, restaurants, pubs & Irish music venues.
A 3-hour private guided walking tour led by a qualified, licensed, experienced professional guide.
Opportunities to pause for photos / refreshments / restroom breaks
Local tips & tricks
Private Guided Walking Tour exclusive only to your group.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Molly Malone Statue

End point
College Green

College Green is a three-sided plaza in the center of Dublin, directly in front of Trinity College adjacent to the historic old Parliament Building now the Bank of Ireland building.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    TOUR ITINERARY: This tour can be customized to your personal preferences and interests. If you have specific requests, must sees or add on attraction visits, please confirm via the messenger option in advance of your tour. We look forward to providing you with an enjoyable and memorable experience here in Dublin.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Grafton Street

    Grafton Street is Dublin's premier shopping destination, bustling with vibrant street performances, eclectic shops, and charming cafés. This lively pedestrian thoroughfare offers a unique blend of culture, commerce, and quintessential Irish charm, making it a must-visit for travelers.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Theobald Wolfe Tone Statue

    Theobald Wolfe Tone, an influential figure in the founding of the Society of United Irishmen, that eventually led to one of Ireland's longest Rebellions. This larger than life statue reflects a part of Ireland's history in its quest towards independence.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Leinster House

    Leinster House is the seat of the Oireachtas, which maintains both houses of the Irish government. Showcasing stunning Georgian architecture, this historic building, once the residence of the famous Fitzgerald family was initially built as a ducal palace in 1745.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Molly Malone Statue

    Derived from Dublin’s unofficial singing anthem. Molly Malone is a character revered by both Dubliners' and Irish alike. Since the statues physical appearance in the city it has become the most visited and photographed statue in all of Dublin.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Merrion Square

    Merrion Square is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in Dublin City, laid out in the 1800s; it features elegant houses that maintain a rich heritage, telling stories of the illustrious past of its many famous residents.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Fusilier's Arch, a stunning gateway to St. Stephen's Green park, with its elegant design. Visitors can immerse themselves in Dublin's rich history as they stroll through this iconic monument, blending the past with the beauty of one of Dublin’s magnificent parks.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Dublin Castle

    Dublin Castle is a historic symbol of the city’s legacy, reflecting centuries of turbulent history and transformation. Built in the early 1200's, the Castle served as the seat of British rule in Ireland until 1922. Witness to countless significant events, from medieval to modern, including imprisonment, religious torture, martyrdom, theft, banquets, state occasions, and political turmoil. The many tales and stories of intrigue, rebellion, and royal ceremony echo through the stone walls and grounds of Dublin Castle. This is an external visit of the Castle and the Grounds. Entry to the museum is not included.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Trinity College Dublin

    Walk through the magnificent grounds of Trinity College, founded in the late 1500s and recognized today for its prestigious education and academic research. It is Ireland's oldest university. Renowned as one of the most beautiful campuses in the world. Trinity boasts stunning architecture along with an incredibly rich history and heritage. This is an eternal visit of the grounds only. Entrance to the old Library & Book of Kells is not included.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Monument to Oscar Wilde

    Along with Molly Malone, The Oscar Wilde Monument is one of the most visited statues in Dublin City. A vibrant and colorful tribute to one of Ireland's greatest writers. This tribute to Wilde captures his flamboyant personality and literary legacy, adorned with poetic inscriptions that reflect his wit and insight into life and society.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Edward Delaney's Famine Memorial is a striking freestanding sculpture commemorating the victims of the Great Irish Famine. One of Ireland's greatest tragedies, it is a pivotal event in Irish history that contributed to the current estimated diaspora of over 80 million around the world today.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Temple Bar

    Temple Bar is a vibrant cultural quarter in Dublin, known for its lively atmosphere and rich history. Covering over 28 acres of ancient cobblestone streets, lane-ways, and alleys, Temple Bar has become a hub for arts, entertainment, and nightlife, attracting both locals and tourists. Known for its bustling social scene, Temple Bar is built upon layers of ancient history, including its origins as a market area filled with taverns and houses of ill repute. It is steeped in ancient and modern history.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13

    The old Parliament Building on College Green is an architectural masterpiece initially built in the early 1700's. Steeped in incredible history,it stands as a significant Dublin and Irish landmark showcasing stunning architecture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Christ Church Cathedral

    Christ Church Cathedral is a living monument to Dublin’s ancient medieval past. The original church that once stood on this site was constructed in 1030 by the then Viking, king of Dublin Sitric Silkenbeard. Steeped in history, mystery, macabre, and more. The church is part of Dublin's ancient Viking and Norman history. This is an external visit of the Church and grounds.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 15

    Fishamble Street, is Dublin's oldest street and has a rich history dating back to the 1300's when it served as the city's official fish market. Known for its medieval roots, it has also the site of the first performance of one of the Worlds most famous Operas reflecting its cultural significance alongside notable residents such as the poet James Clarence Mangan and the statesman Henry Grattan.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Ha'penny Bridge

    The Ha'penny Bridge is Dublin's most photographed and beloved footbridges, spanning the River Liffey since the early 1800's. It was originally known as Wellington Bridge. The oldest footbridge in Dublin, it stands as a cherished historical landmark testament to the many stories and adventures that have unfolded above and below its famous arch.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Walking Tours
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