Dublin Private Walking Tour

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Dublin beyond the usual tourist sights on a private, personalized walking tour led by local Irish guide David. With over 7 years of guiding experience and as a Fáilte Ireland trained, qualified and accredited National Tour Guide, David brings the history of Dublin to life through the stories of its people, places, culture and events.
This tour is tailored entirely to your pace, combining Dublin’s iconic landmarks with hidden gems and local insights guests may not discover on their own.

• Private & personalized — tour is exclusively for you and your group

• Local Irish guide — experience Dublin with someone who knows and loves the city.

• Stories beyond the guidebook — discover the people, characters, events and stories that shaped Dublin.

• Your tour, your pace — pause for photos, refreshments, coffee or restroom breaks whenever you choose.

• Real local recommendations — get David’s personal tips for traditional music, pubs, restaurants, cafés and other things to do.

What's Included

After the Tour receive a digital list for the best cafes, restaurants, pubs & Irish music venues.
A 3 hour Private Guided Walking Tour exclusive only to your group.
Recommendations for futher activities after the Tour and for the duraton of your stay in Dublin
Your Guide is a Fáilte Ireland, Trained, Qualified and Approved Licienced Professional Tour Guide
Food & Drink
Entrance to ticket/paid attractions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Molly Malone Statue

The meeting & starting point for our tour is at The Molly Malone Statue, one of Dublin's most famous icons derived from Dublin's unofficial anthem of the same name.

End point
College Green

The tour concludes at College Green, a historic three-sided plaza in the heart of Dublin. Surrounded by Trinity College, the former Irish Parliament House (now the Bank of Ireland), and elegant 19th-century buildings, it is one of the city’s most significant and impressive architectural landmarks.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Trinity College Dublin

    Stroll through 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. External Visit. Book of Kells & Old Library are not included

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Christ Church Cathedral

    One of Dublin’s oldest and most significant landmarks, Christ Church Cathedral has stood at the heart of the city for almost 1,000 years. With Viking origins, medieval architecture and fascinating legends connected to its past, it offers a unique glimpse into the many layers of Dublin’s history. External Visit, we do not enter inside the Cathedral., unless previously booked as an extension to the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Molly Malone Statue

    Welcome: I'm David, Irish & Local, and I look forward to providing you with an authentic, memorable and enjoyable tour experience here in Dublin. This Private Guided Walking Tour is exclusively for you/your family or group. We will meet and being the tour at 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.

    10 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

    Visit and discover one of Dublin's most significant medieval sites and the incredible history surrounding it. How Dublin was literally brought to a standstill over the most controversial building in the city and the impact it has had on Dublin's history and its people.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Temple Bar

    Dublin’s most famous cultural quarter, Temple Bar is known for its cobbled streets, colourful buildings, traditional pubs, galleries and lively atmosphere. Beyond its modern reputation, this historic area has a fascinating past, from medieval origins to its transformation into one of the city’s most vibrant quarters.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Monument to Oscar Wilde

    This striking memorial celebrates one of Ireland’s greatest literary figures, Oscar Wilde — a writer renowned for his wit, creativity and remarkable contribution to literature. The sculpture captures the complexity of his character and provides an opportunity to explore the fascinating life, works and legacy of one of Dublin’s most celebrated figures.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    One of Dublin’s most impressive historic buildings, the Old Parliament House was home to the Irish Parliament from 1731 until 1800. This remarkable landmark played a major role in shaping the history of Dublin and Ireland. Located at the heart of College Green, its impressive architecture reflects centuries of political influence and change.

    10 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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Merrion Square

    One of Dublin’s finest Georgian squares, Merrion Square is steeped in literary history, artistic achievement and fascinating tales from the past. Once home to some of Ireland’s most influential figures, its elegant streets hold stories of ambition, creativity, scandal and mystery waiting to be uncovered.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Grafton Street

    Dublin’s most prestigious, vibrant and busiest shopping quarters, Grafton Street is alive with 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
  • 12

    One of Dublin’s oldest streets, Fishamble Street has a fascinating history dating back to the medieval city. Once home to fish markets and traders, it later became an important centre for music and theatre, and one of Dublin's most controversial sites.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    St Stephens Green

    One of Dublin’s most beloved hidden public oasis, St Stephen’s Green is a beautiful Victorian park located in the heart of the city. Surrounded by historic buildings and connected to many important moments in Dublin’s history.

    15 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
Supplied by Dublin Walkabout Tours

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