Dublin's Winter Walks

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Dublin at its most magical.

As dusk falls and the city begins to sparkle, discover Dublin dressed in its festive best. Timed to coincide with the evening illuminations, we'll watch historic buildings come alive with spectacular light projections while wandering through streets filled with Christmas lights, music and festive cheer.

Along the way, discover beloved Irish Christmas traditions—from the excitement of the Late Late Toy Show to the bustling atmosphere of Moore Street's famous Christmas market. Admire the beautifully decorated department store windows, hear stories of Christmases past, and experience the warmth of Dublin during its most enchanting season.

The evening concludes with a cosy cheese and wine reception, accompanied by a traditional Irish mince pie in one of our favourite independent cafés—the perfect ending to a winter's evening in Dublin.

What's Included

An Irish Cheese selection, with crackers, olives and grapes.
A Glass of Wine.
Traditional Christmas Mince Pies.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your cosy winter wander starts at the very heart of the most famous street in Ireland. At The Spire, your guide will be waiting for you. Wearing a Santa hat and with an umbrella.

End point

Your tour ends with a festive reception. At this Irish family ran cafe, we shall enjoy a glass of wine, Traditional mince pies and a Irish Cheese selection.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    O'Connell Street

    Welcome to Dublin Winter Walks! Tonight we’ll step into the festive spirit of Dublin — twinkling lights, seasonal traditions, and a warm treat to finish.

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Henry Street

    For Dubliners, Henry Street is where Christmas really begins

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ha'penny Bridge

    Many couples cross here at Christmas for a first kiss under the lights — it’s Dublin’s own mistletoe moment

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Temple Bar

    Fun Fact: Guinness used to gift every employee a Christmas turkey up until the 1980s.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Grafton Street (Pass by)

    Buskers (street performers) make Grafton magical at Christmas. Picture Bono or Glen Hansard singing here on Christmas Eve. Festive Note: In Ireland, it’s common to visit the pub with friends on Christmas Eve (the famous “12 Pubs of Christmas” pub crawl tradition).

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    From the candle in the window, to the music in the streets, to the lights above us — Dublin at Christmas is about warmth, welcome, and sharing. Thank you for joining me tonight, and Nollaig Shona Duit — Happy Christmas!

    30 minutes Admission ticket 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
Supplied by The Retro Routes Experience Dublin
Show 1 more

Tags

Wine Tastings
Christmas
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Wine Tours
Seasonal
Food & Drink
New Product

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}