Walking Introduction to Dublin and Ireland

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Dublin, Ireland’s capital. From the medieval grandeur of Christ Church Cathedral, where the Viking ruins meet stunning Gothic architecture, to historic Dublin Castle, witness to the rise and fall of empire. Then onto Temple Bar, where culture and nightlife collide, and, finally, the tranquil and elegant squares of Georgian Dublin.

What's Included

Entrance fee
Gratuities
Christ Church Cathedral admission fee paid on site if doing an internal visit

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up the client(s) at their hotel.

OR
Meeting point

Meet just outside the entrance to Dublinia.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Audoen's Church

    We'll meet at Dublinia and walk over to St. Audoen's, Dublin’s oldest parish church dating back to 1180, and the major religious centre in medieval merchant life.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Christ Church Cathedral

    Walk over to Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin’s oldest cathedral, founded by King Sitric Silkenbeard in 1030, and restored by Dublin’s largest whiskey distiller in the 1870s. Architecturally the cathedral is a remarkable example of the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Dublin Castle

    Cross over to Dublin Castle, established by King John in the early 1200s. The castle remained the seat of English power in Ireland from then until the handover of power to the newly independent Irish state in 1922, following the War of Independence. We will visit Dubhlinn Gardens, the site of the original Viking settlement, and from where Dublin gets its name, as well as the internal courtyards.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Temple Bar

    Walk the cobbled stones of Temple Bar, an eclectic mixture of cultural and nightlife venues, exploring its vibrant and rich street art in its streets and alleys.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Bank of Ireland (Pass by)

    A masterpiece of Palladian architecture, it was, on its opening, the first purpose built bi-cameral parliament in the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Trinity College Dublin

    Established in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I it is Ireland’s oldest university, and home to the famous Book of Kells and the Long Room Library. As we cross the Front Square, we'll admire some remarkable examples of Georgian architecture.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Merrion Square

    Walk to Merrion Square, a fully intact Georgian Square dating from the 1760s and an example of 18th century urban planning. In the square’s park, we'll visit the statue of Oscar Wilde, the renowned 19th century playwright whose family home sits opposite at 1 Merrion Square.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Leinster House (Pass by)

    One of the great aristocratic Georgian Houses and currently home to the Irish parliament. Next door, we will see Government Buildings, a fine example of colonial architecture and one of the last government buildings erected under British rule.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    St Stephens Green

    We'll finish at the largest Georgian square in the city and explore some of its art installations and sculptures which commemorate aspects of Irish history (eg. Famine, 1798, 1916 Rebellion).

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

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
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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