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3-Hour Private Walking Tour: Dublin Highlights

Dublin

3 hours

In this 3-hour walking tour, I'll take you to see the best part in Dublin, including the Book of Kells, Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and a lovely stop at Molly Malone Statue to finish our tour.

The Making of Modern Ireland Walking Tour

Dublin

3 hours

Join me as we explore the making of modern Ireland through key sites in Dublin city centre. I have been doing tours of Dublin since 2015, and hold a Masters and PhD in Public History from Trinity College, Dublin. This tour connects history and the present day, starting with the most infamous event in Ireland's history - the Great Famine - and explores the key events that shape our modern nation. Tours can be booked for weekends or midweek and can be scheduled at any time to suit your group.

Gothic Dublin Ghost Tour

Dublin

1 hour 30 min

A ghost tour spectacular by night through the glowing illuminated streets of Dublin, filled with storytelling and beautiful architecture, you'll be chilled and terrified by the dark history and the Ghosts and Vampires of Dublin!

FROM$30/ per person

Anthony K.

1 Day Private Tour-Wicklow Walking Tour

Wicklow

9 hours

The tour will give you an insight into life for St. Kevin and his followers while walking around the Monastic City where you will discover the Holy Well, High Cross and the Deer Stone.

FROM$30/ per person

Mary B.

Historical Walking Tour

Dublin

2 hours

Walk with Anthony as he takes you on a quirky walking tour through Dublin's fair city. Home to famous writers like the notorious Oscar Wilde and James Joyce. Anthony's guided tour takes you through the sweeping history of Dublin from its foundation by Viking Norsemen through the conquest by the Norman's and its development under English rule. Through plagues, revolutions, through opulence and despair, filled with high romance and treason, dark murders and gang wars.

FROM$30/ per person

Anthony K.

Dublin - From Strongbow to the Georgians.

Dublin

3 hours

Dublin began life a a tiny riverside settlement. As the centuries passed it was colonised by the Vikings, the Normans and finally, the English. By the time of the Georgian era the population had risen to one hundred thousand people, who lived mostly between the boundaries of the Royal and Grand canals. The story of what happened in the centuries between the Norman invasion in 1167 and the end of the Georgian era in 1804 sets the scene for how Dublin became what it is today.

FROM$200/ per group

Brendan K.

Revolutionary Dublin - 1916 to 1923.

Dublin

3 hours

Discover the part played by Dublin in Ireland's long struggle to establish an independent republic. The bloody struggle ended in the Irish Republic with the signing of the 'treaty' with the British in 1921, at the end of a particularly bloody and brutal guerilla war against the forces of the British crown. There was further bloodshed in the civil war that followed the signing of the 'treaty' but peace was established in 1923. Discover what happened on this 3 hour tour.

FROM$200/ per group

Brendan K.

Dublin Landmarks Walking Tour

Dublin

3 hours

Dublin Landmarks Walking Tour is a three hour walking tour taking in all the great buildings of Dublin City including Dublin Castle, Dubh Linn Gardens, St Patrick's Cathedral, Christchurch Cathedral, Fishamble Street, the River Liffey and Temple Bar. The tour will start at the Molly Malone Statue and Finish at O'Connell Bridge.

FROM$200/ per group

Dave K.

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Dublin E-Bike Tour with Panoramic Views of Howth

Dublin

3 hours

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Coastal Dublin on a 3-hour guided e-bike tour. Cycle to unrivalled views away from the crowds surrounded by nature and beauty. Your tour guide's local insight will bring these classic locations to life, weaving history, nature, legends, and folktales with modern times. Travelling on grass and loose gravel paths on and off-road with the assistance of e-bike power. Stop for commentary, questions, and photo ops of famous landmarks along the way.

FROM$0/ per group

Shane O.

The best of Dublin, in a day, on foot!

Dublin

6 hours

This is a walking tour, and aims to showcase some of the wonderful historic sights in our capital city. Dublin is a beautiful city, with it's Georgian terraces and squares being particularly special. As a private tour, this can be curated to reflect your interests and fitness levels.

FROM$0/ per group

Dairine N.

Howth Coastal Walking Tour

Dublin

3 hours

Discover the award-winning Howth tour, showcasing the best panoramic views on Ireland's East Coast. Immerse yourself in the rich atmosphere and flavours of this historic Dublin village. Our local guides share unique insights as you explore the charming harbour and picturesque coastal village. Walk the Howth cliff paths, reliving history with stunning sights, sounds, and aromas. After the fresh salty air, savour Howth's renowned hospitality in the many seafood restaurants and bars.

FROM$0/ per group

Shane O.

Howth Coastal Boat Tour

Dublin

1 hour

The Howth Coastal Boat Tour gets you up close and personal with small groups to the amazing wildlife, panoramic views and marine habitats of Ireland's East coast. Get back to nature on our Howth cliff cruise along the waterline of Howth Cliffs and Ireland's Eye, home to a large local seal colony, wild seabirds such as gannets, guillemots, cormorants, kittiwakes, puffins and seagulls. See the large colony of seals around the island and in the water around the harbour.

FROM$0/ per group

Shane O.

Dublin - From The Vikings to Silicon Docks.

Dublin

3 hours

On this tour, I'll take you through the streets of Ireland's capital city and tell you the story of how it evolved from a small Viking settlement to become one of the world centres of the digital revolution. Did you know that Ireland's history can be reflected in three paintings I have chosen from the collection in our National Art Gallery? Admission to the gallery is free so please allow me to take you through the paintings, their history and their hidden meanings.

FROM$200/ per group

Brendan K.

Dublin Highlights with Liam

Dublin

4 hours

You will love the Dublin Highlights tour with Liam. Liam is so entertaining and informative. He is an amazing storyteller with an unbelievable knowledge of Dublin and it’s history and culture. He will show you all the best places for shopping and to eat and drink and of course to have the Irish craic. Liam is simply bursting with energy and Irish wit and charm. You will love your time in Dublin with Liam.

FROM$250/ per group

Liam R.

Co Wicklow Full Day Tour by car

Dublin

7 hours

This full day tour takes in some of the beautiful sites and scenery of County Wicklow known as " The garden of Ireland" Highlights include Powerscourt House and Gardens and the ancient monastic site of Glendalough dating back to the 6th century AD.

FROM$675/ per group

Conor H.

Wicklow Half Day Tour (Glendalough) by car

Dublin

5 hours

This half day 5 hour tour will take you into the heart of Co. Wicklow also known as "The Garden County" or "The Garden of Ireland" which is located just south of Dublin city. Experience the tranquillity and natural beauty of the monastic site at Glendalough which is set in a deep glacial valley in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains.

FROM$480/ per group

Conor H.

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Brendan K.

Ireland

Hi there. I'm Brendan. I am a native Dubliner. I was born here many years ago and spent all my life living and working all over the city. I love food, music, sport, history, politics and of course, the odd pint of Guinness. I retired in 2019 after a 40 year career in the technology industry, working for some of the biggest global names in the business. Because of my passion for all things historical my dream had always been to become a tour guide and I qualified as a official guide in August 2020. I have been taking my guests on journeys around the city since then. I love the idea that when someone tours with me they learn in a fun way about the very long history of Ireland and its people. They also see lots of places and things which I hope I bring to life for them as we stop for a while and discover the many stories to be told about this ancient city. With me you will learn about how Dublin has changed from the time of the Vikings to the time of Google. There are lots of funny stories to be told about that long period of time – I can assure you of that. So – if you are visiting Dublin please consider me as your guide. I am sure that if you choose me we will have some fun and interesting hours together as we walk the streets once used by the Vikings and the Normans and now the home of modern day Irish folk.

Liam R.

Ireland

Hi, my name is Liam. I am an experienced Irish storyteller in Dublin. I have a huge knowledge of the history of Dublin and Ireland. I am well known as an entertaining and personable companion. My speciality is my Dublin Highlights tour.

Fiona D.

Ireland

I am a professional singer and qualified tour guide offering a unique and fun interactive experience, taking in six historic locations and famous songs connected to them. Twenty years professional singer, amateur dramatics and a radio host. I am passionate about Irish history and travel and of course sharing my musical talent. I love meeting new guests from all over the world who visit my wonderful city and share with them my local stories, songs, recommendations and most important having fun, so I would love to work with you and your guests to experience my Dublin.

Conor H.

Ireland

I have being providing private driver guiding services around the Dublin area and surrounding counties since 2017 . I use a Mercedes E Class as transportation so my private group is 1-3 pax .

Darran K.

Ireland

Showcasing Ireland is a passion for me and I have enjoyed showing many visitors the best of Ireland along with its hidden gems. Now based in my home county, Wicklow, I am happy tailoring tours. Working with local suppliers I can tailor to active, mountain biking, adventure, golf, food and drink experiences. I am a qualified Mountain Leader and have worked with groups in the outdoor adventure sector over a decade. Tours can range from one to five full days with transport.

Cathy W.

Ireland

Cead Mile Failte - One Hundred Thousand Welcomes :) Hi ladies and gents abroad and a warm welcome to my profile page here. My name is Cathy and I am an Irish born and bred tour guide based in our beautiful capital city, Dublin. I have been in the travel industry for over 20 years now and have worked as both a world wide travel manager for a large American company and also as a host and tour guide across Ireland and Europe for the past 8 years. Having worked and travelled quite extensively in the past, I have had the great pleasure of meeting a number of different nationalities and experienced their cultures It has been a great experience for me to work with so many different types of people from young children to the more mature folks enjoying their retirement years Nowadays however, my greatest joy is to show off my own beautiful city and country to all of you from around the world I am always delighted to meet and engage with new people and show them the very best of this lovely little country and help them make memories that will last a life time I am a very friendly and fun but sincere person and I aim to give my guests interesting but fun tours during their time in the city or country I am always open to reworking tours and tweaking or designing new tours to satisfy what any particular individual or group is interested in too and this has made me a popular guide here in Ireland I am like most Irish people in that I do not over brag about myself but I can say with honesty that I am a genuinely professional guide who wants nothing but my groups to home happy and fully satisfied that they have been shown a good time and had lots of fun with me during their time in Ireland If you want to get in touch with me to arrange or book a tour or discuss and preferences or things you would like to do here that are specific, please feel free to message me and I will get back to you promptly Bye for now - my friends to come :) Cathy

Janet C.

Ireland

I have been working as a cycling and walking tour guide in the Burren in County Clare for more than 20 years. My tours are immersive experiences, where we explore everything the location has to offer: history, archaeology, geology, folklore, flora and fauna. I am fully certified in First Aid, and have public liability insurance to cover cycling and walking tours. I am also a golfer, and a member of Lahinch Golf Club, so can advise on the best courses to play while you are in Ireland.

Dairine N.

Ireland

I have been guiding since 2010 and have my own limousine. I offer walking tours, driving tours, specialist tours and front of coach tours. I am also a Nordic Walking instructor and offer hikes as part of my tours if required.

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Shane O.

Ireland

My name is Shane, and I work with a special team of guides, all family and friends offering private group experiences. We curate bespoke highly personalised adventures connecting the stories, land, sea and sky of the beautiful Howth peninsula in Dublin. All our guides are locals who grew up in Howth and bring their unique insights to each tour. With us, you’ll do more than just see this beautiful part of Dublin - you’ll truly live and feel it. Local leaders are more than just guides; they are storytellers and ambassadors of our rich heritage. We are committed to sustainable adventure and eco-tourism, ensuring that we preserve the coastal beauty and wilderness of Howth and it is our mission to leave lighter footprints, taking care of and respecting the environment for future generations to enjoy. Our team of leaders are sure to make sure you have your best Irish experience in Howth.

Dave K.

Ireland

I have been guiding in Dublin for the last 4 years, I own and operate a walking tour business here in Dublin, my passion is history and culture and showcasing Dublin's great landmarks and buildings, I am a people person with the gift of the gab and I love what I do. I would very much look forward to meeting with you.

Mary O.

Ireland

Hello, and welcome to my tours page. I have been a licensed tour guide since the eighties, initially working as a tour director on coaches for Ireland's largest incoming tour operator. I started my private luxury car tours after two decades as a tour director. I love sharing the passion and knowledge I have accumulated with visitors today. I travelled a lot in my youth and lived in France for 12 years, where I worked initially for American Airlines and later as a city tour guide. I am bilingual in French. I also spent two years in Italy, both in Rome and Sorrento. I no longer speak Italian, but I can understand it and absolutely love listening to it. I like to read, walk my dogs, and play bridge in my spare time. I operate all the classic tours but can customise each to your interests. I am a recent graduate in genealogy from University College Cork, so I can put you in the right direction as to where to find the necessary records if you're researching your Irish ancestry. If you already know where they come from, I can tailor a tour around that for you. Don't hesitate to contact me and let me know what you want. Thanks for reading. Mary

Derek S.

Ireland

I've been working as a professional tour guide since 2012. I have a degree in Hons. Heritage Studies and an accredited Failte Ireland tour guide working in the West of Ireland and along the Wild Atlantic Way. Please see my website www.wildaboutireland.ie for more details. I offer touts to the Galway City, Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way and the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren UNESCO Geo Park. I also offer self guided and guided bicycle tours of Galway City and Connemara National Park. My personal interests are in archaeology, anthropology, natural history, folklore and folklife. My tours have a mixture of these topics as they cut to the core of Gaelic Culture. I have studied the medieval period in Ireland extensively as this informs much of the built architecture in Galway City and the West of Ireland.

Anthony K.

Ireland

Anthony Kelly is a native Irish tour guide, from Dublin. Anthony delivers walking tours in Dublin, Kilkenny, Galway and along the Giants Causeway . Anthony is an experienced day tour guide on coaches to Glendalough, the Cliffs of Moher and Game of Thrones locations in Antrim. A storyteller who loves the Irish verbal tradition of storytelling, his tours have a mix of politics, geography, history, myths and legend and ghost stories. Anthony is creative, he enjoys landscape photography, nature and has won prizes for short story writing. He likes drawing little sketches to go with his stories and novel.

Ann T.

Ireland

Hi ! My name is Ann and I am very proud to say that my hometown is Dublin. Like most of the Irish I have what we call the gift of the gab .. I love to chat with people and that combined with the experience of cooking a meal together and meeting other visitors from all over the world makes this a different type of evening ! It's not fancy complicated food, I use the best of Irish ingredients and traditional recipes and you will take home my little recipe book so you can recreate the meal for your friends and family ! As well as years experience in the Irish hospitality and catering I am also a qualified tour guide so I am always happy to advise you on where to go and what to do while you are in Ireland. It would be really great to meet you and welcome you to my home for a unique Irish experience.

Caitlin W.

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Ireland

I am a historian and postdoctoral researcher based in Dublin city offering tours of the city focusing on the modern period - approximately the last 250 years. I completed my PhD in Public History at Trinity College, Dublin, where I studied how history was used to create different identities in the two Irish states after partition. I chose to study public history because I am really passionate about connecting the public with the history all around us and engaging them with it in their everyday life. I have over 7 years of experience working within the tourism industry, many of those were spent devising new tour scripts and completely overhauling the backstage tours at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin (Ireland's national theatre), where I worked for over 4 years. At the Abbey I was fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to develop a whole new revenue stream for the company based around boutique experiences at the theatre ranging from VIP nights, meet & greets, and historical talks. There I developed crucial skills in communicating and engaging a range of different groups and demographics, from intimate tours for the former UN Ambassador Samantha Power and an tÚachtarán Michael D. Higgins to larger tours for groups of active retirees with varying levels of accessibility. Since leaving the Abbey I have worked as a local tour leader for Peter Sommers Travel, a guide for the National Museum of Ireland and the 1916 Walking Tour, and Glasnevin Cemetery, and as a freelance tour guide. I have curated bespoke experiences for guests visiting Dublin such as a walking tour of the city designed with their interests in mind. I have worked with a variety of tour operators to ensure that their important guests had an enjoyable and educational experience. I would love an opportunity to work with your company and some of the guests you have visiting Ireland.

Mary B.

Ireland

I was born and raised in Wicklow a mile from glendalough and have in-depth knowledge of the area, that I’m passionate about and so as I’m now a qualified tour guide And good story teller I’d like to share my personal and professional experience of glendalough dating back to 6th century, in this beautiful monastic city.

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Private Tour of Dingle and Slea Head Drive

Killarney

8 hours

Comprehensive tour of the Dingle Peninsula, considered by some to be the most beautiful place on earth! Sandy beaches and green rolling landscapes with many ancient archeological ruins.

FROM$650/ per group

Mary O.

The best of Wicklow, with a local, by limousine. A full day out!

Dublin

8 hours

This is a driven day tour of the 'Garden of Ireland' as County Wicklow is known. We will visit Powerscourt Gardens, Wicklow National Park and Glendalough. A hike could be included in the day if requested - or a sheep dog demo. (admissions/demos are extra). I am the eighth generation of an upland farm, with sheep and cattle, so know the area very well, and am proud to show it to guests.

FROM$0/ per group

Dairine N.

Ring of Kerry, Valentia Island and Skellig Ring Tour

Killarney

8 hours

Comprehensive tour of the Ring of Kerry, including a visit to Valentia Island and the Skellig Ring, from where we can view the Skellig Islands where 'Star Wars' was filmed.

FROM$650/ per group

Mary O.

Private Tour of the Beara Peninsula

Killarney

8 hours

It is one of the less travelled roads, but the Beara Peninsula has the most magnificent scenery. A mixture of coastal, mountainous, and the lakes in the Killarney National Park make for a great day sightseeing.

FROM$650/ per group

Mary O.

The Cliffs of Moher and the Burren National Park Private Day Tour

Galway

8 hours 30 min

The Cliffs of Moher are a breathtaking natural wonder that offer stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding coastline. The northwest region of County Clare has a unique landscape, unlike any other place in Ireland, it makes for the most scenic drive in Ireland. This private tour a perfect day excursion for nature lovers, birdwatchers and walkers. Expect stunning views; history; visits to archaeology sites and natural wonders; folklore and plenty of stories of people and places.

FROM$190/ per group

Derek S.

Private Tour of Killarney National Park

Killarney

8 hours

Drive through the incredible scenery of the Gap of Dunloe and visit the various attractions in the National Park. Travel off-the-beaten-path roads by car and enjoy getting your steps in whilst making your way on foot to the abbey. Flexible to suit your needs.

FROM$600/ per group

Mary O.

Kylemore Abbey, Connemara and Sheep Farm Private Day Tour

Galway

8 hours

Connemara is an unique Gaelic speaking region of Ireland that preserves ancient elements of Irish culture. The landscape is rugged, dominated by beautiful lakes, bogs and mountains. A landscape that Oscar Wilde was described as a "savage beauty". Expect stunning vistas of both land and sea on this full day private tour. Highlights include a sheep farm visit with working dogs, the Gaelic Irish tower house of Aughnanure Castle; and a visit to the Gothic Mansion at Kylemore Abbey.

FROM$0/ per group

Derek S.

Reviews

Emma D.

5 / 5

Sep 7, 2023

“ Highlight of our Dublin visit ”

Caitlin was a great guide. Responsive to inquiries before our tour, really personable, and beyond knowledgable. I highly recommend her.

Caitlin W.

Thank you Emma! It was a pleasure to bring you and your family around the city and I hope your parents enjoy their stay!

Dean N.

4 / 5

Sep 5, 2023

“ Good tour of Cork & surrounding ”

Tadhg was very knowledgeable and personable. Took us to some spots not on the general tour routes that were excellent. Highly recommended.

Tadhg O.

Thank you Dean, It was wonderful to have you if only for a short excursion!

Carmen S.

4 / 5

Aug 30, 2023

“ Great time with Kyoko ”

Thanks Kyoko for your flexibility and customizing the tour to our needs. We had fun and learned a lot of history behind key landmarks. We definitely recommend the tour with Kyoko.

Kyoko D.

Thanks very much Carmen. I'm glad you liked Dublin and my walking tour. I hope you and your family had a great time in the west of Ireland. Kyoko

Jack K.

5 / 5

Oct 7, 2022

“ Walking History Tour of Dublin ”

Mary was terrific in every respect. Her knowledge, excitement and energy made our tour excellent. She communicates extremely well and has a real passion for history. I can recommend her without any hesitation!

Mary D.

Many thanks Jack for your review, hope you had a lovely trip.

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