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15 Best Dublin Walking Tours

The Dublin walks ranked: Georgian squares, the 1916 Rising told at its addresses and hidden-gem routes guides argue over. The storytellers here are a competitive class.

1.Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

Explore Dublin’s top sights and hidden corners on a 2-hour guided walking tour, led by passionate locals sharing stories, history, and insider tips for $27.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Dan's tour was interesting & informative. We found Dan extremely knowledgeable and good at imparting that knowledge. When you go to a different country I find these tours give you great insight that you don't get unless you have someone like Dan to show you…”

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2.1916 Rebellion Walking Tour

Explore Dublin’s pivotal 1916 Rising with an engaging walking tour led by knowledgeable guides. Visit key sites, learn history, and enjoy authentic Irish storytelling for a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“This was a really interesting and informative walking tour . I learned a lot about history and being able to see the bullet holes still in the statues and pillars was a chilling experience. I left with more knowledge and more curiosity than I came…”

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3.90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips

Discover Dublin's highlights in just 90 minutes with a lively guided walk, visiting iconic sites like Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and Christ Church Cathedral.

★ 5.0

“It was in the downtown - close to my AirBnB - so it was a great way to see the neighbourhood. Our tour guide was very enthusiastic and we learned stuff you won't get from a pamphlet. A nice walk after a long flight in.”

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4.2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

Discover Dublin's history with a lively 2-hour guided walking tour led by knowledgeable postgraduates. Visit iconic sites for an authentic, budget-friendly experience.

★ 5.0

“Jody was a fantastic and engaging storyteller. As a graduate student of history, he offered a comprehensive yet cohesive review of thousands of years of Irish history, from the Celtic settlers to modern day Brexit. He wove otherwise disparate information into a fascinating story of…”

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5.Dublin Traditional Irish 3 Course Meal Walking Tour with Local

Experience authentic Irish cuisine on this Dublin walking tour, exploring pubs, historic sites, and tasting traditional dishes with a local guide.

★ 5.0

“Highly recommend the 3 course Traditional Irish tasting tour. Highlight was learning to correctly mix a "proper" Irish coffee. Guide was knowledgeable and quite entertaining.”

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6.Dublin Private Walking Tour

Discover Dublin's highlights with a private 3-hour walking tour led by expert guides. Enjoy personalized insights, top landmarks, and local tips for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Great way to get an introduction to Dublin. This was our 1st visit, but hopefully not our last. Pasquale balance of great sense of humor and extensive knowledge of history and current events/ pop culture was perfect for us. The pace of the tour had…”

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7.Dublin City Center Walking Tour

Discover Dublin’s charm on this engaging 3-hour walking tour with a passionate guide, exploring key sights, local stories, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“I did this tour with Alvaro this morning. I was glad he got to be my guide because it was clear how much he knew about the place and his passion to teach about it. I would definitely recommend it and I’ll probably do another…”

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8.Haunted Dublin Walking Tour

Discover Dublin’s spooky side on this 2-hour haunted walking tour, exploring historic sites, ghost stories, and eerie legends with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Had Ciaràn as our guide today, he was absolutely fantastic. Trully a wonderfull storyteller with a great sense of humour. He told us everything from interesting spooky and gory facts about history to a few more practical tips and tricks. I also greatly appreciated his…”

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9.Private (Nearly!) All of Dublin in 5 hours (Walking Tour)

Discover Dublin’s top sights in five hours on this private, customizable walking tour led by knowledgeable guides. Perfect for time-starved travelers seeking authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“We spent a very pleasant rainy day with Eamon. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Slightly disappointed that we did not see all of the things that had been advertised as part of the tour, but rather we spent an extra long time at Saint…”

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10.Dublin Traditional Irish Music Walking Tour with Live Performance

Experience Dublin’s charm through traditional Irish music, historic landmarks, and engaging storytelling on this 2-hour walking tour led by talented local guides.

★ 5.0

“My first visit to Dublin and I wanted to experience something different and Shaun and his mandolin was a unique experience. He was very friendly and knowledgeable, I really enjoyed his musical choice even the impromptu “cockles and mussels” he was asked to play and…”

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11.Trinity Trails: Guided Walking Tour of Trinity College

Discover Dublin’s Trinity College on a guided walking tour for an authentic, insightful experience. Learn about history, architecture, and campus stories for just $18.58.

★ 4.5

“Great overview of the college’s history. The guide was very thorough and knowledgeable. It would have been nice to be able to enter more of the buildings.”

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12.Hidden Dublin: Haunted History Walking Tour

Explore Dublin’s haunted side with this 1.5-hour guided walking tour. Discover eerie stories, historic pubs, and haunted districts for a spooky evening experience.

★ 4.5

“Walk was very short, the explanation was to many times on very busy roads, so we couldn’t hear the guide al the time.”

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13.Walking Tour of Dublins Viking/Medieval Quarter with a Viking

Discover Dublin's Viking and medieval past on an engaging walking tour with costumed guides, fun hands-on activities, and captivating stories for history lovers.

★ 5.0

“Bran was wonderful. He was so passionate and knowledgeable about the Viking history of Dublin. We recommend this tour as a Must DO while in Dublin”

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14.Dublin Private Walking Tour with a local: Highlights & Gems

Discover Dublin through a fully customizable private walking tour led by passionate locals, exploring iconic sights and hidden gems at your pace.

★ 5.0

“We had a great tour with José in the sunshine. It was fantastic! Would definitely recommend to visitors looking to understand the history of Dublin.”

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15.Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

Discover Dublin’s highlights and historical sights with a private guide. Tailor your 3-hour tour to your interests for an authentic, flexible experience.

★ 5.0

“Keelan was an incredible tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable of the area, pointed out a lot of hidden treasures and told history we would have missed completely had we walked around on our own. We saw so much in just 3 hours and got great recommendations…”

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