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  • Writer's pictureJacqlyne Mba-Jonas
    • Sep 11, 2022
    • 8 min read

Dublin Itinerary - Tours and Activities

Updated: Mar 9

Home to Dublin Castle and the capital city of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin is a city filled with history and amazing landscape. It is also home to the the world famous Guinness Stout and Jameson Whiskey. Take a look below at the tons of things to do while visiting Dublin. If multiple attractions catch your eye, check out the Dublin Pass for addition savings.


Disclaimer

Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.


Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

City Highlights Walking Tour

There’s no better way to see the Irish capital than on foot. Journey through all the highlights including Trinity College, Christ Church Cathedral, and other locations.


Duration

2 - 3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 11:30am and 3:30pm

Price

$18 per person

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Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour

Enter the Old Library at Trinity College Dublin to see the illuminated manuscript of the Book of Kells. Learn about its dense symbolism and rich ornamentation. Then, explore the grounds and gardens of Dublin Castle, former seat of British rule in Ireland.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9am and 3pm

Price

$60 per person

Alternative


St Patrick's Cathedral

As the largest cathedral and one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Ireland, Saint Patrick’s has been at the heart of Dublin and Ireland’s history and culture for over 800 years. Visit the cathedral and learn about its history.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 9:30am - 4:30pm

Price

$8 per person

Alternative

Game of Thrones Studio Tour

Step behind the scenes of The Seven Kingdoms at the official Game of Thrones Studio Tour. Benefit from optional transfers from Belfast or Dublin and prepare to experience the world of Game of Thrones like never before.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10am - 2pm

Price

$46 per person

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The Dark Side of Dublin

Explore the dark side of Dublin on a 2.5-hour walking tour and hear spooky tales of whisperings from ancient tombs. Listen to stories about the devil worshippers of the Hellfire Club, and the friendly ghost who visits the Olympia Theatre.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Thursday - Sunday at 5pm

Price

$14 per person

Alternative


Little Museum of Dublin

Experience history coming to life in the Little Museum of Dublin. Learn about the history of Ireland's capital city, with a combination of a self-guided and guided tour through the various exhibitions.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday at 11am and 4pm

Price

$10 per person

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Guinness Storehouse

More than a million people a year visit the home of Guinness, and most agree that it’s a high point of a trip to Dublin. Take a self-guided tour of the Guinness Storehouse, learn all about world-famous Guinness Stout, and enjoy a complimentary pint.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10am - 4pm

Price

$30 per person

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Drinks on Foot

This excellent tasting tour leads you away from the tourist trail to some places only the locals know. You’ll travel through time sampling traditional Irish drinks along the way, all while enjoying a range of quintessentially Dublin pubs. You will learn all there is to know behind Irish ale, cider, whiskey and stout in the heart of Dublin’s fair city, quenching your thirst in four authentic locations. Please note: on this tour, you pay for your individual drinks. Customers average a total spend of around €25.


Duration

3 hours

Availability

Fridays and Saturdays at 4pm

Price

$20 per person

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Food Tasting Trail

Experience the culture and cuisine of Ireland's capital on this 2.5-hour gastronomical journey. Discover the best of Irish produce as you stroll through the city center with a local guide. Stop at 6-7 culinary hot spots and enjoy tastings at each one.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Fridays & Saturdays at 10am

Price

$66 per person

Alternative

Music and Dance Show

Experience traditional Irish music and dancing in an 18th century Dublin townhouse. Enjoy an optional 3-course Irish dinner from an award-winning kitchen.


Duration

1.5 - 3hours

Availability

Most nights at 6:30pm and 8pm

Price

  • $25 per person without dinner

  • $51 per person with dinner

Alternative


Dublin Boat Trip

Discover the sights of Dublin on this sightseeing cruise on the River Liffey. Learn all about the history of the city while taking in the Irish capital's most iconic monuments from a new perspective.


Duration

45 mins

Availability

Everyday at 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 3:15pm and 4:15pm

Price

$17 per person

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Music Under the Bridges Kayaking Tour

Listen to some of Dublin's best local musicians in a unique setting: under Dublin's most iconic bridges. Paddle down the stunning River Liffey and see some of Dublin's best known sights from a new perspective.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Sundays and Wednesdays at 4pm

Price

$32 per person

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Kilkenny, Wicklow, & Glendalough with Sheep Dog Demo

Visit the medieval city of Kilkenny, pass through the beautiful countryside of the Wicklow Mountains towards Glendalough, and experience a working sheep dog demonstration on this guided full-day tour.


Duration

9 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8am

Price

$28 per person

Alternative


Coastal Walk with Howth Adventures