Top Dublin Art & Culture

Dublin’s music and pub culture is legendary, but finding authentic traditional music spots, away from the tourist hot spots can be time-consuming. This guided pub crawl removes the guesswork, leading you to off-the-beaten-path venues with live Irish music and drinks along the way. Enjoy local insight into Irish culture and have a lot of fun along the way too. Note that no food is included or available, so plan to eat beforehand.

Immerse yourself in a night of Irish revelry at the Irish House Party in Dublin. Set in an 18th-century Georgian townhouse, experience one of the city’s best ways to spend an evening at this event, complete with live traditional music, song, dance and Irish humor. Enjoy a more personal, authentic alternative to large-scale stage productions and make the evening a complete experience with an upgrade to a 3-course dinner.

We love Dublin and we love showing people around Dublin; the city who's long and illustrious story we are proud to be part of. Each of us is an actor, a writer, a musician or an artist of some description, offering a unique account of our beloved city, its people, its history and its stories. We will show you some of the absolute ‘must sees’ in Dublin, like Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral and Trinity College, and also some of the city’s forgotten corners and hidden gems; always from our own unique perspective, with an insight and knowledge we feel we’re uniquely placed to give you.

Discover Dublin’s rich literary heritage while absorbing the ambience of Ireland's traditional pubs on a pub crawl with a difference. Wander Dublin’s charming streets to visit sites and pubs that inspired some of the country’s most famous writers; enjoy refreshing pints of locally brewed ale and snacks (own expense); and put your newfound knowledge to the test in a fun-filled literary quiz at the end of your tour.

Enrich your knowledge of Ireland’s diaspora and its history of emigration with this admission ticket to the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin. Save time by pre-booking your entrance and embark self-guided tour of the museum's galleries, which utilize cutting-edge technology for an immersive experience and deep dive into Ireland’s immigration history. Learn about why people left Ireland, the struggles they had along the way, where they went, and how they've changed the world.

Enjoy an evening of fun, food and Irish traditions. You’ll indulge in a three-course meal of local cuisine, including stews, pies or creamy mashed potatoes. Get ready to be immersed in a rich cultural experience as Irish entertainers take to the stage. Clap along to live music combined with storytelling all about Irish traditions. Enjoy the fabulous atmosphere as dancers showcase the best of Ireland, including the brush dance. You’ll even be able to show off your own dance moves and join in for a céilí!

With so many activities offered in Dublin, it can be a challenge trying to figure out what to do while visiting. This Irish dance party offers a fun afternoon of dancing for an affordable price. See choreographed dance performances by professional Irish dancers, learn Irish dance moves from an award-winning dancer, and hear stories about Irish music, dance, and culture from a traditional Irish singer.

Discover the art of Irish storytelling on this mythology and folklore walking tour of Dublin. You’ll hear stories that have changed Irish History and shaped the nation. Your guide will show you just how rich the storytelling culture is in Ireland while you walk through Temple Bar, near River Liffey, Grattan Bridge, St Michael’s Church, and much more. Enjoy this experience with a group of max 25 guests.

Join this tour to discover some of Dublin’s secret spots on a tour hosted by a local interested in Irish history. This small, intimate group tour takes you on a lighthearted exploration of the city where you learn about culture, art, music, and more. Visit places you most likely won’t find on your own, and also get treated to a few snacks along the way.

Learn the history and stories behind traditional Irish music in a fun and informative way during this Dublin Traditional Irish Musical Pub Crawl, led by two professional musicians. Your guides, who are with you the entire tour, perform songs and instrumental Irish Jigs and Reels. This Dublin experience is more like a moving concert, than a drinking pub crawl. Along with a lot of audience participation, you’ll enjoy an interactive evening of Irish music.

Learn the ins and outs of making a silver ring on this small, intimate group course where you learn all the steps of forging and hammering your creation. Your expert instructor takes you through the process from measuring, shaping, soldering, and more. All of the specialized equipment is provided, including silver, so you just need to show up ready to create.

The story of Dublin has taken many centuries to write, but that doesn’t mean it should take ages to see all the city has to offer. In roughly 90 minutes, walk through the cobbled streets of Dublin’s past and present and learn about the colorful events and characters that illustrate and give spirit to its long, proud heritage - from playwrights and whiskeys, to invasions, wars and world economic crises.

Immerse yourself in Dublin's famous pub culture on this evening walking tour. With a pub-loving guide in the lead, you'll visit some hidden gems that tourists don't often find, as well as some of Dublin's best-known watering holes. Try some new craft beers, as well as Irish gin and craft whiskey.

Avoid the crowds and explore Irish history in peace on this Book of Kells and Dublin Castle exterior tour. Visit the Trinity College Library, home to the famous Book of Kells—widely considered among the most important of all Ireland’s ancient treasures. Listen as your guide brings medieval Ireland to life, shedding light on the Book of Kells’ profound historical significance. Afterward, enjoy a guided walking tour around Dublin Castle’s mighty exterior. Visit the gardens and yards, and learn of the castle’s role as court, fortress, treasury, and jail.

Uncover more than 260 years of brewing history when you visit the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin with this entry ticket. Take a self-guided tour of the restored brewery that is now built around a pint-shaped atrium. Through interactive exhibits, learn about the Guinness family, the ingredients, craftsmanship, and world-famous advertising campaigns that have put this iconic stout on the map. At the end, savor a pint at the Gravity Bar with panoramic views of the city skyline.

Learn about historic Dublin hauntings and the city’s spooky supernatural lore during this walking ghost tour around town. A local guide helps you safely navigate Dublin with ease, from Temple Bar to Dublin Castle to Christ Church Cathedral and more. Hear about a side of the city most tourists never see, while listening to some of the area’s best ghost stories.

Learn all about the history of Dublin through the lens of one of the nation’s most famous exports—Guinness. Discover more about how this stout changed Dublin forever, shaping its culture and its economy, and learn more about the real Guinness family than most tourists ever will. End with a trip to a local favorite pub where you raise a glass of the black stuff.

Enjoy a more immersive way to learn about Irish whiskey, and guarantee your admission in advance, on a guided tour of Jameson Distillery Bow St. in Dublin. Learn the history of the iconic Irish brand as you explore the distillery and listen to commentary from your guide. Discover the secrets behind the complex distillation process—and then cap off your experience by tasting whiskey in the elegant distillery bar.

Indulge your love of music on a guided tour of the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum in Dublin. Alongside your guide, you’ll admire memorabilia from musical superstars such as Michael Jackson and U2, while learning about the history of Ireland’s thriving music scene. See photographic exhibitions that include the likes of The Script and Sinead O’Connor before following in the footsteps of an iconic guitarist in the Thin Lizzy Exhibition. On this small-group tour — limited to four people — you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Explore the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Ireland's Eye on this scenic cruise that combines wildlife watching with an island landing. While many trips to Dublin focus on its cosmopolitan city attractions, this boat tour from Howth Harbor offers a slower pace and a fresh perspective. Cruise past rugged cliffs, sea caves, and hidden beaches, close to seabird colonies and marine wildlife, including puffins, seals, gannets, and guillemots.

Discover the stories behind Game of Thrones with a studio tour and round-trip coach transfer from Dublin city center. Board an air-conditioned coach in Dublin and admire views during the journey to Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland. Go behind the scenes at this Game of Thrones filming location and learn about how the popular TV series was made. Return transportation back to Dublin is included.

Explore St Patrick’s Cathedral and learn more about its history with tickets to enter the building and see it first-hand. From its famous gothic architecture to its connection to the writer Jonathan Swift, there’s over 800 years worth of history to learn about from the audioguide you can carry with you as you look around.

Experience Dublin's rich whiskey-making traditions on this immersive, small-group tour. Visit the Roe & Co Irish Whiskey Distillery in the former Guinness Brewery Power House and explore Dublin's "Golden Whiskey Triangle." Enjoy a pint of Guinness, a whiskey cocktail, and whiskey samples, guided by a local expert who brings Irish culture and humor to life. This small group tour offers an unforgettable blend of history, whiskey, and fun, including a guided Guinness Storehouse visit with skip-the-line access.