Top Dublin Cultural Tours

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.

See some of the best of Dublin on this group tour, where your guide takes you to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, and much more that you might not find on a self-guided tour. Get your cameras ready to take photos at the Molly Malone Statue, and enjoy skip-the-line entry to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The tour is available in English and Spanish.

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 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.

Explore Ireland beyond the capital city with this Wicklow and Glendalough driving tour. Skip the hassle of a rental car and admire the scenery as you drive south to see County Wicklow’s beautiful lakes, forests, and mountains. Visit landscapes from popular films including Braveheart, such as the monastic ruins and Celtic crosses at Glendalough.

Enjoy an authentic taste of traditional Irish cuisine on this tasting tour of Dublin. Get the inside scoop on the city’s culinary scene as you seek out little-known local haunts on a walking tour. This small-group tour is limited for a personalized experience and stops at various locations, where you tuck into typical Irish dishes, accompanied by craft beers.

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.

Dublin is rife with history and culture and this walking tour helps you to uncover the best landmarks. With a private guide, walk through the cobblestone streets of the city and stop at various points of interest including Temple Bar, Ha’penny Bridge, Trinity College, and the Molly Malone statue. While you explore, your guide sheds light on the history of each location.

Travel beyond Dublin to see Glendalough, the Wicklow Mountains, and Kilkenny in a single day. Instead of organizing a rental car, relax and enjoy having transportation between dispersed landmarks included. Along the way, choose between free time to explore independently or optional guided walking tours that add background stories, giving you flexibility to explore Ireland your way.

For travelers short on time, this half-day tour is a convenient way to experience the beauty of the Irish countryside without having to rent a car or waste precious hours in transit. Enjoy the scenery extended out before you embark on the journey from Dublin to County Wicklow and wander around Glendalough at a pace that suits you.

Explore amazing Dublin at your own pace with audioguide on your smartphone! The TouringBee app offers a self-guided audio tour. The map guides your route, and engaging audio commentary acts as your personal guide. You'll experience the best: The Temple Bar neighborhood, Grafton Street, Saint Patrick Cathedral and more. With 23 points, a historian's narrative provides accessible and rich history and legends of Ireland. If you're lucky, you'll catch a leprechaun. Enjoy the tour at your own pace without a tour group. Be free to pause the audio guide at any point to rest in a café or buy souvenirs. You can turn down any pretty alley and get back on the route, skip something you're not personally interested in or listen to the recording again. The walk ends near the oldest pub in Dublin. Relax in it or continue your walk around the city, visit one of its museums or take a river cruise (not included in the tour).

Escape the city and explore the stunning countryside of County Wicklow on this full-day tour from Dublin. Visit Ireland’s tallest waterfall, Powerscourt, and the 6th-century monastic ruins of Glendalough, surrounded by breathtaking lakes and forests. End your journey with a visit to a working sheep farm, where you’ll witness a live sheepdog demonstration and experience authentic Irish rural life.

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.

Check out St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College, and more of the most famous sights in Dublin, plus find some you’d never see on your own with this small-group walking tour. Your guide is a storyteller, so be ready to hear all kinds of tales about Dublin’s history and modern life. Cover a lot of ground in just a few hours, plus get tips and recommendations for further exploring on your own.

Experience Dublin through the eyes of a local on this walking tour through the heart of the city. Get your bearings as you learn about Dublin's ancient beginnings and local legends, and hear tales that only the locals know about. From characterful streets to castles, cathedrals, and gardens, get valuable insider insight into the city—with plenty of classic Irish "craic" thrown in. Plus, a visit to a traditional Irish pub, and plenty of recommendations from your guide, ensure you leave the tour feeling right at home.

Traveling independently through Northern Ireland can be time-consuming and complicated, especially when trying to fit major sights into a short trip. This streamlined two-day tour from Dublin takes care of transport and logistics so you can focus on the highlights. Visit the ancient ruins of Monasterboice, explore Belfast's Titanic Experience, and enjoy free time in the city to see landmarks such as the Crown Liquor Saloon and Grand Opera House. On day two, travel to filming locations from the hit HBO series "Game of Thrones" and finish at the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage-listed site.

Immerse yourself in the period of Ireland's revolutionary history on this guided walking tour. At the start of the tour, visitors receive a copy of the 1916 Proclamation and explanatory information before setting out to visit the sites of this period, including City Hall and Dublin Castle. The tour also covers the War of Independence, as well as the Irish Civil War.

Explore Dublin by foot on a fascinating tour led by an entertaining local guide. As you stroll from site to site in this charm-laden city, hear fun facts and tales about its rich history, culture, and people. Stop for photos at must-sees such as Trinity College and the General Post Office, the site of the infamous 1916 Easter Rising. Plus, explore the cobbled lanes of the pretty Temple Bar district and Italian Quarter, and stretch your legs with walks along the scenic Liffey River and bustling O’Connell Street

Experience the history and heritage of Dublin's Trinity College on a guided walking tour. Walk in the footsteps of generations of students, academics, and graduates as you discover the stories that make Ireland’s oldest university so extraordinary. Pass by the home of two of the world’s oldest student societies, whose past members include some of Ireland’s most renowned writers including Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker, Samuel Beckett and Sally Rooney. Stroll along pathways lined with historic buildings and discover their hidden stories. Enjoy the tranquility of Trinity’s leafy squares while learning about the campus’s rich biodiversity. Keep an eye out for native plant life and discover how Trinity is protecting nesting birds and bees across its 47-acre grounds. Tours are led by Trinity students and alumni. Please note that the tour is in English. It is an outdoor activity, and the ticket does not include access to the Book of Kells or the Old Library.

Discover the best of Cork and Tipperary, without the hassle of driving, on this day tour from Dublin. Visit the area's highlights, including the Rock of Cashel and Blarney Castle and Gardens, with your guide, and enjoy free time to explore Cork at leisure. and follow in time-honored tradition by kissing the Blarney Stone. Top off the trip with tax-free shopping in the Blarney Woolen Mills before returning to Dublin.

Discover the Ireland of old with this unforgettable small-group day trip to Galway from Dublin, including a flight to the Aran island of Inis Mor. Travel to Galway city by train and enjoy a scenic flight to the largest Aran island, set in Galway Bay. On an island tour, admire Inis Mor’s stark- but-beautiful landscapes and learn about its rich heritage from your guide.

Short on time and want to see as much of Dublin as you can? This private walking tour has you covered. In just a few hours, see many of the city's top attractions, from Trinity College to Dublin Castle, along with a host of other important historical and cultural attractions along the way. Feel free to create an itinerary tailored to your group and enjoy a break for lunch halfway through.

This small-group walking tour is a time-saving way to see Dublin’s highlights without researching routes or attractions. Follow a guide to discover key architecture, historic landmarks, and lesser-known spots you might miss if exploring alone. Visit the grounds of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the Book of Kells exhibition, with admission included to save time in ticket lines.