Top Dublin Culture

Travelers looking to learn more about Ireland's culture can embark on this food and drinks tour, complete with a Jamesons cocktail class. Immerse yourself in Ireland's culinary heritage as you explore Dublin's vibrant streets, savoring gastronomical delights and famous beverages along the way. Learn about the country's rich history of distilling and brewing while sampling brews like Guinness and spirits like Jameson Whiskey.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Explore Northern Ireland's biggest draws—Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, and Dunluce Castle—in just one day on this convenient, time-saving tour from Dublin. Instead of having to hire a car, travel via traditional black cab to explore Belfast's streets, including the Falls and Shankill neighborhoods. Then, board a coach and leave the city behind to experience one of Ireland's great geological marvels, the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Giant’s Causeway, as well as Dunluce Castle, a filming location for "Game of Thrones."

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.

Explore Dublin at your own pace with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour offering access to 25 major stops, including the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green. Choose from 24-, 48-, or 72-hour passes, with live or audio commentary to enrich your experience. Enjoy added perks like a walking tour and a panoramic night tour with select ticket options.

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.

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.

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.

Fitting Ireland’s historic towns and rural traditions into one day can be difficult without a car or local insight, but this guided tour from Dublin makes it seamless. Travel by luxury to visit Kilkenny and the grounds of its castle, then continue to the 6th-century monastic settlement of Glendalough in Wicklow Mountains National Park. Finally, enjoy a stop at a working sheep farm to watch border collies in action. With transport, timing, and commentary handled for you, the tour offers a well-paced way to experience a varied side of Ireland in a single day.

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.

Follow an expert guide through the heart of Dublin, tracing the 1916 Easter Rising while uncovering the fascinating Kilmainham Gaol history, one of Ireland's most important landmarks in the story of Irish independence. This Dublin walking tour follows the rebellion in chronological order, revealing the vital role of Kilmainham Gaol, where Patrick Pearse and James Connolly were imprisoned before their executions, events that transformed public opinion and accelerated Ireland's fight for freedom. Explore Dublin City Hall and discover how the Irish Volunteers and Citizen Army occupied key positions as British forces fought to regain control. The tour ends at the iconic General Post Office (GPO), headquarters of the Rising, with included admission to the award-winning GPO Witness History Museum, where immersive exhibits bring this defining chapter of Dublin history to life, including that of Kilmainham Gaol.

This tour is a great pick for visitors looking for an overview of Dublin’s best bits. Rather than spending hours researching and planning an itinerary, enjoy having a full route planned out for you. Stops include the Dublin Castle grounds, Trinity College Dublin, The Book of Kells, the Molly Malone Statue, and an optional visit to St Patricks Cathedral with exclusive access and entry fees included along the way.

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.

Save your precious vacation (and drinking) time with his tour that includes skip-the-line admission to Dublin's Guinness Storehouse and Jameson Distillery. Listen as your guide explains the ingredients used and learn of the complex brewing and distilling processes then enjoy tastings of two of Ireland's most-loved drinks.

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.

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.

The Little Museum of Dublin is the perfect introduction to life in Dublin prior to the 21st century—and Ireland’s story as a whole. This ticket guarantees you a place on one of the museum’s hilarious, moving, and authentic guided tours. Learn about everyone from iconic Dublin rockers U2 to the horrors of the 1920s Irish Civil War, and even as far back as Georgian Dublin.

Discover Ireland’s rich history and cultural heritage with the help of a local guide on this walking tour of Dublin. See River Liffey, Temple Bar, the Book of Kells Experience, and more, while your guide tells you all about the city’s storied past and vibrant present. Leave with your guide’s top tips on what to do and where to eat in the city next.