Top Dublin Sightseeing Tours

Maximize your time in Ireland’s capital with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Discover Dublin’s most notable sights, and listen to in-depth commentary as you cruise around the capital. Whenever a landmark captures your attention, simply disembark to explore further; see attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green and then simply rejoin your bus tour at a time and stop that suits your schedule.

Journey from Dublin to Northern Ireland's most legendary landscapes on this comprehensive day trip to Belfast, Dunluce Castle, and the Giant's Causeway. Crossing the border into Northern Ireland can feel daunting when you're unfamiliar with routes and timings, but this guided coach tour handles all the logistics. Explore Belfast's vibrant culture, enjoy a 70-minute optional walking tour, visit Dunluce Castle with entrance included, and marvel at the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway.

Experience the beauty, history, and culture of Dublin during this popular hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day tickets and follow the route that highlights the best of the Emerald Isle's capital city. Discover historic buildings, iconic sites, ancient landmarks, and vibrant nightlife at your own pace and enjoy free extras. With multiple stops along the way—including the Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Temple Bar, and the Irish Whiskey Museum—this popular option ensures you don't miss a thing.

Explore Ireland on this full-day Cliffs of Moher and Galway tour from Dublin. Travel into rural Ireland by air-conditioned coach with your guide and enjoy panoramic views over the Emerald Isle’s spectacular countryside. Journey along the Wild Atlantic Way to the Cliffs of Moher where you can explore for a couple of hours. After a brief stop at Burren National Park, visit Galway to explore the cobblestoned streets and immerse yourself in the local culture.

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.

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.

Float down the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin with this scenic cruise. Learn about Irish history from a local guide, covering topics from the Vikings to recent political history. See city landmarks including the Ha’penny Bridge and the Custom House from a new perspective and check out the recent redevelopment of Dublin’s Docklands neighborhood.

Planning a full day to Ireland’s west coast can be time-consuming, but this guided tour from Dublin simplifies the experience by handling transport and must-see stops. Travel by luxury coach to the Cliffs of Moher with time to walk the cliff paths and visit the on-site visitor center, then continue with scheduled stops along the coast, including the Burren and Galway City.

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Dublin hiking to all the highlights in Howth and panoramic views with local guides while surrounded by nature and wildlife. Immerse yourself in the amazing atmosphere and flavours of this ancient and famous Dublin village on our Howth hiking tour while hearing about the history which inspired many famous writers, artists and our local rock stars! Explore the charming harbour and historic, picturesque coastal village. All our guides are Howth natives who share their own unique insight. Learn about our very own Game of Thrones, Howth Castle. Follow the secret paths and trails through the woodlands and heathlands to views that HG Wells described as the most beautiful in the World. Walk through time in the footsteps of an astonishing history to breathtaking views on the famous Howth cliff walk. Stroll back to Howth village and enjoy Howth’s famous hospitality in one of the many restaurants, cafes and pubs.

Trade the big city for a day in nature on this full-day, small-group tour from Dublin. Your destination is the wild and beautiful Wicklow Mountains National Park, where you get up close and personal with the scenery when you embark on a horseback riding tour of the area. Following lunch in the quaint village of Enniskerry (own expense), see more of the area’s highlights and make your way to Glendalough: site of a 6th-century monastery.

Enjoy a totally personalized and private tour of Dublin. Upon booking, you’ll liaise with your guide and share your preferences; the resulting tour itinerary will be fully bespoke, and will include only the sights and activities you’re interested in. Plan a whole-city tour of Dublin, discover one of its smaller neighborhoods, or plan an itinerary around one of your hobbies. Led by a local resident, you’ll receive insider tips, and well get well off the typical tourist path.

Relax while you’re in Ireland with this private tour of Wicklow and Glendalough, including private, round-trip transport from Dublin. Take a scenic drive through Wicklow Mountains National Park, and make stops at Lough Tay, the Guinness estate, plus, you can choose to visit the Powerscourt Gardens (own expense). Then end your day with time in Glendalough, where you can see St. Kevin’s monastery.

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. Upgrade your tour to include an extra hour of exploring, an Irish coffee masterclass, or a pour-your-pint experience.

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.

Keep your eyes peeled for guillemots, puffins, seals, and more as you cruise the water in the Dublin Bay Biosphere near Howth. This small-group, hassle-free tour takes you from Howth pier along the coastal cliffs, where your captain tells stories about the history of the peninsula while Irish music plays in the background. Get your cameras ready for wild photos of the Howth Cliffs and Ireland's Eye on this 50-minute cruise.

Trek through Howth to see off-the-beaten-path sights that most travelers miss on this small-group hiking tour accompanied by a local guide and their dog. Listen to engaging commentary as you walk, illuminating the history of Howth and Ireland from as far back as 700 years ago. Highlights include St. Mary's Abbey, the Cliffs of Howth, a centuries-old castle, and others. Finish up in a village pub for an included pint and rest for your weary legs.

Experience Dublin from a different perspective as night falls and the city comes alive with colour, character, and history. More than just a sightseeing tour, this live guided experience is led by knowledgeable local guides who share fascinating stories, humour, and hidden details that bring Dublin’s streets and landmarks to life. Departing from the heart of the city at dusk, the tour takes you through some of Dublin’s most famous and atmospheric locations. Along the way, you’ll discover iconic landmarks connected to Ireland’s rich political and cultural heritage, while travelling beside beautifully illuminated rivers and canals that create a truly magical evening setting. From grand Georgian architecture and vibrant cultural quarters to tranquil parks glowing under the city lights, each stop reveals a unique part of Dublin’s story. Combining stunning night-time views with engaging live commentary, this tour is the perfect way to experience the charm and energy of Dublin after dark.

Have your shore excursions arranged in advance when you arrive in Dublin's port; you'll save time scrambling for activities once you step off the ship. This tour includes a 24-hour pass for a hop-on hop-off bus, which covers more than 30 stops around the city. You can hop off to explore at your leisure at locations such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, Jameson Distillery Bow Street, Kilmainham Gaol, and the Guinness Storehouse. You'll also have access to a highlights of Dublin walking tour.

Venture beyond the bustle of the big city, and discover some of the most dramatic natural scenery in the Dublin area, on this sightseeing cruise along the Howth Cliffs. Make your own way to the departure point on the West Pier in Howth, hop aboard, and settle in. You can admire the Baily Lighthouse, and get up right up close to the sights—all without breaking a sweat on a grueling cliff hike.

Experience Northern Ireland's highlights in just one day on this convenient tour from Dublin. You won't have to deal with the hassle of renting a car and can relax between destinations. Visit popular attractions including Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges, and the Titanic Experience in Belfast. Listen to live commentary from your guide throughout the day.

Seeing Northern Ireland’s top attractions in a single day can be difficult to organize yourself, but this full-day tour from Dublin simplifies the journey. Travel with a local guide to Titanic Belfast, where you have around two hours to explore interactive galleries that bring the ship’s tragic story to life. Continue along the scenic Antrim Coast to Dunluce Castle, with included admission and time to explore the dramatic clifftop ruins, before spending roughly two hours at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway to walk among its famous rock formations.

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.

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.