Top Dublin Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Discover Dublin’s burgeoning culinary culture—and visit a number of the city’s characterful eateries—on this small-group walking tour. Be sure to arrive hungry: this lunchtime tour kicks off in the late morning, and includes a number of samples. Drop by bakeries and food halls and head off the tourist trail when you visit venues that locals love. As you go, learn more about Ireland’s gastronomic history.

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.

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.

Don't come to Ireland and just spend all your time in Dublin. You won't be seeing the real Ireland. This tour transports you there, spending a day cruising around the Irish countryside engulfing yourself in bright green fields, castles, abbeys, and rustic villages. Stop in majestic and secluded Glendalough, explore the Wicklow Mountains, and enjoy the ancient wonders of Kilkenny, where you can walk around a 12th-century Norman Castle, a medieval cathedral, or stroll the cobbled streets before heading back to Dublin.

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.

Delve into the darker recesses of Dublin’s haunted history on this evening gravedigger ghost tour. With your (slightly spooky) local guide, learn about the devastating human effect of the medieval plague, visit eerie local sites such as St. Audoen's Church, Kilmainham Jail, and The Glasnevin Cemetery. Hear how opportunist gravediggers made a killing (so to speak) on body snatching.

Discover the best of Dublin in just one day with this tour that takes you to top Dublin attractions and provides time-saving skip-the-line admission. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Gardens, as well as Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, and enjoy a pint at the city's number one attraction, the Guinness Storehouse.

Enjoy an active way to explore Dublin on this bike tour. In the morning, meet your guide in the city center; grab your bike, helmet, and a reflective vest; and set off on two wheels. You’ll see local landmarks ranging from the Samuel Beckett Bridge and the Oscar Wilde Memorial to Dublin Castle, and will learn about Dublin's history through the ages from your guide’s commentary.

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.

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.

Even those with little time can enjoy a slice of Dublin life on this night tour. Taking in the city from an open-top bus, you’ll catch the Irish capital as night falls, exploring from Temple Bar to Christ Church Cathedral, Trinity College, and beyond. Your guide turns the sightseeing adventure into a cultural dive, filling your trip with tips, local insight, and fun.

Get your time in Dublin off to a stress-free start with this private, one-way transfer service from Dublin Airport. Simply book before your trip, meet your driver at Dublin Airport when you land, and then sit back as you travel to your central Dublin hotel in the air-conditioned comfort of a private vehicle. This private Dublin airport transportation service is available 24 hours, seven days a week to suit your schedule, and designed for private groups of up to eight people.

Leave behind the generic group tours and head out on your very own haunted quest through Dublin—led from the convenience of your smartphone. As you solve clues leading you from one place to the next, you’ll get lost in stories of ghosts, horrors, and secrets, from St. Ann's Church and Olympia Theatre to the River Liffey and more. Get ready for the chills!

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.

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.

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 coastline in Dublin during this sunset cruise, departing from Howth Harbour. Climb aboard a boat from the West Pier in Howth and set out on a scenic cruise with views of Dublin Bay. Watch sunset from the deck of the boat and keep an eye out for local wildlife such as seals. Learn about local history from the crew during the cruise.

Perfect for engagement shoots, surprise proposals, or just souvenir portraits, this private photography session pairs you with a professional photographer to capture your best moments as a couple. Explore the history-packed city on foot, stopping at landmarks like Dublin Castle, City Hall, and Temple Bar. Strike a pose with your loved one, and receive a minimum of 30 high-resolution images just days after the tour.

Get to grips with Dublin alongside a local guide during this convenient walking tour ideal for first-time visitors. Don’t waste time getting lost alone; instead, allow your guide to show you city highlights like Trinity College and Dublin Castle, while talking you through the city’s history. An immersive experience you wouldn’t get alone, it’s the ideal way to start your vacation in Dublin.

Sit back in total luxury and enjoy a smooth ride and excellent service on this private car tour to the Cliffs of Moher. See the famous Irish countryside from your window, and travel along the Wild Atlantic Way spotting puffins and even dolphins out at sea. Your experienced local guide will teach you all about the local legends and historical buildings—learn about the ruins of ancient monasteries and who once lived in the castles dotted about the scenery.

Maximize time in Dublin with a full-day private tour. Get picked up at the location of your choice and set out with a private guide to see top city landmarks including Kilmainham Gaol and Temple Bar. Go for a scenic drive along the coast and check out the charming fishing village of Howth. Learn about Irish history and experience Dublin’s famous pub culture during this customizable tour.

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.

Leave Dublin behind on a full-day journey to Ireland’s rugged west coast—no need to tackle the roads or plan a route yourself. Travel comfortably onboard an air-conditioned vehicle as you learn about Irish history and culture. Enjoy a visit to the Cliffs of Moher with time to explore the clifftop paths and visitor facilities at your own pace, then continue along part of the Wild Atlantic Way with a weather-permitting stop in the Burren to admire its distinctive limestone landscape. In Galway City, choose between a guided walk or free time to experience the city’s lively atmosphere.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Old Town & Book of Kells Book this tour to see the Books of Kells in the Old Library with skip-the-line tickets and discover other highlights of Dublin, such as Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and more. 3-hour: Old Town, Book of Kells & Transport This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour walking tour of Dublin's Old Town with skip-the-line tickets to the Books of Kells exhibition in the Old Library. 4-hour: Old Town, Book of Kells & Christ Church Cathedral Book this tour to see the Books of Kells in the Old Library and the Christ Church Cathedral with skip-the-line tickets and discover more highlights of Dublin, such as St Patrick's 5-hour: Old Town, Book of Kells, Christ Church Cathedral & Transport This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 4-hour walking tour of Dublin's Old Town, the Books of Kells, Old Library and Christ Church Cathedral.