Dublin Private Walking Tour | Best Highlights & Hidden Gems

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Dublin, Ireland

3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

A 3-hour private guided walking tour led by an expert, qualified, licensed, professional guide.
Opportunities to pause for photos / refreshments / restroom breaks
Additional informational support for the duration of your stay in Dublin & Ireland
After the Tour receive a digital list for the best cafes, restaurants, pubs & Irish music venues.
Local Tips & Tricks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Molly Malone Statue
Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland

End point

College Green, Dublin, Ireland
College Green is a three-sided plaza in the center of Dublin, directly in front of Trinity College adjacent to the historic old Parliament Building now the Bank of Ireland building.

Itinerary

Dublin City

1 minute • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin City

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Not recommended for babies or children under the age of 5 years
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 29 reviews

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A great walking tour

Karen_C, Apr 2026

My husband and I took this walking tour as a port stop on a cruise. David was our guide. We also wanted to visit Trinity College and the Book of Kells so David suggested that we complete our visit to those places first. This suggestion worked perfect so that we didn't have to cut our walking tour short. David was a fabulous tour guide! Since we are used to walking at home, we gave David free rein to go at his pace so that we could see as much as possible on our tour. Although it rained off and on throughout the tour, David was able to find places for us to get out of the rain while he talked. We walked a lot, learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed this tour! (Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.)

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks Karen for your wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed the tour. All the best for the future. Best Regards David

Fabulous day on a Dublin walking tour

Arianna_O, Apr 2026

We had such a great walking tour of Dublin with David!! We did it on our second day of our trip and it was the perfect thing to do early on so we could get acquainted with the city. Felt like we saw all the must see stops and we got a great lesson in Irish history along the way. David really knew his stuff and was such a great storyteller. I definitely felt as if I learned a ton in the three hours we spent together! Would highly recommend for anyone new to Dublin and/or wanting to learn more about Irish history! You won’t regret doing this - the experience was 10/10!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hi Arianna, Thanks for such a great review. So glad you and Malcolm enjoyed the tour. It was great walking and talking with you. Best Wishes for the future. Regards David

We had a fantastic time...

christinacmurphy, Feb 2026

We had a fantastic time exploring Dublin with David. He is energetic, knowledgeable and so much fun! I cannot recommend him enough.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Ah Thanks Christina. much appreciated. Best wishes to You and Rob for the rest of your trip in Ireland. David

Best Dublin Walking Tour around!

Linda_L, Nov 2025

This was by far more than a five star tour! David came fully prepared with facts, dates, tons of information, energy, and smiles. He was extremely knowledgeable about every detail regarding Dublin history, architecture, geography, and the delightful tales of his people. David went above and beyond with songs and additional photos and items of interest in a portfolio he carried. He added a “wee bit” of extra time joyfully and graciously to make sure that my Dublin experience was magnificent! Very highly recommend!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thanks Linda for your wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure guiding you in Dublin. All the best for the future. Best Regards David

Excellent Tour!

Harold_L, Sep 2025

I absolutely loved my tour with David! He is extremely knowledgeable and informative about Irish traditions, culture, and history. There’s so much to learn about Dublin, and he made it engaging and memorable. As someone who loves history, I really appreciated how he shared everything I needed to know. He is very professional, truly enthusiastic about what he does, and also a very talented singer. I highly recommend him!

Dublin Experience

Joanne_P, Sep 2025

Truly, you will not know Dublin unless you experience a walking tour with David. His humor, knowledge, and storytelling made our day extraordinary! Highly recommend, he will not disappoint!

An unforgettable Dublin Experience with David

Natalie_L, Aug 2025

We had the absolute pleasure of spending an afternoon with David, and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland. From the moment we met him, David was friendly, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable. He guided us through the most historic and iconic parts of the city, weaving fascinating stories and rich history into every stop. He is incredibly passionate about his city and it was both infectious and inspiring. What really stood out was how much effort David put in before and after the tour. He was extremely responsive, offering a wealth of recommendations for food, drinks, and things to do beyond the tour. We followed many of his suggestions and every single one was a hit—we were never disappointed. It felt like having a well-connected local friend who genuinely wanted us to have the best possible experience in Dublin. And he made it happen. David made us feel completely at ease, and the time with him flew by—I truly wished we had even more time together. Touring Dublin with him was not only informative, but absolutely a joy. If and when we come back to Dublin, I will be booking this tour again so I can do it all over again! If you're looking to explore Dublin in a meaningful, fun, and insightful way, book a tour with David. You won’t regret it—it was a privilege to meet him and be shown the city through his eyes.

Highly recommend and will book again

Colleen, Aug 2025

My husband and I really enjoyed our walking tour with David! He’s extremely knowledgeable about all things Ireland, has a great personality, and most importantly, fun to be with. We will book him again and recommend him to friends visiting Dublin on future trips!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thanks Colleen for your wonderful review. It was good fun walking and talking with you and Rob. Have a great time in Ireland and until somewhere down the road, Best Wishes & Regards David

Exceptional city of Dublin Walking Tour.

Michael_L, May 2025

Our experience with the private walking tour of Dublin and with our guide David was exceptional. David patiently waited for us at the train station since our tender was late from our cruise ship and constantly communicated with us about times and location meeting spots. His knowledge about Dublin history, politics, art, literature and folklore is excellent and his energy level and enthusiasm for his city are passionate. David loves what he does and it shows. We travel frequently to Europe because our daughter lives in Spain. We have taken many walking tours, but David’s tour was a clear standout. We highly recommend his walking tour while in the beautiful city of Dublin. It was a true pleasure to get to know him.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thanks Michael, such a great review, sincerely appreciated 🤗 Glad you guys enjoyed the tour. Until next time, Best Wishes David

Excellent, entertaining and informative tour!

dave_r, Nov 2024

David Ryan was a terrific, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable while entertaining guide. We had been to Dublin before, but his tour gave us a very entertaining insight into Dublin voluminous history.