Experience Gaelic Games in Dublin

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Dublin, Ireland

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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Get into the spirit of Ireland’s traditional sports on this 3-hour Gaelic games experience in Dublin. Perfect for families, friends, or solo sports fans, this experience allows you to learn about the Gaelic games Ireland holds dear. After a quick rundown of how to play Gaelic football, Gaelic handball, and hurling, set out on the field to test out your skills with other players.

Small-group tour limited to 15 people provides an intimate experience
Learn the history of original Gaelic games and how to play them
Get out on the field, and try playing Gaelic football, hurling, and Gaelic handball
Any age and skill level is welcome

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

107 St Mobhi Rd, Botanic, Dublin 9, D09 K4K0, Ireland
Experience Gaelic Games Dublin sessions are held in Na Fianna GAA Club, St Mobhi Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9. When you enter the Clubhouse please come and join us upstairs in the Experience Gaelic Games Visitor Centre.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Arrive at CLG Na Fianna Gaelic club in Dublin a little before your 10am start time. If you don’t want to drive yourself or take a taxi, please note that the club is only about a 10-minute bus ride from the Dublin city center. The bus routes that stop directly across the street from the club are number four and number nine.

Once you arrive, get ready for a 3-hour Gaelic games experience you won’t soon forget. First, go through a short introduction period where you learn about Ireland’s most popular sports, including Gaelic football, Gaelic handball, and hurling. Gain an understanding of the importance of the games throughout the country.

Next, hit the field to actually practice your skills. Your group practices together with team-building activities and some free-play time. If you’d like to freshen up afterward, there are showers and dressing rooms available at the club.

Na Fianna GAA Club

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Sessions proceed on min booking numbers per session- should insufficient numbers be booked on your preferred time - we may contact you to reschedule times/dates or provide full refund.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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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

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Sue_R, Jun 2025

Learning about the history of the Gaelic games was great. Our hands on experience gave us a better appreciation of each sport and the Irish culture. It’s best way to start one’s vacation. .

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Sue, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave the great review - delighted that you enjoyed the visit and hope that the trip went really well. Hopefully might encourage you to come back soon. Míle buíochas ( 1000 thanks) Cormac

A favourite for our family with adult kids

Holly_C, May 2025

A couple of years ago, my husband and I were in Dublin and were thoroughly amazed watching Gaelic football and hurling in the pubs. It was nothing like what we knew but at the same tim seemed to combine a lot of skills from other sports. This year we were traveling with our adult kids who love playing football (soccer in Canada), lacrosse, volleyball, dodgeball - well pretty much anything - and this experience seemed a perfect fit. A nice detour from sightseeing. My husband loves sports and wanted to learn more about his Irish roots. As a 60+ with a sedentary job who hadn't played team sports for several decades, and who had more than a few individual sport-related injuries, my personal goal was to not be hugely embarrassed (I was, but sometimes you have to take one for the team). Gaelic games were super interesting to learn about and the skills fun to try, and their importance for community and Irish identity will not be soon forgotten. The leaders were excellent - knowledgeable, kind and patient. The setting was perfect. And no pressure but with an opportunity for competition for those who crave it. The only way I can think of to improve it would be to add a chance to watch an actual game afterwards! Thanks for teaching us about these very special games! With a little practice, I just might try it again!

Response from Host, May 2025

Hi Holly Delighted that you enjoyed your time with us - living proof that with a positive attitude there should be no barriers to having fun! Participation is so much better than spectating - hope you had a wonderful trip overall and please continue to keep an eye on all things related to the culture of Gaelic Games. Thanks for your very kind words and we hope to see you back with us again soon.

Fabulous introduction to...

Pam_K, Apr 2025

Fabulous introduction to the games! A lot of fun for the whole family! Coaches were very knowledgeable and very helpful in facilitating learning.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hi Pam Delighted you had a great time and thanks so much for taking the time to review. Hope the rest of your trip went really well. Regards Cormac

Family Fun!

franzfrankl, Sep 2024

I was there with my 12 year old daughter and it was a great way to get to know these unique irish sports! We got to play all three games and our guides were class! Highly recommend!🙌

Great family experience

TravisBright, Aug 2024

Fantastic experience. My kids loved it and we had a blast as a family. Kyle and Georgina we're great hosts and coaches.

Must do in Dublin

Rebecca_O, Jul 2024

By far one of the best things we did in Dublin - something a little bit different to get a little bit of movement in - and Elyse was so kind and a great coach! A welcome by the locals!

Must-do Family Activity

Kimberly_S, Jul 2023

This was a fantastic activity and the highlight of our trip so far! The coaches Adam and Darrin were fabulous and very nice! This was a great way to learn about the culture of Ireland and the importance of sport to their island. You will not regret doing this (but you should wear proper shoe attire).

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Kimberley - We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time with us and we’ll pass on your lovely comments to Adam and Darren. Hope the rest of your trip went really well and hopefully we might see you back again in Ireland in the future.

super fun

JoAnne_M, Sep 2019

coaches and staff were super patient and informative. expect to sweat, but we learned a lot and had a lot of fun

A fantastic change from typical tourist excursions

Christine_N, Aug 2019

I'm in my late 40's, carrying a few more pounds around my hips than I should. Even so, I had an excellent time learning (uh, trying to remember) and playing (uh, trying to play) some traditional gaelic sports. Our wonderful coach showed us some videos, explained some rules, and then took us out to the pitch to practise drills and start playing. I think a 7 year old would have performed better than I did, BUT it was loads of fun and coach had unlimited patience and good humour. If you're not averse to a little physical activity on your holiday, I strongly encourage you to give this a try! The club is very easy to get to from central Dublin, there's a bus stop right across the street.

Fun day!

Katie H, Aug 2019

Had an amazing time learning how to play handball, hurling, and Gaelic football. Staff was amazing and very helpful and encouraging. Great for athletes and non athletes alike.

Best excursion of our British Isles...

ljensen, Jul 2017

Best excursion of our British Isles vacation. Tiernan was an excellent teacher. We learned how to play Gaelic football, hurling and handball. We were placed in a small group for instruction and then played against each other. My husband and I are 72 and 58 years old and had no problem we are very active though. I would strongly suggested trying this...it was a blast!

This was the highlight of the week...

Beth M, Jan 2017

This was the highlight of the week!!! We has so much fun learning new skills that we clearly didn't have but we tried and had a ton of laughs. You meet other people from other places.. It was super