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Dublin Ghost Bus Tour with Professional Actors
A 2-hour bus tour through Dublin's most haunted streets with professional actors, ghost stories, and a stop at medieval St Audoens Church. Age 14 and over.
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Duration2 hours
PriceFrom €35
Rating4.7 from 960 reviews
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The IrelandMe take
What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
Dublin's history has a genuinely dark side, and this tour doesn't shy away from it. For two hours you'll travel through the city's most haunted streets in an air-conditioned bus, with a guide and professional actors who keep things moving — and occasionally keep things very uncomfortable.
Along the way you'll hear about body snatching, ghostly legends, and some local mysteries that have lingered for centuries. The tour stops at two atmospheric historical sites: St Kevin's Graveyard, which sits right in the middle of the city, and the haunted steps of St Audoens Church in the medieval quarter, where the ghosts of Darky Kelly and lepers are still said to roam. There's also a demonstration of medieval torture implements, which ends up being a highlight for a lot of people on the tour — more theatrical than grim, and very well done.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
The tour starts at the DoDublin Office, so check the exact address in your booking confirmation. It's worth turning up a few minutes early — the actors tend to be already in character by the time the bus fills up, and getting a seat near the front gives you a better view of the theatrical elements during the ride.
How the experience works
This is a proper night out rather than a standard history tour. It works well for groups, for pairs, and for anyone who likes their history served with a bit of theatre.
What the price covers
- Visits to two historical Dublin sites
- Guided tour with professional actors
- Transport by air-conditioned bus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
The published itinerary
Use this to judge the pace and where your time actually goes. Operators can adjust stop order for traffic, weather or opening times.
- DoDublin Office - Your tour starts here. (10 min)
- Royal College of Surgeons - Learn about the history of Dr. Clossey, a famous physician with a reputation that goes well beyond medicine. (pass by)
- St Audoens Church - Visit the haunted steps where the ghosts of Darky Kelly and lepers are said to roam the medieval quarter to this day. Includes a demonstration of medieval torture implements. (25 min)
- St Kevin's Graveyard - One of Dublin's most atmospheric graveyards, right in the heart of the city. (25 min)
Local tips that make the day better
St Audoens is Dublin's oldest surviving medieval church. The area around it, including the old city walls on Cook Street nearby, is one of the best-preserved medieval corners of the city. The ghost stories here are rooted in genuine local history — Darky Kelly was a real historical figure associated with this part of the Liberties — and your guide will fill in the context.
St Kevin's Graveyard sits in the middle of a busy residential area, which makes it stranger, not less. The contrast between the ancient headstones and the city pressing in around it is striking by daylight; after dark, with actors involved, it's something else. The graveyard is connected to the body-snatching history that runs through the tour, which centred on Dublin's medical schools in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Dress for the outdoors. The bus stops involve time on foot in the open air, and Dublin evenings get cool quickly. A light jacket makes the stop at St Kevin's considerably more enjoyable.
This tour sells well on weekends. Booking ahead is sensible, particularly from spring through autumn when demand picks up. The 960-plus reviews reflect a well-run operation that's been consistently delivering for a long time.
Good to know before booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels otherwise
- Minimum age is 14 years
- Maximum group size of 30
- Tours run in English
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Questions before you book
How long is Dublin Ghost Bus Tour with Professional Actors?
The published duration is 2 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Dublin Ghost Bus Tour with Professional Actors cost?
The listed starting price is From €35. Live prices can change by date, group size and availability.
What should I know before booking?
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
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