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Essential Private Dublin walking tour for up to 6 people
A 2-hour private walk for up to 6 people with a qualified local guide, taking in the GPO, Garden of Remembrance, Trinity College, Temple Bar, and Dublin Castle.
From €150 starting price · live price may vary
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Duration2 hours
PriceFrom €150
Rating4.8 from 44 reviews
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What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
This is a private tour for your group of up to six people, led by a qualified local guide who genuinely cares about Dublin's history. In two hours, you walk through the city like you're with a friend who knows the place well - the famous sites, the less obvious ones, the funny stories and the genuinely moving ones.
You'll cover ground that ranges from the birth of modern Ireland at the GPO to the medieval lanes around Dublin Castle, with a stretch through Temple Bar along the way. The pace is yours. There's nothing performative about it - just an honest, well-informed walk through a city that has a lot to say for itself.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
The Garden of Remembrance is often underestimated as a starting point. It was opened in 1966 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the 1916 Rising, and the sculpture at the far end - Children of Lir by Oisin Kelly - is one of the most striking public artworks in the city. Your guide will give it context that makes the rest of the walk feel connected rather than a list of stops.
How the experience works
The tour begins at the gate of the Garden of Remembrance.
What the price covers
- Qualified local guide
- Snacks
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.
- GPO, O'Connell Street - The birthplace of modern Ireland and the scene of the 1916 Rising. (10 min)
- Garden of Remembrance - Irish folklore and the memorial's significance explained at the starting point of the tour. (15 min)
- Grafton Street - A walk along Dublin's famous shopping street. (pass by)
- Daniel O'Connell statue - The story of Daniel O'Connell, one of Ireland's most important historical figures. (5 min)
- Trinity College - The world-famous university. Note: this does not include admission to the Book of Kells exhibition. (10 min)
- Temple Bar - A walk through Dublin's cultural quarter. (15 min)
- Dublin Castle - The tour ends with a walk through the historic grounds. (10 min)
Local tips that make the day better
The GPO interior is worth a moment inside. The building is still a working post office, and the lobby houses a permanent exhibition on the 1916 Rising with original artefacts and first-person accounts. Even a few minutes there before or after the main stop adds something to the story your guide is telling.
Trinity College looks different from the inside. The cobbled front square is open to the public and makes for a far better few minutes than walking past the front gate on Nassau Street. The Book of Kells is not included in this tour, but the college grounds and the Campanile are all accessible on foot and worth taking in.
Temple Bar is best appreciated for what it was as much as what it is. Your guide will know the history of the area before it became the Cultural Quarter - the market buildings, the old city edge, the lanes that follow the medieval street pattern. That context makes the walk through it considerably more interesting than a wander on your own.
Two hours moves at a good pace for Dublin's city centre. You're covering a decent stretch of ground between the north side of the river and Dublin Castle, so wear comfortable shoes and don't plan a heavy lunch immediately beforehand. The walk finishes at Dublin Castle, which is well placed if you want to continue exploring the Liberties or walk back along the quays afterward.
Good to know before booking
- This is a private tour conducted in English
- Wheelchair accessible
- Prams and strollers are welcome
- Service animals are welcome
- Public transport is available nearby
- Wheelchair-accessible transport options are available
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Questions before you book
How long is Essential Private Dublin walking tour for up to 6 people ?
The published duration is 2 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Essential Private Dublin walking tour for up to 6 people cost?
The listed starting price is From €150. 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.
Ready to decide?
Check the live times before building the rest of your day.
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