Private Tour: Discover Dublin on Foot
Dublin is a warm and welcoming city, known for the friendliness of its people and famous for its craic, that has attracted writers, intellectuals, and visitors for centuries. On this guided walking tour, you will begin at the Spire, also known as the Monument of Light, located on O’Connell Street.
Continue southwards to the River Liffey and cross over to the south side of Dublin. Visit Trinity College, Ireland’s most prestigious university, attended by some of Ireland’s biggest names including Oscar Wilde, Jonathan Swift and Samuel Beckett. During your visit, enjoy a self-guided visit to the Old Library and the Book of Kells. The Old Library dates back to the 18th century and houses the Book of Kells – a 9th century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world. Also enjoy a visit to the Long Room which houses 200,000 of the library’s oldest books in oak bookcases.
Continue west to Temple Bar, Dublin’s central nightlife district, known for its pubs and sightseeing shops. Next, visit the outside of Dublin Castle, the former seat of the British administration in Ireland which dates back originally to the 13th century.
Next, continue past the Molly Malone statue and head to Grafton Street, one of Dublin’s most prominent shopping centres, named after Henry FitzRoy, 1st Duke of Grafton – an illegitimate son of King Charles II.
Walk the length of Grafton Street and look out for buskers who often frequent Grafton Street to entertain the crowds.
End your tour with a visit to St Stephen’s Green, Dublin’s largest park in the Georgian part of Dublin. Enjoy a walk around the park whilst watching the locals.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
Duration:
Approximately 4 hours
Meeting point:
Spire of Dublin, O'Connell Street
Ending point:
St Stephen's Green
Departure Time:
To be confirmed at the time of booking
Included:
Half-day Tour Guide, Self-guided entrance to the Book of Kells
Not Included:
Gratuities , transport, food, anything not aforementioned.
Additional Information:
Tour Activity Level Moderate.This tour includes walking; we recommend comfortable shoes.
Maximum number of participants: 14.
Tour does not operate on 24 December to 1 January
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