Top 8 Evening Experiences in Dublin

1.Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,171 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $56Our pick

Spend about three hours at Dublin’s Belvedere Hotel with a three-course adult dinner, live Irish music, singing, and dancing. Jim Murrihy created and choreographed the show, whose performers have appeared with Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and Feet of Flames. Expect audience participation and a chance to learn steps onstage.

“Very enjoyable evening. Musicians & dancers were fabulous. Meal was very tasty. Would recommend to experience a authentic Irish dance and music evening for the family, ideal also for children.”

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2.Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 309 reviews · from $30Best value

Take a one-hour open-top night bus around Dublin from 13 O’Connell Street Upper. An English-speaking guide shares stories about Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Bono, Joyce, Wilde, and more. Guides such as Brian, Jerry, James, and Lee have earned praise for lively commentary.

“it was raining so we couldnot see much, but the tourguide/busdriver was very funny hahaha tour was relaxed”

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3.Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

You’ll travel independently to Taylors Three Rock in Rathfarnham for a four-course Irish dinner followed by two hours of live folk music, dancing, storytelling, and audience participation. Expect a lively, tourist-friendly night, with vegetarian meals available and drinks sold separately.

“The food was decent and the show was good. There are lots of people up and down so you can’t always see the stage but the show moves at a nice pace. I can’t speak to how authentic it was but felt authentic and there were some locals FWIW. Was a nice experience and evening.”

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4.Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 208 reviews · from $39

Spend 3.5 hours at Dublin’s Merry Ploughboy Pub, where traditional musicians host a lively Irish music and dance show. Doors open at 6:30pm, dinner is optional, and the performance begins at 8pm. Expect communal tables, audience participation, Irish ballads, fast step dancing, and plenty of good craic.

“Beautiful songs and dance.. Bar owner thought I am a driver when I asked for a drink...guess they need to open up their minds and not be overtly racist”

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5.Sunset Cruise in Howth

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 149 reviews · from $30

Set out from Howth's West Pier for a one-hour sunset cruise around Dublin Bay. Your English-speaking captain points out seabirds, seals, Ireland's Eye, and local history. Ollie and George have both led trips praised for friendly commentary, photo stops, and a warm welcome.

“beautiful sunset, saw gorgeous birds and seals and the island”

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6.Dublin Live Guided Panoramic Open-Top Night Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 92 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $31

Ride from O’Connell Street through Dublin’s historic center, Trinity College, Merrion Square, the Docklands, Temple Bar, and Christ Church Cathedral. A live English-speaking guide adds stories and dinner tips. Guides such as Jerry, Paul, Liam, and Brian have been praised for humor and clear local advice.

“It was hard to understand/hear what the tour guide was saying, partially from other attendee talking. The drive around the city was nice and gave a good view into the city. I wish I could’ve heard/learned more though. Maybe if there’s a way to rig the mic into the headphone plug in it would be more efficient.”

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7.Merry Ploughboys Irish Night Dublin Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 3 hours 40 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Spend about three hours and 40 minutes at the Merry Ploughboy Pub for Irish music, dancing, audience participation, and dinner. The evening includes lively musicians, talented dancers, Irish humor, and a warm pub setting. Check exactly what your ticket covers, since meal inclusions can vary.

“Its a great night out. Fantastic food and dancing. Great service from the staff. Very happy with the food especially as the wife is a vegetarian.”

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8.Glendalough Night Hike and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $44Top rated

Meet Elena and a second Wild Summits guide at Brockagh for a four to five-hour evening hike around Glendalough. You’ll see the lakes at sunset, look for Sika deer, pass the miners’ village and explore the sixth-century monastic site after dark. Headlamps are provided, and the tour ends with stargazing.

“Both guides but especially Elena were marvolous. Perhaps start earlier so the pace is not so fast and more time to enjoy the views.”

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