The 15 Historical Tours in Dublin to Book First

1.Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,718 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125Our pick

This three-hour Dublin food walk visits cafes, bakeries, seafood spots, and Temple Bar for Irish coffee, sausage rolls, cheese, an oyster, stew, beer, and ice cream. Guides such as Ann, Lee, Cathy, Ciaran, and Francesca add local stories and practical Dublin tips.

“you truly see the most authentic unique dublin eats by a wonderful tour guide that gives history lessons about the city while walking to each destination. every restaurant is kind and excited to have the group come in. the tour guide was incredible!”

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2.2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 875 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $22

Walk central Dublin with a history postgraduate guide such as Jody or Eoin, tracing the city from Viking roots to modern Ireland. This English-language group tour lasts about two hours, covers eight major sites, and begins at the Grattan statue opposite Trinity College. Book separately for the Book of Kells.

“Our tour guide was an amazing source of history about Dublin. I would take his tour again— highly recommend!”

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3.Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 865 reviews · from $22

Follow a Trinity or UCD history graduate through Dublin’s old center, from the Henry Grattan Statue to Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, City Hall, and the Medieval City. Expect a brisk, story-led walk covering revolutions, famine, the 1916 Rising, independence, and the Northern Ireland Peace Process.

“The tour was very interesting, entertaining, engaging, educational, insightful, and exciting. I learned a lot about the Irish history. I thank the tour guide for the very good experience.”

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4.Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 510 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $195

Leave Dublin Heuston at 7am for Cork, Blarney Castle, and Cobh. You’ll have reserved train seats, a coach transfer, castle and garden time, and entry to the Cobh Heritage Centre. Guides such as Norman, Paul, John, and Peter add stories and practical help, though the 12-hour schedule can run longer.

“Quite the adventure! Train/bus across the south of Ireland. Got to Blarney Castle in time to meet a cruise ship, but still enjoyable! Peter and Paddy were great about keeping us all on the various modes of transportation and answered all questions!!!”

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5.Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Irish Famine History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 431 reviews · from $16

Join an English-speaking guide aboard Dublin’s Jeanie Johnston tall ship for a 50-minute tour of Irish Famine history. Walk the upper deck, then see the cramped passenger quarters below. Guides including Steve, Claire, Josh, and Eoin bring personal stories, food, fares, illness, and ocean crossings to life.

“The guide was very informative, brought the story of the misery the passengers endured into vivid gocus. I got a real sense of life on the Jeanie Johnston”

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6.Dublin’s Haunted History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 345 reviews · from $31

Meet at Bernardo Square for a 1.5-hour English walking tour led by guides such as Darragh, Lydia, Finn, Kate, or Caleb. Hear grim tales of Darkey Kelly, the Green Lady, Dublin’s Hell district, the Dolocher, and the Hellfire Club while walking old streets and churchyards.

“Amazing guide, Dara was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable about many centuries of Dublin's history. Loved all the stories and really brought the city to life from across time. Very detailed tales and impressive and valuable that he's done so much additional research to verify stories and add more authentic colour to the tales. Thank you for everything, we won't forget it! :) -Erin & Kalyna”

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7.Deliciously Dublin: The Artisan Donut Walking & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Start at The Rolling Donut and walk about two miles through Dublin, stopping at Sweet Churro, The Hot Donut, and Offbeat Donut Co. Guides such as Erin, Jody, Patrick, Niamh, and Angelica mix Irish history with generous sweet treats. The morning finish leaves your afternoon free.

“Great way to see the city and enjoy some sweet treats along the way! Our guide gave us a great history of the city and some incredible facts.”

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8.Hidden Dublin: Haunted History Walking Tour v2.0 2026

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 188 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet at 8pm near Dublin City Hall for a 1-hour-50-minute walk through old streets, churches, pubs, and sites tied to murder, witchcraft, ghosts, and local legend. Guides such as Emma, Lydia, Finn, and Katie bring different styles, so expect history first, with scares that vary by guide.

“Great evening tour. Very informative. Emma, our guide was very knowledgeable. Answered all questions asked of her.”

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9.Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $135

See central Dublin with a private local guide in about three hours. Walk past Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and Christ Church Cathedral while hearing about Irish history and the 1916 Easter Rising. Guides such as Eamon, Keelan, Derek, and Rauri tailor the route to your interests.

“Marius was excellent, relaxed style knowledgeable and a nice guy Really informative tour 10/10 The walking tour in the ideal way to find out about Dublin, I feel if you don’t go on a tour like this you will miss so much, covers the history ,culture and gives you a great feeling for the city.”

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10.Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Spend 3.5 hours walking through central Dublin with a private guide, tasting Irish coffee, warm sausage rolls, cheese, an oyster, stew, soda bread, beer, brownie, ice cream, and a secret dish. Guide Karen adds personal insight from growing up in Dublin.

“Fun tour with good food. Our tour guide Karen made the whole experience! She is fantastic, knowledgeable and fun, providing lots of regional insight having grown up in Dublin … including at spots along the tour!”

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11.Interactive Living History in Dalkey Castle near Dublin City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

At Dalkey Castle, a one-hour English tour uses costumed actors, archery, barber surgery, and medieval cooking to make history easy to grasp. You’ll also see St Begnet’s church, the graveyard, interactive exhibits, a writers’ gallery, and sea and mountain views from the battlements. Guides include Minota.

“Minota is a fabulous guide and most welcoming. The castle/heritage center exhibits and the living history actors were both entertaining and informative. The actors played their parts to perfection. There hands on activities for all ages. the Views from the top were worth the climb up the narrow, winding, irregular castle tower steps. Take your time and use the handrails and you'll be fine. Make your own commemorative coin for a souvenir to take home. So glad we went”

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12.Macabre History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 95 reviews · from $19

Meet by the Spire on O’Connell Street and follow an English-speaking guide through Dublin’s old center, across both sides of the river. Hear tales of Cuchulainn, grave robbers, quarantines, serial killers, executions, and notorious brothel keeper Darkey Kelly. Guides Peter and Rob are known for animated storytelling.

“Really interesting tour. Peter the guide (and owner) was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was very enthusiastic and showed us things that were off the beaten track and we wouldn't have seen otherwise. Well worth the money. Also thank you to Peter for us wanting to rush off at the end to watch the (ill-fated) Euros final!! Highly recommended tour!”

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13.Dublin LGBTQ Pride Historical and Cultural Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Walk through Dublin’s LGBTQ+ history with guides such as Helena or Deidre, visiting Temple Bar, the GPO, Abbey Theatre, Trinity College, The George, and Dublin Castle. This two-hour English tour connects famous sights with queer stories often missed on standard city walks.

“My favorite thing I did my whole time in Dublin! Helena was so knowledgeable and passionate and I had the best time. Highly recommend!!”

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14.Book of Kells. Medieval Dublin Castle. 5* History & Heritage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Explore Trinity College, the 9th-century Book of Kells, the Long Room, College Green, Molly Malone, and Dublin Castle grounds with a licensed guide. Guides such as Sean, Marty, Michael, and Noel are known for lively Irish history. The castle interiors are not included.

“Our guide was so knowledgeable about the history of Ireland and all that happened over the centuries. He was fun and personable. We had a great day.”

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15.The History of Dublin With Locals: 1916 Easter Rising PRIVATE Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Follow Dublin’s 1916 Easter Rising story on a private 3.5-hour walking tour from Custom House Quay to Collins Barracks. Your local guide may tailor the route, add lesser-known sites, and adjust the pace for your group. Eamon, Keelan, Ruairi, and Marius are among the praised guides.

“Great tour guide Keelin was great guide Very informative and personable Walking required should be explained in advance”

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