Bike Tour Along The Historic Waterways Of Dublin

About This Tour

This is the first and only bike tour that passes through both the city centre and outskirts of Dublin, availing of many little known cycleways through parkland and along rivers and canals. This is a unique way to see Dublin, while barely realising you are in the city, and all the while getting the benefit of fresh air and exercise without wearing yourself out…unless you want to. The stories you will hear are more often little known than common, and offer fascinating glimpses into the murky past!

What’s Included

• Safety helmet and high visibility vest
• Use of bicycle

What’s Not Included

• Lunch

Itinerary

1. Heading out the coast along the newly completed cycle lane. Hear about the fascinating history of transport infrastructure here, while savouring the views of Dublin Bay and taking in the sea air (pass by)
2. Sit and relax with a cuppa’ and a snack at a unique cafe perched upon a 200 year old sea wall instigated by Captain Bligh of Mutiny on the Bounty fame. Learn about the history of Dublin Bay and how one of Ireland’s major nature reserves was accidentally formed. (30 min)
3. Pass through this elegant park that was owned and developed by the Guinness Family. Cruise along the tree-lined laneways at your lesiure (pass by)
4. Park up and stand beneath the inspirational 83,000 capacity stadium, the third largest in Europe. Hear the history of the Gaelic Athletic Association, the lifeblood of Irish Society and Communities right the back to it’s foundation almost a century and half ago, and the tragic story of the nearly forgotten man who arguably did more than any to kickstart and shape this sporting organisation which has clubs, members and followers all over the world today. (15 min)
5. Join a public tour and hear about the fanous, quirky and sombre characters, well known and obscure, in this famous cemetary. (90 min)
6. Enjoy a hearty lunch in the unique and quirky pub that is named after the hard working folks who have been frequenting it since it opened in 1833. (45 min)
7. Discover and explore this gem of a cycle path, recently constructed through lush green foliage (10 min)
8. Experience this vibrant yet tranquil park, the largest enclosed of any capital city in Europe that began with red deer in 1662, and who still roam there today (pass by)
9. Cycle along the superb path by Dublin’s River Liffey, watch the rowers pull in the river, and stop by to salute the 49,400 Irishmen who fought in World War 1, often forgotten, or worse, in times past. Hear the little known story of how a well known Irish Nationalist escaped certain execution through cunning and guile, and the significance of the two swans (10 min)
10. Here you will stop briefly outside this famous 18th Century gaol (prison) and now one of the most sought after visitor attractions in Dublin. You will hear the story of the gaol and its various uses throughout its lifetime, from public executions through the great famine, and the executions of the leaders of the 1916 Rising (10 min)
11. This stop afford a picturesque view over the pristine public gardens that are a replica of the original laid out in the 17th century. Alongside it is what was at the same time built as a military hospital, and now the Irish Museum of Modern Art. (5 min)
12. Your last stop will be at Croppies Acre, which, according to legend, was a mass burial grave for victims of the 1798 Rebellion. It sits in front of the back drop of the impressive Collins Barracks National Museum, on one side, and the world famous Guinness Brewery on the other (5 min)

Meeting point: Outside the bike shop called “The Bike Stop”

Good to Know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
• Must have a reasonable level of fitness and be comfortable cycling a bike in an urban environment

This is a private tour. Available in: en.