Dublin North Walking Tour: Heart & History - with Local Expert

About This Tour

Walk with a Dublin legend! Our tour is led by the award-winning drivers from DoDublin’s No. 1 city bus tour. For years, their wit and charm have been the secret to our success; now, they’re on foot to share their stories with you personally. This isn’t a dry history lesson. It’s a small-group adventure through Dublin’s revolutionary past. Stand before the iconic GPO, hear dramatic tales of the 1916 Rising, and explore O’Connell Street with a guide whose knowledge is unmatched. With a true Dubliner leading the way, you’ll get the best stories, the sharpest wit, and insider tips you can’t get anywhere else. Experience the real heart and soul of the city.

What’s Included

• Insider Tips & Recommendations
• Personal Small-Group Tour (Max 20)
• Live Storytelling & Witty Commentary
• Award-Winning DoDublin Guide

What’s Not Included

• Entrance fees to any attractions
• Gratuities
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

1. This is the official starting point. Meet your expert DoDublin guide here and get ready for a journey through the heart of historic Dublin. (10 min)
2. Begin your tour at this historic Georgian square. Your guide will introduce you to the area and its famous residents, including the patriot Charles Stewart Parnell. (pass by)
3. Step into this beautiful and poignant garden. Hear the story of this memorial, which is dedicated to all those who gave their lives for Irish Freedom. (10 min)
4. Walk along Dublin’s main thoroughfare as your guide points out famous monuments and shares stories of the historic events that unfolded here. (pass by)
5. Pause to admire the impressive Greek-revival architecture of this landmark cathedral, often called the “Metropolis of Dublin.” (5 min)
6. Stop for a fantastic photo opportunity at the base of The Spire. Learn about the design and meaning of this iconic, 120-metre tall monument. (5 min)
7. Stand before the headquarters of the 1916 Easter Rising. Your guide will bring this pivotal moment in Irish history to life and point out the original bullet holes still visible today. (10 min)
8. Hear the fascinating stories of Daniel O’Connell, “The Liberator,” at his grand monument at the foot of O’Connell Bridge. (5 min)
9. Conclude your tour outside the famous gates of Ireland’s oldest university. Your guide will share final stories and give you expert tips for the rest of your day. (10 min)
10. Finish your tour in this historic plaza, surrounded by the Irish Parliament House and Trinity College, right in the heart of Dublin. (pass by)

Meeting point: Make your way to O’Connell Street and find The Spire! Stand so that the River Liffey and O’Connell Bridge are behind you. You should be facing the top end of the street. From The Spire, simply walk straight for about 1-2 minutes. Our office will be on your right-hand side.

Good to Know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Maximum group size: 20 travelers.