Dublin: Street Art Walking Tour

About This Tour

Dublin’s street art scene has exploded in recent years, and this three-hour walking tour takes you straight to its creative heart. Starting near Smithfield Square on the city’s Northside, the route winds through some of Dublin’s most visually striking neighbourhoods before finishing among the galleries and laneways of Temple Bar.

Smithfield sets the tone immediately. The square’s walls are covered in large-scale murals that tell stories of the neighbourhood’s past - from the old Jameson distillery workers to contemporary Irish identity. Your guide explains the artists, the commissions, and the local controversies behind the work. From there, the walk takes a darker turn at St Michan’s Church, one of the oldest churches on the Northside, where legends of the Strangler of Smithfield and other captivating stories add genuine intrigue to the visual feast.

The route passes the Four Courts, the imposing legal landmark that played a pivotal role in the events of 1916 and the Civil War. Your guide explains the architecture and the history before the walk crosses the Liffey into Temple Bar. Here, the narrow streets are alive with murals, paste-ups, stencil work, and installations that reflect Dublin’s artistic soul. By the time the tour ends, you will see the city’s walls, doorways, and alleyways as the open-air gallery they have become.

What’s Included

• Expert guided walking tour lasting three hours
• Commentary on street art, history, and Dublin culture
• Route covering Smithfield, Four Courts, and Temple Bar

Good to Know

• The tour starts near Smithfield Square - exact meeting point confirmed on booking
• Bring a camera as there are brilliant photo opportunities throughout
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended for cobblestone streets
• The tour runs in all weather conditions
• No entry fees required as all art is outdoors