Dublin Pub Crawls: 14 Nights Out Compared

1.Generation Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,457 reviews · from $16Our pick

Meet a local English-speaking guide at 4 Dame Lane for a five-hour crawl through five Dublin venues. Expect a welcome Guinness, free shots, drink deals, live music, and VIP entry to Copper Face Jacks. Guides such as Matthew, Lee, Brian, and Seoirse have helped lead lively groups, which may split into smaller parties on busy nights.

“This was a great way to meet some new people in the city. It was mostly tourists but Jonathan and Matthew did a great job guiding us to each pub and telling us a bit about the history of each place we went. I’d definitely do another one of these if I had the time”

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2.Dublin Literary Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,607 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Start at The Duke on Duke Street for a guided walk to four Dublin pubs, where actor-guides such as Colm, John, Frank, and Finbarr bring Irish writers to life with stories, readings, and music. Drinks are extra. The 2-hour-15-minute tour finishes at Davy Byrnes with a literary quiz and prizes.

“Take notes - they offered such good information! We enjoyed the stories and the music. The trivia game was a nice bonus.”

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3.Generation Pub Crawl Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 400 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $16

Start at 8 pm at 4 Dame Lane with a welcome Guinness and local guides, then head through Temple Bar and other nightlife spots for music, free shots and drink specials. The five-hour crawl ends at Copper Face Jacks, with free nightclub entry. Guides have included Brian, Lee, James and Oscar, though your guide may differ.

“Initially I wasn't sure which pubs we would go to and what type of crowd the experience would be geared towards, but I was so pleasantly surprised by every spot we went to! The bars and pubs were SO cool! A mix of authentic pub and trendy bar. The drink deals were great and our guides were funny and a joy to be around.”

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4.Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Start at the Spire at 6 pm, then visit Dublin pubs for Irish craft beer, Guinness, single malt whiskey and gin. Your local guide adds stories about pub customs and drinks; guides have included Rob, Sam, Connor and Jack. The evening ends with a traditional music stop, though its location can change.

“This is a fantastic night out in Dublin. Rob, the host is a great person so full of knowledge and fun. The pubs we visited were all different and the tastings really good, lots of beer, Guinness, whisky and G&T and a nice optional meal. We had a great time with Jenna, Nichole, Les, Caroline and Thomas and of course Rob. Highly recommended.”

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5.Traditional Pub Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 295 reviews · from $48

Meet your English-speaking guide by the Spire on O’Connell Street, then visit four local pubs for Irish craft beer, Guinness, single malt whiskey, and milk gin with tonic. Guides have included Connor, Martin, James, and Rob. Optional food costs extra; the tour finishes with traditional Irish music and returns to the meeting point.

“Connor was a really great Guide, we a had a lot of fun and learnt a lot about Irland and the drinking culture. Thanks for the great evening!”

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6.Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Ride from central Dublin into the mountains for three rural pub stops, with live traditional music at Johnnie Fox’s and views toward Dublin Bay from The Blue Light. The tour includes an English-speaking guide and round-trip transport for groups of up to 15. Food and drinks cost extra. Shane is a guide associated with the tour, but check who will lead your date.

“The excursion was amazing. Shane was the best. We had a fun group. He made sure everyone was having a great time. So great to see these pubs in rural Ireland. Highly recommend.”

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7.Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $116

From central Dublin, travel across the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains in a group of no more than 15, stopping at six rural pubs. Shane is the guide associated with the tour, and the day mixes mountain views, local pub culture, optional food and drinks at your own expense, and a final stop for traditional Irish music.

“Shane was amazing he made the whole tour so up beat manged to get to know everyone made sure we had a great time. He even dropped us off at our hotel as he was going right by. We met so many wonderful locals we definitely do this tour again .Dinner was wonderful and well organized!”

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8.Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

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

Spend an evening at the Merry Ploughboy Pub, a traditional music venue run by musicians about a 30-minute drive from central Dublin. Choose a show-only ticket or add a three-course dinner before an 8pm performance of Irish songs, humor, and stepdancing. Drinks cost extra, and transport needs planning.

“Lovely experience and would recommend it to any travelers or locals alike.”

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9.Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Ride from central Dublin into the mountains for a five-hour visit to three local pubs, including The Merry Ploughboy, The Blue Light and Johnnie Fox’s. Your guide introduces you to the places and their people; Shane is known for a warm, funny hosting style. Drinks and dinner cost extra, and traditional Irish music is part of the final stop.

“Great time! Shane did not disappoint. Very knowledgeable about alcohol and will give irish recommendations for whatever you like. Great music as well!”

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10.The Perfect Pint Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Start at the Guinness Storehouse at 2:30 pm, then travel by tour bus through Dublin with a local guide such as Bobby, Sean, Ken, Denis, or Keith. The three-hour route takes in Croke Park, the River Liffey, O’Connell Street, and Glasnevin Cemetery, with four historic pub stops and a Guinness-pouring experience mentioned by guests.

“My husband and I were the only people on the tour, which made it very nice. Sean was a great host! We loved the gravediggers pub, sitting in the snug and writing in the book. Sean dropped us off at the Bank for a late lunch, which was a great recommendation!!”

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11.City Pub Crawl Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 143 reviews · from $28

Meet your English-speaking guide at Trinity Bar on Dame Street for a four-hour pub crawl with a welcome drink, local bars, live Irish music and drink specials. The route lists three 45-minute bar stops before a late-night finish at D Two. Guides have included Brion, Nicola and Nicole, but names can vary.

“Always about the guide. Brion was terrific, helpful, and a perfect compliment to our trip. Must book this.”

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12.Traditional Pubs Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · from $31

Meet your local guide outside Utah Teapot in Smithfield for a three-hour walk to four traditional pubs. Hear about Irish pub culture and the stories behind stout, whiskey, ale and cider, then choose and buy your own drinks. Guides have included Kevin, Andy, Helena and Steve.

“Kevin was a great guide. we had a great time. Highly recommend!!!”

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13.Pub Crawl Walking Tour Through the Heart of Irelands Capital

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Starting at the Spire at 3pm, this small-group Dublin walk visits the GPO, the Oval Bar, the 200-year-old Palace Bar, and the Ha’penny Bridge Inn. Local guide Donal Gallagher shares pub and city stories, and the final stop offers a chance to pour your own Guinness. One pint is included; extra drinks are not.

“The tour ended up being just my friend & me so essentially private! It didn’t matter to Donal, we headed out and visited 4 pubs, had great discussions, learned a lot, got many recommendations & had a great experience! Wonderful afternoon!”

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14.Drinks on Foot: Dublin Traditional Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Join guide Kevin for a three-hour walk through four Dublin pubs beyond the usual tourist circuit. You’ll hear about Irish drink, pub culture and the city’s past, with recommendations at each stop. The tour starts in Smithfield at 3:00 pm and ends near the Guinness Storehouse. Drinks cost extra, with an average spend of about €25.

“Amazing tour guide, built a great rapport with all the group, was enthusiastic through out & very knowledgeable about all stops”

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