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Dublin on Foot: The 15 Best Walking Tours

45 tours  ·  from $17 a head

The centre is a twenty-minute walk end to end, which makes a guide the best value booking in the city. These 15 cover the highlights loop, the 1916 Rising, the literary pubs and the ghost stories, priced by length.

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour - Christ Church mixes landmark history with local lore
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Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

1.Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,020 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29Our pick

In two hours, an English-speaking guide leads you through central Dublin, linking Viking and medieval stories with landmarks such as Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, the Ha’penny Bridge, and Trinity College. Guides including Helena, Dan, Keith, Barry, and Dave are praised for lively storytelling, humor, and practical local tips.

“Such a great tour! Dan was knowledgeable, professional, and made Dublin’s history come alive. We also appreciated his recommendations for things to do around the city. Highly recommend!”

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Dublin: Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour - Irish music at the Wall of Fame
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Dublin: Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

2.Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,140 reviews · from $27

Join an English-speaking, accredited guide for a two-hour walk through central Dublin, from Viking-era stories to Georgian streets and modern city life. The route takes in Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, Trinity College, the Liffey, and more, with guides such as Alan, Kieran, and Dave known for mixing history, humor, and practical local recommendations.

“Very informative and it covered the highlights. Our guide had a great sense of Humor. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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1916 Rebellion Walking Tour - See the Four Courts from across the Liffey
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1916 Rebellion Walking Tour

3.1916 Rebellion Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,605 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Start at Dublin’s International Bar for a guided walk through sites tied to the 1916 Rising and the struggle around it. Lorcan Collins has led the tour since 1996, though guides can vary. Expect political context, stories, questions, and, with some guides, songs. The route changes, and the walk can run longer than its advertised two hours.

“Very very informative and interesting! You can’t get enough of it and the guides are impeccable! You learn so much and at the same time it is truly enjoyable. Highly recommend”

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90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips - Viking Dublin, City Hall and Dublin Castle
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90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips

4.90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 916 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Walk from Aston Quay to Christ Church Cathedral with a local guide, passing O’Connell Street, the GPO, Trinity College, Temple Bar and Dublin Castle. Expect Irish history, city stories and practical tips for what to see, eat and hear next. Guides Alex and Sam are named in guest feedback. The tour costs $21.77 and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

“Alex was an awesome tour guide. Very passionate and extremely knowledgeable (Irish and local history, food and bars etc). If just arriving i definetly recommend this tour.”

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2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin - The old parliament at the Bank of Ireland
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2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

5.2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

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

Walk from the Grattan statue opposite Trinity College to Christ Church Cathedral with a history postgraduate guide. In about two hours, you’ll connect the Book of Kells, Temple Bar, Viking Dublin, the Four Courts, and Dublin Castle to Ireland’s political story. Guides have included Jody, Eoin, John, Daragh, and Colm. Book of Kells entry is not included.

“It was very interesting and informative. Directions on where to go next were very clear. The politics are always interesting”

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Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin - At a glance
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Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin

6.Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin

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

Walk central Dublin with an English-speaking guide who studied history at Trinity College Dublin or University College Dublin. The two-hour route takes in Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, City Hall and the Medieval City, linking landmarks to events from the Potato Famine and 1916 Rising to the Northern Ireland Peace Process. Guides such as Daragh, Colm and Jodie are known for lively storytelling.

“Tommy’s knowledge of history was evident & his passion to share. Loved his sense of humour too!”

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Dublin Traditional Irish 3 Course Meal Walking Tour with Local - Starting at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre
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Dublin Traditional Irish 3 Course Meal Walking Tour with Local

7.Dublin Traditional Irish 3 Course Meal Walking Tour with Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 755 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend three hours walking between three Dublin dining spots with a local guide, tasting Irish food and local beer or cider along the way. The tour starts at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, passes through Temple Bar and by the Molly Malone statue, and ends with an Irish coffee-making experience. Guides have included Lara, Ray, Grainne, and Deirdre.

“Give yourself a gift, and book this tour rather than reading one more review. Grainne is delightful, passionate, and well informed. She knows and loves Dublin, Irish history, and all things food and drink. Her stories were interwoven with history, culture, food, and a bit of craic. (An endearing Irish term.😊) Not only was the tour delightful, but we also later ate at one of the restaurants she suggested. That experience is now one of our top 5 meals in the world. Enough talk, just book a tour and tell her Mike and Linda say hello.”

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Dublin: Mythology, Folklore and Legends Walking Tour - Meeting the banshee, púca, and other Irish figures
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Dublin: Mythology, Folklore and Legends Walking Tour

8.Mythology, Folklore and Legends Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 703 reviews · from $27

Follow an English-speaking folklore guide for two hours from Temple Bar to O’Connell Street. Hear tales of Ireland’s mythical origins, fairies, ancient warriors, rebellions, and the Abbey Theatre, with guides including Helena, Lee, Emily, and Dave. The walk also visits lesser-known parts of Dublin and ends at its starting point.

“The tour was very interesting and fun, thx to Dave!”

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The Dublin Private Walking Tour - What the private format adds
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The Dublin Private Walking Tour

9.The Dublin Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 701 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

This three-hour private walk crosses central Dublin from Temple Bar to Merrion Square, pairing familiar sights with Irish music, political history, and local advice. Guides named by past guests include Pasquale, Conor, Sharon, and Seamus, though your guide may differ. Expect a flexible route, photo stops, and brief visits rather than long indoor tours.

“Really enjoyed the private experience and could spend time on areas of our interest. Pasquale was quite knowledgeable and had many good stories. Enjoyed seeing many parts of Dublin”

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Dublin City Center Walking Tour - Temple Bar, pubs and Irish music
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Dublin City Center Walking Tour

10.Dublin City Center Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 552 reviews

This three-hour Dublin walk links Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, the city’s cathedrals and Trinity College with stories of Irish history and culture. Guides including Álvaro, Bea and Mark bring humor and practical tips to the route. The tour is in Spanish, ends near the old Jameson distillery and costs $417.09 per group of up to 15.

“The tour was amazing! got to learn so much about the Dublin and Irish history, super recommended! however my ABSOLUTE highlight of the tour was BEA! The superb tour guide of Dublin! she is a gem, an absolute pleasure to be listeniRead more”

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Haunted Dublin Walking Tour - From Temple Bar to Dublin Castle
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Haunted Dublin Walking Tour

11.Haunted Dublin Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 550 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Follow a nationally accredited guide through central Dublin at 6 pm, from Temple Bar to St Stephen’s Green. Hear tales of alleged hauntings, Bram Stoker, grave robbing, witchcraft and the city’s darker past. Guides named in guest feedback include Ciaran, Deirdre, Ross and Lee. Expect a brisk, story-led walk, not a haunted-house attraction.

“We had a really fun time, this tour is a perfect blend of history, true crime and paranormal stories”

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Walking Tour of Dublin - Trinity College and Dublin’s literary side
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Walking Tour of Dublin

12.Walking Tour of Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 491 reviews · from $21

Starting at the Tourist shop at 12 Ashton Quay, this guided Dublin walk takes in O’Connell Street and the GPO, Trinity College, Temple Bar’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Wall of Fame and Christ Church Cathedral. Guides including Alex and Conor bring history, writers and whiskey into the story, with tips to help you plan the rest of your stay.

“Excellent and interesting walking tour of Dublin with our guide Tony providing a knowledgeable and witty delivery which made the time fly by. Highly recommended.”

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Dublin Highlights: 2.45-Hour Walking Tour in Italian - Dublin Castle and the history of British rule
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Dublin Highlights: 2.45-Hour Walking Tour in Italian

13.Dublin Highlights: 2.45-Hour Walking Tour in Italian

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 460 reviews · from $28

Join an Italian-speaking guide for a three-hour walk from College Green through Dublin’s central sights, including Dublin Castle, the cathedral facades, Temple Bar and the GPO. Guides such as Melania and Michela V. have led the tour. You’ll also get local tips for food, pubs and live music, plus dining and attraction discounts.

“Melania, our guide, has been very effective and her storytelling fun and interesting! Furthermore, she had been wonderful with my 8 years old daughter, keeping her engaged all the time. Not a simple one 😊❤️”

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Dublin: Trinity College Campus Guided Walking Tour - The Museum building and the Dining Hall
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Dublin: Trinity College Campus Guided Walking Tour

14.Trinity College Campus Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 392 reviews · from $18Best value

Meet a current Trinity student at the Bell Tower in Front Square for a 45-minute walk through Ireland’s oldest university. Hear stories about Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett and Bram Stoker, see the Museum building and Dining Hall, and learn about campus wildlife. The tour is in English and does not include the Book of Kells or Old Library.

“Fascinating. The undergrad who took us round shared her love of the place and could do whimsey”

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Dublin's Haunted History Walking Tour - Starting beside City Hall
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Dublin’s Haunted History Walking Tour

15.Dublin’s Haunted History Walking Tour

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

Walk from Bernardo Square beside City Hall with an English-speaking guide associated with PSI Ireland. Hear stories of Darkey Kelly, the Green Lady of St. Audoen’s, Dublin’s Hell and the Hellfire Club. Guides including Darragh, Dara, Finn, Lydia and Kate have led the tour.

“Our guide was a history teacher by day, and a guide at night. He knew a lot of history, and focused more on that than the actual haunting side of the story. We were entertained despite the cold temperatures walking around Dublin. We particularly enjoyed the story about Darky Kelly.”

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