I’ve been lucky enough to visit Dublin three times, and it’s a city that continues to intrigue me and inspire me. The energy in Dublin is absolutely magnetic, the people are more than kind, and it’s just an overall FUN city to visit. When visiting, I highly recommend joining a group tour so that you can experience the city to the fullest and below you’ll find the top 8 best tours in Dublin.
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Why You Should Book a Tour Early in Your Dublin Trip
I’m a huge fan of guided tours when I travel because I think it’s such a good way to meet people, learn from a local guided, and also get yourself oriented to the city. When you visit Dublin, there’s so much to learn and even so much to see outside of the city. By booking a tour on day one or two of your travels, you’ll get oriented, get recommendations, and feel prepared for the rest of your trip!
The Best Tours in Dublin
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder, & Mystery
If you want to experience a more morbid side of Dublin, you can’t miss this dark walking tour where you’ll learn about the haunting stories of Dublin’s past. Not only that, but you’ll also get a chance to visit some of Dublin’s most famous sites and hidden, haunted hangs. It’s the perfect tour for those who want to see the city on foot while learning about Dublin’s history.
- 2 hours
- Maximum 30 travelers
Book the Dark Dublin Walking Tour here!
Dublin to Belfast Black Cab, Dunluce Castle, & Giant’s Causeway
If you’re interested in visiting Ireland and Northern Ireland, you can’t miss this tour that takes you from Dublin to Belfast. Once you get to Belfast you’ll be able to learn the history of the city in Belfast’s famous black cab tour, visit the infamous Giant’s Causeway, and more. It’s the perfect tour if you want to visit two countries in one day!
- 13 hours
- Maximum 63 travelers
Book the Dublin to Belfast Black Cab, Dunlace Castle, & Giant’s Causeway Tour here!
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle, & Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
On this tour, you’ll get to visit Trinity College to learn about the Book of Kells, one of Dublin’s most famous artifacts. While you’re there you’ll also visit the Long Room and Trinity College campus. Finally, you’ll head to Dublin Castle to learn about the castle’s role as a jail, fortress, and more. The castle visit is only for the outside, not the inside.
- 2.5 hours
- Maximum 30 travelers
Book the Dublin Book of Kells, Castle, & Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour here!
Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Galway, & Wild Atlantic Way
The Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Wild Atlantic Way are all necessary stops in any Ireland itinerary. If you’re not planning on renting a car and driving yourself, I highly recommend this tour so you get to experience some of the most beautiful places in Ireland. Once you arrive to Galway, you have the option for a guided tour or to experience the city on your own.
- 13 hours
- Maximum 63 travelers
Book the Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Galway, & Wild Atlantic Way Tour here!
Dublin Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
If it’s your first time in Dublin, you can’t miss a walking tour that will help orient you to the city, teach you history about the city, and where you’ll meet a local and have a chance to get local recommendations. Which is why I highly suggest this Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour! Learn all about Dublin’s history and gain local insight from your guide; all while learning how to navigate the streets of Dublin.
- 2 hours
- Maximum 30 travelers
Book the Dublin Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour here!
Dublin Historical Food Tour (8 Food Tastings & Drinks)
One of my favorite ways to learn about a new city or country is through its food, which is why I always aim to join a food tour when traveling! On this Dublin Historical Food Tour, you’ll join a small group with a local tour guide who will walk you through eight different Ireland specialties.
- 3 hours
- 8 food tastings
- Maximum 12 travelers
- Option to upgrade to private tour
Book the Dublin Historical Food Tour here!
Dublin Jameson Distillery & Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
If you’re like me and love to experience a destination through food and drink, you can’t miss this distillery and Guinness tour – two of Ireland’s most beloved drinks! A perk of joining this tour is that you also get to “skip the line” which is great considering these are two of the most visited places in Dublin.
- 4 hours
- Maximum 30 travelers
Book the Dublin Jameson Distillery & Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour here!
Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
If you’re looking for a fun, unique tour to join – I recommend the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl. This tour covers Dublin’s rich literary history while exploring Dublin’s traditional pubs. At the end of the tour, you’ll participate in a fun quiz (with prizes for the winners) to see how much you learned!
- 2 hours 15 mins
- Maximum 4 travelers
Book the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl here!
Ireland Essentials – What You Need & Need to Know About Visiting Ireland
TRAVELING THROUGH IRELAND
- The easiest way to book train & bus tickets in Ireland is through Omio
- To book a flight to Ireland, I recommend a large booking platform or Skyscanner to compare options (if you’re from the US, sign up for Going for free, cheap flight alerts)
- For car rentals in Ireland, I recommend Discover Cars
- If you want a private driver waiting to pick you up at the airport, use Welcome Pickups
- I highly recommend travel insurance when traveling through Ireland – I use and recommend SafetyWing (read why here and here)
- If you need a SIM card, aloSIM for an easy and affordable e-SIM – use code “KYLEE5” for a 5% discount
- You will need a visa to visit Northern Ireland which you can get through the app, “UK ETA”
ACCOMODATION IN IRELAND
- To easiest way to book hotels in Ireland is through a large booking platform
TOURS IN IRELAND
- For tours and activities in Ireland, I recommend using Get Your Guide or Viator
- For food tours in Ireland, I recommend Devour Tours
- For walking tours in Ireland, I recommend Take Walks
WHAT TO BRING TO IRELAND
- Don’t forget a Ireland guide book or a Northern Ireland guide book to help plan your travels
- You’ll need a travel plug adapter (Ireland uses type G)
- My favorite luggage is Calpak
- My favorite travel backpack is Nordace
- Ireland can often be rainy – be prepared with an umbrella, rain poncho, and rain shoes
I hope that this guide helps you plan your Dublin trip! If you have any questions about visiting Dublin or any questions about the best tours in Dublin, leave a comment below.
For more information on Ireland, don’t miss…
- 10 Best Hotels in Ireland
- 10 Things You Can’t Miss in Ireland
- The Ultimate Ireland Packing List
- Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Ireland
For more information on things to see and do in Ireland, make sure to check out my Instagram page/highlight reel by searching “#ppinireland” or under my highlights for “Ireland”; alternatively, head to my TikTok and search for the saved “Ireland” highlight
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