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Dublin Private Walking Tour | Led by a Local Irish Guide

5.0(32)Dublin1 hour
VIATOR5.0(11)TRIPADVISOR5.0(21)

Description

Join David, a passionate local Irish guide, for a private walking tour that reveals the true spirit of Dublin. From Celtic and Viking origins through to the present day, explore iconic landmarks and discover hidden gems, along with the city’s best-kept secrets. Uncover the history, heritage, culture, and traditions that have shaped Ireland’s capital. Through captivating storytelling, history, local insights, and colorful anecdotes, David brings Dublin to life in a way that entertains and captivates his guests. Tailored entirely to your pace, this private guided walking tour offers an authentic, personal, and memorable experience of Dublin and Ireland. • This tour is exclusive to you/your family/group. • Best local tips & tricks. • Recommendations for the best traditional music venues, cafés, restaurants & local pubs. • Opportunities to pause for refreshments, photo stops, & restroom breaks. • Recommendations for additional activities & excursions in Dublin & beyond.

Tour Options

Dublin Private Walking Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

10 min

Welcome: I'm David, Irish & Local, and I look forward to providing you with an authentic, memorable and enjoyable tour experience here in Dublin. This Private Guided Walking Tour is exclusively for you/your family or group. We will meet and being the tour at The Molly Malone Statue, one of Dublin's legendary and iconic figures who is believed to have been a street trader in 18th century Dublin. Derived from the song of the same name, this is Dublin's unofficial anthem and has been sung down through the ages to this very day. Yes I will sing it if asked :-)

10 min

Stroll through the grounds of Dublin’s most prestigious & oldest college since 1592. Learn about the history, events and famous alumni who have graced this magnificent campus. External Visit. Book of Kells & Old Library are not included

15 min

Full of ancient history, we’ll visit Dublin’s Medieval and Viking past: exploring landmarks, ancient streets and buildings, discovering the people and events of Dublin’s oldest quarter, and stand upon one of the city’s most controversial medieval sites. External visit of Christchurch

15 min

We’ll visit Temple Bar, -not just a pub – but a quarter steeped in rich history, cobblestone streets, lane-ways & hidden gems, mighty music and those infamous pubs.

10 min

'An Gorta Mór' The Great Hunger. Visit Dublin's first official Famine Memorial and discover how one of Ireland's greatest tragedies led to the death of over one million people and contributed to a diaspora of over 80 million people today.

10 min

We'll visit The Oscar Wilde Monument in Dublin features a magnificent sculpture of Wilde by Danny Osborne. Situated in Merrion park, Wilde observes sites associated with his life. The memorial celebrates Ireland's greatest literary legend.

10 min

Stand on the Ha'penny Bridge and take in the views of Dublin over the River Liffey. Once the city's bustling trade route, the Liffey carried goods, gossip, and the rhythm of daily life. Traders' voices and the creak of wooden boats have given way to footsteps and laughter on the quays and Dublin’s most famous walkway that links the north and south side of the city.

10 min

We’ll visit the towering Spire on Dublin’s main thoroughfare, O’Connell Street. Discover the man who this street is named after and Henry Street, Dublin's second busiest pedestrian street.

10 min

Leinster House, which is the Oireachtas - Parliament of the Irish Republic, is a magnificent Georgian Palladian Palace once owned by the Fitzgerald family dating back to 1745. Full of history and stories of scandal galore. External visit, not internally accessible to the public.

15 min

Visit Dublin's GPO (General Post Office) — one of Dublin's most magnificent architectural buildings completed in 1818. It is most famous as the headquarters of 1916 Rising. Scars from the battle are still visible to this day.

10 min

We will traverse Grafton street taking in Dublin’s most vibrant and busiest bustling shopping quarter, alive with street musicians, boutique shops & Georgian architecture, a beloved street full of stories and lane-ways leading to some of Dublin's most famous cafes, restaurants and pubs.

10 min

We will visit Dublin's oldest street from where once the voices of Angels sang from. Discover one of the city's most ancient viking sites, which still causes huge controversy today.

15 min

Discover a hidden oasis, Magnificent Architecture Famous literary legends, Lives of Opulence & Grandeur, Social Scandals & Some Secret Stories.

10 min

A homage to Ireland's greatest musicians, some still rocking on while some have sadly departed, far too soon. This site also hosts one of the most important buildings in relation to the revival of Ireland's most influential traditional music talent.

10 min

A founding member of The Society of United Irishmen and a key figure in the 1798 rebellion, Wolfe Tone is widely seen as the father of Irish nationalism. This iconic monument stands as a lasting memorial to his legacy

Highlights

After the Tour receive a digital list for the best cafes, restaurants, pubs & Irish music venues.
Local Tips & Tricks & Recommendations
A private guided walking tour led by a qualified, licensed, professional guide.
Opportunities to pause for photos / refreshments / restroom breaks

What's included

Included
After the Tour receive a digital list for the best cafes, restaurants, pubs & Irish music venues.
Local Tips & Tricks & Recommendations
A private guided walking tour led by a qualified, licensed, professional guide.
Opportunities to pause for photos / refreshments / restroom breaks
Not included
Food & Beverages
Tickets/Paid Attractions

Pickup Locations & Times

Guests can choose to be met from the Lobby of their City Center Hotel/Accommodation or at the meeting point The Molly Malone Statue

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for babies or children under the age of 5 years

Reviews(32)

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Larry_G
June 23, 2026
Seeing Dublin with David.

David is a very interesting and involving guide. He’s was able to give us all the facts and details in a clear and concise manner. I had not realized we were the only guests with him so it felt have having a new friend taking us around the city of Dublin, and letting us in in all the history. We were blessed with a mostly dry and sunny day.

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kctinas
June 12, 2026
If you have on me day in Dublin, book this tour.

★★★★★ If you’re considering a tour in Dublin, book with David. When my husband and I miscalculated our arrival time, David graciously adjusted his schedule to accommodate us. That flexibility and kindness set the tone for the entire experience. David brought all of his Irishness to the tour—his humor, warmth, authenticity, and gift for storytelling made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we met him. He is not only an exceptionally knowledgeable guide, but also a generous and gregarious soul whose company we thoroughly enjoyed. A former actor, David has a natural talent for bringing Dublin’s history to life. One unforgettable moment was when he jumped up beside the Molly Malone statue and broke into song, delighting us (and everyone within earshot) one of Ireland’s most beloved ballads. It was spontaneous, charming, and perfectly captured the spirit of the city. As someone who travels extensively and takes guided tours around the world, I can honestly say that David stands head and shoulders above most guides I have encountered. His knowledge is impressive, but it is his heart, humanity, and passion for Ireland that make the experience truly special. We arrived as visitors and left feeling like we had been welcomed by a friend. Highly, highly recommended.

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Z2149PAbenk
June 1, 2026
Wonderful experience in the city!

My wife and I toured with David and had a wonderful experience! David was sure to ask us questions to get a sense of what we were interested in seeing and curated the tour accordingly. He was incredibly knowledgeable. I'd highly recommend seeing Dublin with David!

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272haraldp
April 30, 2026
Full immersion Dublin

We had a group of clients visiting Dublin and they had a bit of spare time for a tour of the city. David brought Irish history to life for them, engaging, informative, funny and always audible! Thanks for a great tour!

Operator response

Thanks Harald, It was great Touring with you and your group. Such a lovely bunch of people. So glad you all enjoyed it. Best Wishes for the future. Regards David

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rickmA9605NB
April 29, 2026
You “can’t not” take a tour with David

Having been introduced to Dublin (and Ireland) by David, it is hard to imagine a world in which we were NOT introduced to Dublin (and Ireland) by David. He is a human fireball of positive energy. If only the rating scale went to “11.” We were travel-weary from a redeye flight and were second-guessing our decision to take a tour of Dublin as opposed to taking a nap. We made the right call. David met us at 2:00 with high adrenaline and a smile. That, plus a cup of coffee, and we were off to the races. David’s knowledge of Dublin and Ireland is encyclopedic, he is an extrovert on steroids (without being overwhelming), and his storytelling/presentation skills are unrivaled. (He was a Shakespearean actor and it shows.). Don't be surprised if he breaks out in song and knows literally everyone he sees. As he got to know us as the tour progressed, he made judgment calls as to where to go next. For example, we briefly mentioned that we liked fine art and —- BOOM — we were inside Dublin’s Museum of Art and he was telling us a gripping story about a long-lost Caravaggio. He gave us excellent recommendations, which we followed up on. And, after we forgot to retrieve sunglasses that we asked him to carry in his backpack, he showed his kindness by traveling all the way to our hotel to drop them off. We had never been to Ireland before. He set the stage as nobody else could. - Rick and Molly

Operator response

Ah Thanks so very much Rick and Molly for such an Awesome Review. Delighted you enjoyed the tour and our time together. Much appreciated. All the best for the future. Regards David

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Karen_C
April 24, 2026
A great walking tour

My husband and I took this walking tour as a port stop on a cruise. David was our guide. We also wanted to visit Trinity College and the Book of Kells so David suggested that we complete our visit to those places first. This suggestion worked perfect so that we didn't have to cut our walking tour short. David was a fabulous tour guide! Since we are used to walking at home, we gave David free rein to go at his pace so that we could see as much as possible on our tour. Although it rained off and on throughout the tour, David was able to find places for us to get out of the rain while he talked. We walked a lot, learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed this tour! (Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.)

Operator response

Thanks Karen for your wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed the tour. All the best for the future. Best Regards David

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Arianna_O
April 22, 2026
Fabulous day on a Dublin walking tour

We had such a great walking tour of Dublin with David!! We did it on our second day of our trip and it was the perfect thing to do early on so we could get acquainted with the city. Felt like we saw all the must see stops and we got a great lesson in Irish history along the way. David really knew his stuff and was such a great storyteller. I definitely felt as if I learned a ton in the three hours we spent together! Would highly recommend for anyone new to Dublin and/or wanting to learn more about Irish history! You won’t regret doing this - the experience was 10/10!

Operator response

Hi Arianna, Thanks for such a great review. So glad you and Malcolm enjoyed the tour. It was great walking and talking with you. Best Wishes for the future. Regards David

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I8575QFkathryns
March 24, 2026
A great tour of the city

David gave us a great tour of the city. He gave us lots of infomation and stories tailored towards our interests and didnt assume prior knowledge. We were with him nearer to 4 hours than the 3 that we had booked, but he was enthusiastic and always had "just one more story...." right up until the point we parted company. Overall, we were very happy with our tour, and would recommend David as a guide.

Operator response

Hiya Kathryn, So glad you guys enjoyed the tour, it was great walking and talking with you all. Thanks again for booking. Best Wishes & Regards David

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christinacmurphy
February 28, 2026
We had a fantastic time...

We had a fantastic time exploring Dublin with David. He is energetic, knowledgeable and so much fun! I cannot recommend him enough.

Operator response

Ah Thanks Christina. much appreciated. Best wishes to You and Rob for the rest of your trip in Ireland. David

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Linda_L
November 21, 2025
Best Dublin Walking Tour around!

This was by far more than a five star tour! David came fully prepared with facts, dates, tons of information, energy, and smiles. He was extremely knowledgeable about every detail regarding Dublin history, architecture, geography, and the delightful tales of his people. David went above and beyond with songs and additional photos and items of interest in a portfolio he carried. He added a “wee bit” of extra time joyfully and graciously to make sure that my Dublin experience was magnificent! Very highly recommend!

Operator response

Thanks Linda for your wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure guiding you in Dublin. All the best for the future. Best Regards David

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