Internationally known, yet few realise that Halloween began here in Ireland. Long before pumpkins, costumes and trick-or-treating, the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter—a night when the veil between our world and the spirit world was believed to be at its thinnest. Join us as we uncover the origins of Halloween through Ireland's oldest legends. Hear the tale of Stingy Jack, discover the traditions that inspired a global celebration, and wander through Dublin after dark as centuries of folklore come to life. The evening concludes with a traditional Silent Supper, freshly baked barmbrack, and seasonal treats in one of our favourite independent cafés, offering a truly authentic taste of an Irish Halloween.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Welcome to An Irish Halloween. Tonight we’ll peel back the layers of Dublin and discover the city’s hidden side — where Samhain, the Celtic New Year, lingers in the shadows, and where tales of restless spirits are whispered on the wind. Halloween began here in Ireland, and tonight we’ll walk in its footsteps…
Many Dubliners have claimed to see a woman in a dark cloak crossing this bridge late at night. Some say she walks to the middle, then vanishes into the Liffey itself…
The Banshee is Ireland’s most famous spirit — a woman who wails to warn of death. Families in Dublin once swore they heard her cry echoing through these cobblestone lanes
Dublin Castle grounds: once Viking, then Anglo-Norman stronghold. Ghosts said to haunt the Record Tower. I n Celtic times kings would light fires to mark the turning year — power and death linked.
Christ Church crypt said to be haunted. Blend of Christian All Saints with older Samhain. Modern Halloween grew from these crossroads of pagan & Christian tradition.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
An Irish Halloween lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $73 per person for this Dublin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Our evenings festivities begins under the old Independent House Clock. The Building is long since forgotten yet ghost signs on the building tell of relevant past. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by The Retro Routes Experience Dublin.
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This tour was an awesome way to see different sights by walking around the city and ending with the silent supper, all while learning the Irish traditions.
Hi Kylee, It was lovely to meet both you and your husband. I am delighted you enjoyed "An Irish Halloween" with me. Keep in mind I am only ever a text away should you guys need me again. Enjoy your time in Ireland and thanks for the review!
A little walkingtour with Fun facts about irish “halloween”, ghosts and superstisions. Ciaran is a great storyteller and a great sense of humour.
Thank you so much for joining An Irish Halloween! I’m delighted you enjoyed the stories and a few of Ireland’s spooky traditions. It was great fun sharing the ghostly side of Dublin with you — especially at this time of year! I really appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another tour soon.
We had a wonderful time on this tour! It was the perfect blend of spooky stories and fascinating Dublin history. Ciaran was an outstanding guide- knowledgeable, engaging, and full of character. Ending the evening with the ‘silent supper’ created such a warm, family-like atmosphere and felt like a genuine local experience rather than a typical tourist event. We’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting!
Thank you so much for joining An Irish Halloween! I’m delighted you enjoyed the stories. A few of Ireland’s spooky traditions. It was great fun sharing the ghostly side of Dublin with you — especially at this time of year! I really appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another tour soon.
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