Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Dublin
A visit to the Jeanie Johnston is an experience the whole family will enjoy. It’s suitable for people of all ages. From tall ship fans to history buffs to curious kids, our guides will keep everyone entertained. Take a deep breath and go below deck to experience the cramped quarters where up to 250 passengers spent most of their time, only emerging for a half an hour of fresh air each day.
The Jeanie Johnston tells the story of the thousands of Irish people who fled the Famine and embarked on a treacherous voyage in the hope of a better life in North America. Step on board and be transported back in time, joining them on their grueling journey across the ocean.
The Jeanie Johnston an Irish Famine Story lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $19 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.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The experience is available in EN.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 120 verified reviews; it is run by The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story. Most-mentioned highlights: Guided Tour.
Our guide Katrina was outstanding. She made the harrowing experience of crossing the Atlantic in the mid-19th century come alive. Anyone with ancestors who emigrated to North America to escape the famine should take this tour for a better appreciation of what that generation endured.
Our guide Steve provided an incredible overview of the struggles the poor had leaving Ireland during the Great Hunger. Walking through the Jeanie Johnston brought the experience to life and was worth the visit.
We so enjoyed this 1 hour tour. We booked this in tandem with our visit to EPIC. Our guide, Gary, was very informative and entertaining! We learned a lot and enjoyed every minute!
We had a wonderfull time on the ship. Kate our guide was very good, she told the stories in a very passionate Way and made history come a live.thank you so much.
Taking the tour of the Jeanie Johnston was easily one of the highlights of my time in Dublin. It took almost an hour. The Great Famine is undoubtedly a heavy subject, but this tour balances that gravity with a truly remarkable, uplifting story. Learning about the ship's owners and crew—whose genuine care and humanity ensured not a single life was lost on board—was deeply inspiring. Our guide, Gary, was fantastic. He was informative, engaging, and brought the history to life with great care and depth. I left feeling so glad I took the time to do this tour. Don't skip it!
An absolute must do. Such a compelling story told with eloquence, compassion, humour, and Irish heart, by our tour guide Katrina.
Interesting tour. Great tour guide (Gary) West Ham supporter but we will forgive that. Tells the story of hope on this fabulous ship. Well worth a visit for an hour operate the Epic and near the famine memorial.
Really enjoyed the guided tour of the Jeannie Johnston and was perfect to do after the EPIC where we had heard about the "coffin ships". The tour guide Gary was really knowledgeable and engaging and he was happy to answer our questions. Seeing inside the boat and the conditions that people would have endured was fascinating especially given those who boarded the Jeannie Johnston were actually the "lucky ones"! Would recommend a trip aboard.
A very interesting and entertaining tour. Found out lots about the history of the great hunger and also the ship and how it compared to coffin ships. Fascinating. Outstanding guide - very knowledgeable and able to answer all questions. Highly recommended - thanks
This is a fascinating and accessible way to learn about one of the darkest episodes in Irish history - the great famine. Our guide Gary brought the almost unbelievable story of this ship to life, and was happy and able to answer any and all questions from the visitors onboard. My only complaint was that the hour simply flew by, and there wasn't much time to explore the displays in the ships hold.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Jeanie Johnston an Irish Famine Story | 50 min | 4.9 (120) | $19 | |
 Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour | 9h 15min | 4.9 (6,468) | $53 | View |
 Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour | 12h 30min | 4.9 (14,802) | $83 | View |
 Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings & Drinks | 3 hours | 4.9 (2,189) | $132 | View |
 Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway | 13 hours | 4.9 (24,796) | $89 | View |
 Dublin to Dunluce Castle, Giant's Causeway and Belfast Day Tour | 12h 45min | 4.8 (620) | $71 | View |
 St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour | 3h 30min | 4.7 (1,490) | $141 | View |