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Travel Curious: Welcome to Dublin - Private Walking Tour
Explore the highlights of central Dublin on this fascinating private welcome tour of Ireland's vibrant capital city. Situated on the Liffey River and the Irish Sea, surrounded by mountainous countryside, Dublin has a history spanning over a thousand years.
The city has so much to offer, from its beautiful architecture and famous literary heritage to historic tales of the Vikings and Normans, the long fight for independence from the British, and its modern contemporary culture with picturesque cobbled streets, cafes, pubs, and general 'good craic!'
On your private walking tour, you will:
Get a comprehensive introduction to Dublin from a passionate local expert well-versed in Irish history;
Meet your guide by the James Joyce Statue, a tribute to the renowned Irish novelist;
Make your way to the General Post Office - one of Dublin's grandest Georgian buildings that served as the Headquarters of the Easter Rising of 1916;
Walk down the historic O'Connell's Street, the major thoroughfare of the city, renamed in 1924 after the Nationalist leader Daniel O'Connell, whose statue stands proudly at the end of the street;
Stroll along the banks of the Liffey, crossing over the Ha'Penny Bridge, a pedestrian cast iron bridge built in 1816, with wonderful views;
Stop inside the famous Temple Bar - popular with artists and poets, established in 1840, it is famous for its collection of 450 different types of whiskey;
Wander down Parliament Street, and stop to admire the magnificent Georgian architecture of City Hall, built in the 1760s - a popular wedding venue and working civic centre;
Arrive outside the impressive Dublin Castle in the historic heart of the city - one of the most important buildings in Irish history, built in the 13th century;
See the famous buxom bronze statue of Molly Malone, the fictional star of a popular Irish song;
Pass by the historic and awe-inspiring Trinity College complex, and learn all about Ireland's most prestigious university;
Hear about the famous Campanile and the impressive old library, famous for housing the 9th-century Book of Kells;
Walk past other historic buildings to St. Stephen's Green, a historic, tranquil and picturesque park in the centre of Dublin, famous for its role in the Easter Rising;
End your tour in the historic centre of Dublin, where you can visit one of the historic local pubs, perfect for a pint and a taste of true Irish charm.
Get acquainted with Dublin on this engaging private tour with a knowledgeable local guide, the perfect way to get your bearings and to get to know the historic heart of Ireland's lively capital. You'll see all the highlights of the city, including the General Post Office on O'Connell's Street, the lively Temple Bar, City Hall, historic Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and St Stephen's Green.
You'll learn all about life in modern-day Dublin, as well as its long history dating back over 1000 years, as you walk along its quaint cobbled streets, passing beautiful, grand Georgian buildings, crossing the Liffey River into the fun, artsy and bohemian district of Temple Bar. At Dublin Castle, the historic heart of the city and still a working governmental complex today, you'll hear about the Vikings, the Normans, and the country's long struggle for independence from the English. One of the most important buildings in Irish history, you'll be able to admire its 13th-century tower and surviving medieval structures.
Your guide can reveal how Dublin has witnessed everything from the Great Famine to the fight for Irish Freedom and how it has evolved into a leading country in the European Union, a thriving modern city. You will also find out about Dublin's rich cultural heritage, and the different events that take place all over the city, including the annual St Patrick's Day Parade that attracts millions of revellers every year.
You'll pass by the prestigious Trinity College and hear about the academic excellence and poetic and literary appeal of the city, which was the home of many luminaries like James Joyce, W.B. Yeats, and Oscar Wilde. Last but certainly not least, your tour will conclude with a scenic stroll through St. Stephen's Green, an iconic park in the heart of Dublin brimming with centuries of history. Once your tour comes to an end, your guide will be happy to recommend other things to see and do in the city or perhaps a top-notch pub nearby to enjoy a post-tour pint of Guinness.
However you choose to spend the rest of your day in Dublin, you will be left with a deeper understanding and a great affection for Ireland’s charming capital.
Explore the highlights of central Dublin on this fascinating private welcome tour of Ireland's vibrant capital city. Situated on the Liffey River and the Irish Sea, surrounded by mountainous countryside, Dublin has a history spanning over a thousand years.
The city has so much to offer, from its beautiful architecture and famous literary heritage to historic tales of the Vikings and Normans, the long fight for independence from the British, and its modern contemporary culture with picturesque cobbled streets, cafes, pubs, and general 'good craic!'
On your private walking tour, you will:
Get a comprehensive introduction to Dublin from a passionate local expert well-versed in Irish history;
Meet your guide by the James Joyce Statue, a tribute to the renowned Irish novelist;
Make your way to the General Post Office - one of Dublin's grandest Georgian buildings that served as the Headquarters of the Easter Rising of 1916;
Walk down the historic O'Connell's Street, the major thoroughfare of the city, renamed in 1924 after the Nationalist leader Daniel O'Connell, whose statue stands proudly at the end of the street;
Stroll along the banks of the Liffey, crossing over the Ha'Penny Bridge, a pedestrian cast iron bridge built in 1816, with wonderful views;
Stop inside the famous Temple Bar - popular with artists and poets, established in 1840, it is famous for its collection of 450 different types of whiskey;
Wander down Parliament Street, and stop to admire the magnificent Georgian architecture of City Hall, built in the 1760s - a popular wedding venue and working civic centre;
Arrive outside the impressive Dublin Castle in the historic heart of the city - one of the most important buildings in Irish history, built in the 13th century;
See the famous buxom bronze statue of Molly Malone, the fictional star of a popular Irish song;
Pass by the historic and awe-inspiring Trinity College complex, and learn all about Ireland's most prestigious university;
Hear about the famous Campanile and the impressive old library, famous for housing the 9th-century Book of Kells;
Walk past other historic buildings to St. Stephen's Green, a historic, tranquil and picturesque park in the centre of Dublin, famous for its role in the Easter Rising;
End your tour in the historic centre of Dublin, where you can visit one of the historic local pubs, perfect for a pint and a taste of true Irish charm.
Get acquainted with Dublin on this engaging private tour with a knowledgeable local guide, the perfect way to get your bearings and to get to know the historic heart of Ireland's lively capital. You'll see all the highlights of the city, including the General Post Office on O'Connell's Street, the lively Temple Bar, City Hall, historic Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and St Stephen's Green.
You'll learn all about life in modern-day Dublin, as well as its long history dating back over 1000 years, as you walk along its quaint cobbled streets, passing beautiful, grand Georgian buildings, crossing the Liffey River into the fun, artsy and bohemian district of Temple Bar. At Dublin Castle, the historic heart of the city and still a working governmental complex today, you'll hear about the Vikings, the Normans, and the country's long struggle for independence from the English. One of the most important buildings in Irish history, you'll be able to admire its 13th-century tower and surviving medieval structures.
Your guide can reveal how Dublin has witnessed everything from the Great Famine to the fight for Irish Freedom and how it has evolved into a leading country in the European Union, a thriving modern city. You will also find out about Dublin's rich cultural heritage, and the different events that take place all over the city, including the annual St Patrick's Day Parade that attracts millions of revellers every year.
You'll pass by the prestigious Trinity College and hear about the academic excellence and poetic and literary appeal of the city, which was the home of many luminaries like James Joyce, W.B. Yeats, and Oscar Wilde. Last but certainly not least, your tour will conclude with a scenic stroll through St. Stephen's Green, an iconic park in the heart of Dublin brimming with centuries of history. Once your tour comes to an end, your guide will be happy to recommend other things to see and do in the city or perhaps a top-notch pub nearby to enjoy a post-tour pint of Guinness.
However you choose to spend the rest of your day in Dublin, you will be left with a deeper understanding and a great affection for Ireland’s charming capital.
