Top Dublin Seasonal & Special Occasions

Discover Dublin’s rich literary heritage while absorbing the convivial ambience of traditional pubs on a literary pub crawl. Wander Dublin’s charming streets to visit sites and pubs that inspired some of the country’s most famous writers; enjoy refreshing pints of locally brewed ale and sample local specialties (own expense); and put your newfound knowledge to the test in a fun-filled literary quiz at the end of your tour. Delve into Dublin’s literary past and exciting pub culture with entertaining and informative actors during this enriching experience.

With so many activities offered in Dublin, it can be a challenge trying to figure out what to do while visiting. This Irish dance party offers a fun afternoon of dancing for an affordable price. See choreographed dance performances by professional Irish dancers, learn Irish dance moves from an award-winning dancer, and hear stories about Irish music, dance, and culture from a traditional Irish singer.

No one knows how to party like the Irish and what better way to join the fun than this great-value pub-crawl? Meet up with your local guide and like-minded partygoers for a fun evening including free Guinness, free shots, live Irish music a​nd craic. You’ll enjoy skip-the-line, free entrance to all venues with your newfound drinking buddies, experience the electric atmosphere of Dublin by night, visit up to five pubs & venues including Dublin's best nightclub. Great value tour includes entrance fees, free shots, drinks discounts and complimentary welcome Guinness.

Learn the history and stories behind traditional Irish music in a fun and informative way during this Dublin Traditional Irish Musical Pub Crawl, led by two professional musicians. Your guides, who are with you the entire tour, perform songs and instrumental Irish Jigs and Reels. A musical Dinner Show with Irish Dancing and a three-course meal is available at weekends. This Dublin experience is more like a moving concert, than a drinking pub crawl. Along with a lot of audience participation, you’ll enjoy an interactive evening of Irish music.

Delve into the darker recesses of Dublin’s haunted history on this evening gravedigger ghost tour. With your (slightly spooky) local guide, learn about the devastating human effect of the medieval plague, visit eerie local sites such as St. Audoen's Church, Kilmainham Jail, and The Glasnevin Cemetery. Hear how opportunist gravediggers made a killing (so to speak) on body snatching. Cap it off with a ‘ghoulish brew’ at Gravediggers Pub.

Avoid the crowds and explore Irish history in peace on this Book of Kells and Dublin Castle exterior tour. Visit the Trinity College Library, home to the famous Book of Kells—widely considered among the most important of all Ireland’s ancient treasures. Listen as your guide brings medieval Ireland to life, shedding light on the Book of Kells’ profound historical significance. Afterward, enjoy a guided walking tour around Dublin Castle’s mighty exterior. Visit the gardens and yards, and learn of the castle’s role as court, fortress, treasury, and jail.

Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish food, music and dance with an Irish show at the Belvedere in Dublin. Get set for a night of non-stop entertainment as professional Irish folk musicians and dancers take to the stage to perform Irish dances, jigs and reels. Tuck into a delicious typical Irish cuisine, sip a pint of Guinness (own expense) and maybe even get up on stage to try your hand at Irish dancing.

When your cruise ship docks, hit the streets on this sightseeing shore excursion that's perfect for everyone. Experience the beauty, history and culture of Dublin during a popular hop-on, hop-off bus sighting tour. Discover the best of the Emerald Isle, including historic buildings, iconic sites, ancient landmarks and vibrant nightlife at your own pace. With 28 stops along the way--including the Old Jameson Distillery, the National Art Gallery, St Patrick's Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse--this popular option ensures you don't miss a thing!

Arrange a hassle-free finish to your stay in Dublin with this private, door-to-door transfer service from your central Dublin hotel to Dublin International Airport. Simply meet your driver at your hotel and settle into your private, climate-controlled vehicle that accommodates up to eight passengers. Then, sit back and relax on your smooth and effortless journey direct to your terminal. Transfer services are available 24 hours, seven days a week to suit your schedule.

Take a Dublin rail tour to Blarney Castle, the medieval stronghold of southern Ireland. On this historical and cultural day trip, you’ll course through Ireland by train and coach, enjoying views of the lush countryside on your way to tour the castle grounds and plant a kiss on the Blarney Stone. Then take a city tour of Cork and visit the Queenstown Story Heritage Center in Cobh, Ireland’s largest emigration port.

Visit Dublin’s top sites on this guided, 2.5-hour, historical walking tour. See famous landmark locations like Dublin Castle, Trinity College, Temple Bar and many more. Stroll along the cobbled alleyways and learn about the city’s medieval past. Also, receive a discount at the Church, a popular café, bar, restaurant, club and tourist attraction rolled into one, and Abbey Theatre, also known as the National Theatre of Ireland. A complimentary map of Dublin is included.

The story of Dublin has taken many centuries to write, but that doesn’t mean it should take ages to see all the city has to offer. In roughly 90 minutes, walk through the cobbled streets of Dublin’s past and present and learn about the colorful events and characters that illustrate and give spirit to its long, proud heritage - from playwrights and whiskeys, to invasions, wars and world economic crises.

Explore Dublin at your own pace with a Big Bus tour; your 24- or 48-hour allows you to hop on and hop off wherever you like at any of 25 stops. Enjoy live guided or audio commentary that teaches you about Dublin's history and culture, and explore the small streets of Dublin on a guided walking tour. Hop on and off as many times as you like to explore Dublin highlights at your leisure, such as St. Stephens Green, Guinness Storehouse, EPIC the Irish Emigration Museum, Dublin Castle and others.

Escape Dublin for day trip along Ireland’s majestic west coast, traveling by both train and coach to the scenic Cliffs of Moher. Take a city tour of Limerick, see Bunratty Castle, walk through the charming Folk Park, admire the Burren and drive along Galway Bay.

Immerse yourself in Dublin's famous pub culture on this evening walking tour. With a pub-loving guide in the lead, you'll visit some hidden gems that tourists don't often find, as well as some of Dublin's best-known watering holes. Try some new craft beers, as well as Irish gin and craft whiskey.

Known for its bounty of seafood, bars, restaurants and, importantly, beer, the small historic fishing village of Howth is perched on the coast just a short drive from central Dublin. Join in a guided half-day tour, featuring a freshly caught three-course seafood lunch and a selection of North County Dublin’s finest craft beers. With this tour, discover the rich Norman and Viking history of medieval Ireland, as well as Howth's highlight landmarks and attractions.

For decades now people have believed that one can only experience the famous Irish nightlife in Temple Bar. It is true that those iconic cobbled lanes and renowned pubs have a magnificent charm, making it a must-do when visiting Dublin, but there is much more to our city and pub life. At OBNOXIOUS. Pub Tours our mission is to show you parts of our city that may be harder to find. We have a line up of five pubs, each from a different era, which translates to heritage, tradition, and history. Whilst our tour focuses on the more remote areas of the city, we finish things off in Temple Bar to make your experience of Dublin's nightlife as complete as possible.

Perfect for engagement shoots, surprise proposals, or just souvenir portraits, this private photography session pairs you with a professional photographer to capture your best moments as a couple. Explore the history-packed city on foot, stopping at landmarks like Dublin Castle, City Hall, and Temple Bar. Strike a pose with your loved one, and receive up to 100 downloadable photographs after the tour.

A private and fully escorted whiskey and beer tour of Dublin in executive transport, celebrating the city's most famous exports - Jameson Whiskey and Guinness Beer. It's a city tour with whiskey and beer in it's heart, your Host will bring the city to life as you travel through many different districts of Dublin. This a private tour for you and your travel companions only (with shared tour at Jameson Distillery Bow St. and private tour at Guinness Storehouse). We arrive at Guinness Storehouse at a little after 10am, before the masses. But don’t worry, we won’t be drinking beer right away if that sounds a little early in the day for you! Your Host will take you on a private tour of Guinness Storehouse. Then we travel across the River Liffey to Smithfield – to the original home of Jameson Irish Whiskey. Your Host takes you on a stroll of the buildings sharing ‘insider’ knowledge of the Jameson story and then you join the Bow St. Experience tour.

Discover traditional Irish pubs and nightlife in Dublin with a private guide during this evening tour. Meet your guide for a night of live music, local flavors, and off-the-beaten-path fun. Learn about Irish food and culture during four included tastings. Move between locations on foot, and explore new neighborhoods such as Smithfield. Spend a night with the locals in Dublin during this private tour.

Host Eimhear will welcome you into her home like an old friend with a warm hug, a cup of tea, and a slice of tea brack or a soda farl. She will guide you through as you make your own loaf of traditional brown soda bread, and she'll then demonstrate how to make a traditional Irish stew. While the breads are in the oven she will serve an Irish craft beer tasting, before sitting down to enjoy your meal of Irish stew and bread. She will provide you with a recipe booklet of her family recipes, and you will get to take your loaf of bread home with you.

During your time in Dublin, take a break from snapping selfies and asking strangers to capture shots by hiring a personal travel photographer. Choose from a selection of options, ranging from 30 minutes in one location to three hours in four locations, and allow a professional photographer to immortalize your vacation on camera. The itinerary of this private tour is customized according to your interests, and is an ideal choice for couples or families in Dublin.

Remember your trip to Ireland for a lifetime with this private photoshoot around Dublin. Head to famous landmarks in the city, or choose some of your favorite spots, for a fun and relaxed photo shoot with a professional photographer. Receive your edited photos straight into your inbox three days after your tour so you can share them with friends and family.