Dublin

Dublin in a Day: Book of Kells, Guinness, Distillery & Castle

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Dublin in a Day Book of Kells Guinness Distillery and Castle
  • 8 hours
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Make sure not to miss any of the top spots in Dublin, and discover some lesser-known ones, too, on this small-group city tour. Pay a visit to the Book of Kells and Old Trinity Library at Trinity College, cross Ha’Penny Bridge and head to Temple Bar. Visit a few historic buildings, then make your way to Teeling Whiskey Distillery for a tour and then the Guinness Storehouse, where you can try a bit of Irish whiskey and a frothy stout.
  • Easily meet your guide and group at an easy to locate spot in Dublin
  • Check out the Long Room and the historic Book of Kells
  • Light a candle at St. Patrick’s Cathedral-Ireland’s beloved saint
  • Enjoy this guided tour with a small-group and make a few new friends

What's Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Full day guided tour of Dublin's must see sights and attractions
  • First access entrance to Book of Kells & Old Trinity Library
  • Historic centre walking tour including the grounds of Dublin Castle
  • Visit to whiskey distillery with guided tour and whiskey tasting and whiskey cocktail included
  • Visit to Guinness storehouse audio guided tour and pint of Guinness included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick up / Drop Off
  • Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Molly Malone Statue
    Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland

    We'll meet in front of the Molly Malone Statue located on the corner of Suffolk Street and St Andrew's Street (across the road from the big H&M store located at 24-27 College Green). Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign.

End point

  • Guinness Storehouse
    St. James's Gate, The Liberties, Dublin 8, D08 VF8H, Ireland

Ticket Redemption Point

Molly Malone Statue, Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland

What To Expect

Molly Malone Statue

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trinity College Dublin

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Book of Kells & Old Library

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ha'penny Bridge

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple Bar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Patrick's Cathedral

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Liberties

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Teeling Whiskey Distillery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Guinness Storehouse

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Operated by Walks - Ireland

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Great Day In Dublin
Sean_K, Apr 2024
Brian was an excellent guide and his knowledge and stories made the tour well worth it. His humor was a great addition to the tour as well. Definitely time well spent and simple with Brian having everything timed as well as providing the tickets for each location.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Sean, Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Brian as your guide. It's fantastic to know that his knowledge, stories, and humor enhanced your tour and made it a memorable one. We're glad to hear that everything was well-timed and organized, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. If you ever decide to explore more destinations with us, we'd be delighted to have you join us again! Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
Great tour for short stay or to see a ton of Dublin!
Mark_M, Apr 2024
Gabrielle Dempsey did an outstanding job! Id recommend any tour she is part of. But this tour covered so much, had history, fun, and of course a couple drinks. Liked it so much is bring my adult kids back to see same tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Mark, Thank you for sharing your experience! It's fantastic to hear that Gabrielle made your tour enjoyable and memorable. We're thrilled that you had such a great time and that you're planning to bring your adult kids along for the same tour. We look forward to welcoming you all back for another fantastic experience! Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
A great day in Dublin!
Ellen_C, Apr 2024
As always, another great Viator tour! Our guide Brian M. was wonderful, pleasant, friendly, engaged, knowledgeable, patient, and enthusiastic!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Ellen, Thank you for your review! It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed Dublin in a Day: Book of Kells, Guinness, Distillery & Castle tour with Brian! He sounds like a wonderful guide, embodying qualities that truly enhance the experience. If you're ever looking for more great experiences, we'd be thrilled to welcome you back on another tour. Warm regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
Cover the main areas of town and informative
Ron_J, Apr 2024
This was a very good experience. It covers most of the key places in the town. Gabrielle was great. Very informative and enjoyable. Would recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Ron, Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us. We're delighted to hear that you had a very good experience exploring the town with Gabrielle! It sounds like you got to see most of the key places and enjoyed her informative and enjoyable guidance. If you ever find yourself exploring other destinations, we would love to host you again for more memorable experiences. Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
Great experience
Joseph_P, Apr 2024
Brian was awesome. I feel a lot smarter now than I did before the tour. He’s very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about Ireland!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Joseph, Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Brian made your tour so enriching! It's wonderful to know that you feel you've gained more knowledge about Ireland through the experience. If you ever find yourself back in Ireland or exploring another destination, we'd love to welcome you on another tour to continue your journey of discovery! Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
Wonderful tour
Puja_A, Apr 2024
The Trinity College Tour, Book of Kells and the Distillery/Guneiss were great. Brian was an amazing guide.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Puja, Thank you for your fabulous review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Dublin in a Day: Book of Kells, Guinness, Distillery & Castle tour! Brian is indeed an amazing guide, and we're glad he could make your tour memorable. If you're ever back in the area and looking for more enriching experiences, we'd love to have you join us again! Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
The Perfect Dublin in a Day Tour
Kristin_S, Apr 2024
This day around Dublin with Brian was exactly what I wanted - and then some! It was a great way to see Dublin on my first day in the city and get the lay of the land to see what I wanted to circle back to later on in my stay. Everything was seamless - from being the first into the Book of Kells experience of the day, to having all the tickets ready and paid for at each stop. It made seeing all of Dublin’s top sites so easy. And Brian is just a wealth of information - I learned so much Irish and Dublin history and felt like I got a real sense of the city by doing this walking tour. I’d recommend this tour to any of my friends/family heading to Dublin!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Kristin, We're thrilled to hear that your day around Dublin with Brian on our Dublin in a Day: Book of Kells, Guinness, Distillery & Castle tour exceeded your expectations! Thank you for your kind words about the seamless experience, from being the first into the Book of Kells experience to having all the tickets ready at each stop. It's fantastic to hear that the tour made seeing all of Dublin's top sites so easy for you. And we couldn't agree more about Brian being a wealth of information! We're delighted to hear that you learned so much about Irish and Dublin history and felt a real sense of the city during the walking tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation! If you ever find yourself back in Dublin or exploring other cities, we'd love to welcome you back for another memorable tour! Best regards, Oleksandra Walks & Devour Team
Dublin in a day
Jerry_D, Apr 2024
Brian did an excellent job introducing us to Dublin history and current way of life. The Teeley Distillery, briefing and whiskey tasting was superb. Kudos to the Teeley guide. She was super professional and funny.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Jerry, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time exploring Dublin's history and current way of life on our Dublin in a Day: Book of Kells, Guinness, Distillery & Castle tour with Brian. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the Teeling Distillery briefing and whiskey tasting, and we're glad to hear that the Teeling guide made it a superb experience for you. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted that both Brian and the Teeling guide contributed to a memorable tour. If you ever find yourself back in Dublin or exploring other cities, we'd love to have you join us again for more unforgettable experiences! Warm regards, Oleksandra, Walks & Devour Team
Informative and Well Prepared
Hugo_G, Mar 2024
Brian was our tour guide and I could not have chosen a better guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, was very well prepared, extremely polite, and just an overall pleasure to be around.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Hugo, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Brian provided you with an exceptional tour. It's fantastic to know that his knowledge, preparation, and demeanor enhanced your experience. We hope to see you again soon on another one of our tours! Best regards, Sasha Walks and Devour Tours
Dublin in a Day
Jeff_S, Mar 2024
This was a great tour for whole family. Hannah was excellent guide, very entertaining and was great with teens. Very knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Jeff, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time on the tour with Hannah as your guide. It's fantastic to know that Hannah's expertise and entertainment made the experience enjoyable for everyone, including the teens. We strive to provide informative and engaging tours for guests of all ages, and we're delighted to hear that we succeeded in creating a memorable experience for your family. Thank you for choosing to explore with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another tour soon! Best regards, Sasha Walks and Devour Tours
Great tour of Dublin.
Todd_B, Mar 2024
This was our first trip to Dublin. David was our tour guide and did any amazing job, combining the history of Dublin, with current events and many stories. We would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Todd, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that David did an amazing job combining the history of Dublin with current events and stories. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future. Best regards, Sasha Walks and Devour Tours
Great walking tour
Janet_Z, Mar 2024
Our tour guide Brian did a great job to explain the Irish history. We had a great time and we really enjoyed it.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Janet, Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that Brian did a great job explaining Irish history and that you had an enjoyable time on the tour. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future! Best regards, Sasha Walks and Devour Tours
Great day in Dublin!
Kathleen_L, Nov 2023
A perfect way to spend d the day in Dublin. Brian was the absolute best guide! His knowledge of the history and storytelling made the experience that much better!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Kathleen_L, Thank you for providing us with this feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and cannot wait to see you back on one of our tours. Best, Sasha
A Must Do Tour
Susan_T, Nov 2023
Brian was an amazing tour guide! He knew so much about Ireland’s history and answered all of our questions. He shared information in a storytelling way that held our attention. He got us safely and timely through Dublin. We really enjoyed the Book of Kells, Long Room, Dublin Castle, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Teeling Distillery, and Guinness. What an incredibly fun filled and interesting day!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Susan_T, Thank you for the review provided. We are very delighted to hear that you had a great time with us and enjoyed every minute of it. We can't wait to see you on one of our tours again! Best, Sasha
We had an amazing day on...
Anne_C, Nov 2023
We had an amazing day on our walking tour in Dublin. Enjoyed all the stops especially seeing The Book of Kells at Trinity College. Brian was a great tour guide!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Anne_C, Thank you for providing us with this feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and cannot wait to see you back on one of our tours. Best, Sasha
Excellent day with a wonderful guide
Jeni_D, Nov 2023
Gabrielle was an amazing guide and shared wonderful stories as we visited the many sights of Dublin on this tour.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Jeni_D, Thank you for the feedback left! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time with us and have great memories of it. We look forward to seeing you with us in the near future! Best, Sasha
Such a wonderful...
Alexandra_P, Nov 2023
Such a wonderful experience! Perfect way to see Dublin in a day. Brian was so kind and knowledgeable - had a blast!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Alexandra_P, Thank you for the review provided. When we read such comments, we understand that all our hard work has not been in vain. We can't wait to see you on one of our tours again! Best, Sasha
One of our best tours
Lisa_P, Nov 2023
Glad we did this tour. All venues were well worth it. Our tour guide recently attended Trinity College and was very informative. Perfect tour of the city.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Lisa_P, Thank you for providing us with this feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and cannot wait to see you back on one of our tours. Best, Sasha
History class with drinks
Christopher_G, Oct 2023
If you want the full Dublin history you can't go wrong here. Fast passing the ques is more enjoyable than you could imagine. Brian is doing a very good job here.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Christopher_G, Thank you for providing us with this feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and cannot wait to see you back on one of our tours. Best, Sasha
Walking tour! Dress appropriately for the weather
Arlene_S, Oct 2023
Tour guide Shannon was extremely knowledgeable about Irish history. But there were places on the walk that were not open to visit which required standing outside to hear about the history.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Arlene_S, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the tour led by our guide, Shannon. We're delighted to hear that you found her extremely knowledgeable about Irish history. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by certain places not being open for visitation during the tour. While our aim is to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience, external factors sometimes impact the accessibility of certain sites. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back! Best, Sasha
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