IRELAND
Ireland's standouts.
The 10 most popular historical tours in Ireland. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Small-group Dublin food tour with 8 tastings, Irish coffee, cheese, oysters, stew, and ice cream, ending near Grafton Street.
“Fun, interesting and some surprising food choices. Wonderful guide who included all participants. Minimum walking for anyone with limitations.”
2-hour Dublin history walk from Trinity to Christ Church with history-postgraduate guides. Eight key stops for $22.98.
“A fun and informative tour. A fantastic way to briefly learn about Ireland’s complicated history. John D. did a wonderful job of explaining how Dublin became what it is today while taking us to many of the city’s top sites. The tour took us past many significant historical sights which we then revisited later at…”
A 2-hour guided walking tour of Dublin’s top landmarks and turning points in Irish history for $22, led by Trinity-trained guides.
“The guide was excellent, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, I did not catch his name. He really knew his history and gave us both background and in depth.”
Train to Cork, Blarney Castle, then Cobh Heritage Centre with Titanic-era and emigration stories, plus time to shop and breathe.
“We had a great time visiting all of the sites on this trip, worth the price and definitely recommend. The guide did an excellent job giving historical information and when we got to Blarney Castle we really liked that we were given a solo opportunity to explore and experience the grounds on our own. We…”
Climb aboard the Jeanie Johnston tall ship in Dublin. Learn famine emigration stories, tour cramped decks, and view the Docklands from above.
“A very informative, entertaining trip which explained in detail the history of the original ship.”
A 1-hour haunted jail tour in Wicklow with holographic prison guards, recorded commentary, original cells, and kid-focused experiences.
“Inspired the grandkids to think about ancestory, really got them thinking. Cafe could add more child friendly dishes.”
1.5-hour Dublin haunted history walk with live English guides, cobblestone legends from Darkey Kelly to the Hellfire Club for $31.
“We had an amazing time on this tour! Lidyia made it not only interesting but also very funny! If you have her as your tour guide you’re lucky!”
A 2-hour Dublin walking tour with four donut stops, guided history, and a morning schedule that keeps your afternoon free.
“Jody was a dynamic and interesting tour guide on our Donut journey through Dublin. Charming, delicious and delightful. 10/10. Do yourselves a favor and go on this lovely outing!”
A 75-minute guided walk through Cork’s landmarks, river streets, and maritime past, ending at the English Market for easy onward exploring.
“I we enjoyed hearing about the characters of Cork, the rich history of refugees and ex slave heroes, the river history and architecture and music stories as we were here for the jazz weekend.”
A 1.5-hour after-dark Galway walk with a local guide on Halloween origins, murders, witch trials, and ghost stories.
“This dark history tour was great! Nicole, our guide, was very knowledgeable on Galway and all of the dark things that happened there. It was so nice to get history you would not normally get! Hidden gem of Galway tours”
