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10 Best Historical Tours In 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.

10 Best Historical Tours In Ireland

Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks - Meeting at College Green, then finishing where the city starts walking

1.Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

Most Popular★ 5.0

Small-group Dublin food tour with 8 tastings, Irish coffee, cheese, oysters, stew, and ice cream, ending near Grafton Street.

“Experience was great- lots of history of Dublin along with a good collection of coffee and food samplings. Francesco was very knowledgeable, didn’t rush anything, answered all our questions with great recommendations for other things to do on a rainy weekend.”

1,718 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $125.77by Secret Food Tours

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2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin - Starting at the Henry Grattan Monument and Getting Oriented at Trinity College

2.2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin

★ 5.0

2-hour Dublin history walk from Trinity to Christ Church with history-postgraduate guides. Eight key stops for $22.98.

“The guide was really nice and explained really well. I had fun, even if the weather was freezing. Would definitely recommend.”

875 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $22.98by Historical Walking Tours of Dublin

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Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin

Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin - Quick take: what makes this Dublin walking tour worth your time

3.Historical 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Dublin

★ 4.7

A 2-hour guided walking tour of Dublin’s top landmarks and turning points in Irish history for $22, led by Trinity-trained guides.

“Our guide Jodie was knowledgeable, engaging, friendly, and quite funny. He imparted a great deal of information in a memorable and well-organized way, all while chatting with us and answering questions. We learned a lot and had fun while doing so! Highly recommended.”

865 reviewsFrom $22by Historical Walking Tours of Dublin

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Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train

Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train - Cork First: Getting to Blarney Without Wrestling the City

4.Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle & Cóbh Heritage Centre by train

★ 4.5

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…”

510 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $195.33by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Dublin: Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Irish Famine History Tour

Dublin: Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Irish Famine History Tour - Tall-ship trade in the 19th century (and why it sets context fast)

Wicklow’s Historic Gaol Day Tour


6.Wicklow’s Historic Gaol Day Tour

★ 4.5

A 1-hour haunted jail tour in Wicklow with holographic prison guards, recorded commentary, original cells, and kid-focused experiences.

“Informational and somewhat disturbing to think of all that occurred in the Goal. The history is worth seeing it in person.”

355 reviewsFrom $14.48by Wicklow's Historic Gaol

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Dublin’s Haunted History Walking Tour

Dublin's Haunted History Walking Tour - Meeting at Bernardo Square and why timing matters

7.Dublin’s Haunted History Walking Tour

★ 4.3

1.5-hour Dublin haunted history walk with live English guides, cobblestone legends from Darkey Kelly to the Hellfire Club for $31.

“Darragh was an extremely knowledgeable and passionate guide who knows all about Dublin’s history with its colorful characters and dark stories. For my friends and me this tour was one of the highlights of our Dublin trip. Highly recommended!”

345 reviewsFrom $31by Hidden Dublin Walks

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Deliciously Dublin: The Artisan Donut Walking & History Tour

Deliciously Dublin: The Artisan Donut Walking & History Tour - Your route: how the 2-hour walk is paced

Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour

Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour - Following the river under Cork’s curved streets

9.Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour

★ 4.7

A 75-minute guided walk through Cork’s landmarks, river streets, and maritime past, ending at the English Market for easy onward exploring.

“I loved the local stories the guide shared with us. Learning recent history as well as ancient. It was a great way to find our way around Cork City and plan a few extra stops.”

310 reviewsFrom $26by Titanic Trail Guided Walking Tour Cobh

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Galway: Dark History Guided City Walking Tour

Galway: Dark History Guided City Walking Tour - 1.5 Hours of Dark Galway: How the Tempo Works

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