Dublin
Kickstart your trip to Dublin
City Essentials: First Day • 2 hours
5.0
(193)
Kickstart your trip to Dublin
The perfect 2-hour experience for your first day in Dublin. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Explore the real Dublin with a knowledgeable local host as your guide
- Tailor your itinerary to suit your preferences and interests
- Discover city secrets, from hidden gems to iconic landmarks
- Immerse yourself in Dublin's vibrant and unique atmosphere
- Experience the friendly spirit that makes Dublin famous
- Get insider tips on the best places to eat, drink and explore
- Visit fascinating neighborhoods and iconic locations across the city
- Enjoy an authentic experience that only a local guide can provide
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
2 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
Walking experience
2 hours with your host
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuity (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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Tiffany
Oct 2025
Declan was amazing. He was funny, knowledgeable and really did a great job making the tour our own. Highly recommend Declan!
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Janet
Oct 2025
We had a delightful 3 hour plus Dublin walking tour with Ian. He was a lot of fun, knowlegable, easy going and willing to answer all sorts of questions.
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Michael
Oct 2025
Mick was a great guide and ambassador for the city. Very knowledgeable and took interest in what we were interested in. Very accommodating to suit our pace and interest. Would highly recommend.
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Dawn
Oct 2025
Our tour guide Jason was absolutely amazing! Knowledgeable, fun and so easy to relate with!
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Ron
Oct 2025
Great walking tour. Declan was very knowledgeable about Dublin and Irish history. A warm and engaging man who was an interesting and gracious host. Highly recommended.
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Julie
Oct 2025
Cillian was a great guide - he was very knowledgeable about the topics we were interested in, including history, architecture and local recommendations for food and drink. It was helpful to have taken the tour on the day we arrived since it gave us a good idea of the layout of the city.
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