Dublin
Kickstart your trip to Dublin
City Essentials: First Day • 2 hours
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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?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Susan
May 2025
We chose a private walking tour with City Unscripted to see some things off the beaten path. Our guide Jose was extremely knowledgeable and very flexible in accommodating what was of interest to us. Definitely recommend this private tour as an affordable way to see Dublin!
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Adel
May 2025
Derek was knowledgeable, enjoyable to talk to, and covered everything we were interested in.
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Susan
May 2025
Jose was very knowledgeable and personable. We really appreciated Jose’s flexibility to meet our interests
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Ryan
Apr 2025
Peggy
Apr 2025
The tour fitted what we wanted to see
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Michelle
Apr 2025
Paddy is an excellent guide: deeply knowledgable, a great storyteller, and completely familiar with the streets and secret places of Dublin.
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