An alternative view of Temple Bar
An alternative view of Temple Bar
An alternative view of Temple Bar

What you'll do

No, Temple Bar is not just a pub. It is, in fact, an entire neighborhood. You’ll join one of our local Dublin hosts and take to the quaint cobbled streets of one of Dublin's oldest and most historic areas.

Situated on the banks of the River Liffey, Temple Bar is famous for its pubs, buskers, clubs, and vibrant live music scene, but with a host by your side, you’ll discover it’s much more than that.

Experience what many tourists never do and step back into the Middle Ages when Dublin had its hands full with Vikings (and not the dreamy kind we see on the History Channel).

You’ll also gain insight into the city’s Celtic heritage at places like the Irish Photography Centre, Temple Bar Gallery, and Project Arts Centre. But of course, no Temple Bar experience is complete without enjoying a Guinness or Irish whiskey at one of the many pubs.

Why not try the original Temple Bar, a local favorite for more than 160 years.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Join a like-minded host to discover the historic and cultural side of Temple Bar
  • This is one of the oldest parts of the city where you can see Viking and medieval Dublin
  • Visit the areas historic 160-year-old pub and enjoy a drink there
  • Explore cultural institutions like the Irish Photography Centre, Temple Bar Gallery and the Project Arts Centre
  • Soak up the lively atmosphere as you explore the colorful streets, browsing unique shops and chatting to your host about other special neighborhoods to visit in Dublin

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • A beer or soft drink per person
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    More than we could of hoped for. Eoghan was a terrific guide. Very professional and knowledgeable. We learned about Dublin's origins and the people that influenced its history. Any questions we had were all answered immediately. Looking forward to using City Unscripted in the future.

    May 2022

    Christopher L

    More than we could of hoped for. Eoghan was a terrific guide. Very professional and knowledgeable. We learned about Dublin's origins and the people that influenced its history. Any questions we had were all answered immediately. Looking forward to using City Unscripted in the future.

    May 2022

    Christopher L

    booked a 3 hour walking tour of the Temple Bar District in Dublin, Ireland. The company sent me an email survey which asked detailed questions about my goals for the tour. Several days prior to the tour, my assigned guide, Nishtha, contacted me to confirm my goals. She outlined an agenda for which I agreed met my goals. The actual tour was amazing and the best 3 hours. Nishtha realized at our walking pace that we could expand outside of the Temple Bar District. We walked throughout the City including many other amazing sights such as Trinity College, St. Stephen's Green Park, The Harp Bridge etc. Nishtha was very knowledgeable and prepared the best tour for me.

    September 2019

    Holly C

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