7 City Highlights Walking Tours in Ireland We Would Walk Twice

1.Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,020 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Walk from Temple Bar to Trinity College with guides such as Dave, Dan, Helena, Keith, Karl, and Barry. Expect Irish history, Viking and medieval tales, pub tips, Dublin lore, and a brisk city-center route. The tour is in English, costs $29.02, lasts about two hours, and visits outdoor sites rather than providing guaranteed interior entry.

“This was the best walking tour I’ve ever had. Our guide (Barry) was simply a stellar story teller and clearly passionately engaged with Ireland and Dublin and us, his audience. I learned a lot and felt really like I got to know the city and the country more. Great experience. The walking tour had just that bit of detail that you need to go from good to great.”

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2.Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,140 reviews · from $27

Walk central Dublin with an accredited English-speaking guide, visiting Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, Temple Bar, Trinity College, the GPO, and the River Liffey. Guides such as Ian, Keith, Alan, Dave, Kieran, Helena, and Emily bring history to life with humor, local advice, and stories about Dublin’s writers, rebels, and rogues.

“Karl was fantastic and made the tour fun and informative.”

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3.90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 916 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Start at Aston Quay and walk through O’Connell Street, the GPO, Trinity College, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, and Christ Church Cathedral. Guides Alex or Sam mix Irish history, local stories, and practical tips in a compact 1 hour 45 minute introduction. Expect plenty of questions, some traffic noise, and a history-first tour.

“Alex was a terrific guide. He was able to blend history and facts into interesting stories that kept your attention and helped you visualize what took place previously in the city and how it has contributed to its rich culture.”

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4.Dublin Highlights: 2.45-Hour Walking Tour in Italian

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 460 reviews · from $28

Walk central Dublin with an Italian-speaking guide, tracing the city from St. Patrick and Molly Malone to the 1921 treaty. You’ll see Trinity College, Dublin Castle, both cathedrals, Temple Bar, the Ha’penny Bridge, the GPO, and the Spire. Guides such as Michela V. and Melania are praised for clear storytelling and family-friendly energy.

“Melania, our guide, has been very effective and her storytelling fun and interesting! Furthermore, she had been wonderful with my 8 years old daughter, keeping her engaged all the time. Not a simple one 😊❤️”

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5.Sightseeing Walking Tour in German

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 231 reviews · from $34

Walk through Dublin’s Viking and medieval quarter, Temple Bar, both sides of the Liffey, and O’Connell Street with a German-speaking guide. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, the GPO, Trinity College, and unusual city details such as a former Lisbon tram café and a wobbly bridge.

“Unterhaltsame Informationsvermittlung, der man problemlos folgen konnte und es Spaß gemacht hat zuzuhören.”

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6.Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · from $14Best value

Spend two hours walking Kilkenny with a certified guide such as John, hearing clear, entertaining stories about the city’s rulers, scholars, churches, and famous citizens. The route covers Hightown, St. John’s Priory, Irishtown, the Black Abbey, and Kilkenny Castle. Tours run in English, French, or German, with private and small-group options.

“It was fantastic and excellent value for money . We loved our tour with John.”

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7.Highlights and Hidden Corners Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · from $31

This 2.5-hour English walking tour links Dublin Castle, Christ Church, Temple Bar, the River Liffey, O’Connell Street, and Trinity College. Guides such as Joe Brennan, John O’Flynn, Jacob, Katie, and Dave bring local stories to unusual stops, including a former cinema, a tram café, and a wobbly bridge.

“Wonderful tour!!! Guide (Dave) was so nice!! Very knowledge and funny, made sure everyone had a wonderful time and learned a lot!!”

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