Top Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours

Q: What are the best options for Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours are: Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin Newgrange and The Boyne Valley Tour Newgrange, Trim Castle and Hill of Tara Private Tour from Dublin Private Walking Tour of Dublin in 2 Hours Women in Irish History Feminist Dublin Walking Tour with Guide

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours are: St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour Haunted Dublin Walking Tour Dublin EPIC Museum Admission Ticket 90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include: St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour Haunted Dublin Walking Tour Dublin EPIC Museum Admission Ticket 90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Dublin?

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Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin

Escape to County Wicklow, the “Garden of Ireland,” on a private luxury tour blending ancient history, breathtaking scenery, and elegant gardens. Begin at Glendalough, a …More

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Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin

Escape to County Wicklow, the “Garden of Ireland,” on a private luxury tour blending ancient history, breathtaking scenery, and elegant gardens. Begin at Glendalough, a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$907

The Boyne Valley “the heartland of the Irish Nation” and the location of Ireland’s famous Battle of the Boyne, the ancient capital at Tara along …More

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Newgrange and The Boyne Valley Tour

The Boyne Valley “the heartland of the Irish Nation” and the location of Ireland’s famous Battle of the Boyne, the ancient capital at Tara along...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,084

Newgrange, Trim Castle and Hill of Tara Private Tour from Dublin

Entrance tickets for Newgrange are to be purchased by the customer separately online. It's best for customer to purchase entrance tickets separately online one month …More

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Newgrange, Trim Castle and Hill of Tara Private Tour from Dublin

Entrance tickets for Newgrange are to be purchased by the customer separately online. It's best for customer to purchase entrance tickets separately online one month...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$758

Private Walking Tour of Dublin in 2 Hours

Our Guide is a post-graduate of history from one of Dublin's leading universities. You will be taken on a historical walking tour through the medieval …More

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Private Walking Tour of Dublin in 2 Hours

Our Guide is a post-graduate of history from one of Dublin's leading universities. You will be taken on a historical walking tour through the medieval...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Women in Irish History Feminist Dublin Walking Tour with Guide

Step back in time and explore the remarkable stories of the women who shaped Dublin’s history on this Women’s History Walking Tour. From revolutionary leaders …More

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Women in Irish History Feminist Dublin Walking Tour with Guide

Step back in time and explore the remarkable stories of the women who shaped Dublin’s history on this Women’s History Walking Tour. From revolutionary leaders...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$457

Oscar Wilde Dublin Walking Tour with Expert Local Guide

Explore Dublin through the life of Oscar Wilde on this fascinating walking tour. Visit key locations that shaped Wilde’s career, including Trinity College, where he …More

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Oscar Wilde Dublin Walking Tour with Expert Local Guide

Explore Dublin through the life of Oscar Wilde on this fascinating walking tour. Visit key locations that shaped Wilde’s career, including Trinity College, where he...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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2-Day Cork and Blarney Castle Rail Tour from Dublin

Take a journey by rail and coach through Ireland's picturesque landscapes on this 2-day trip departing from Dublin. Kiss the famous Blarney Stone at Blarney …More

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2-Day Cork and Blarney Castle Rail Tour from Dublin

Take a journey by rail and coach through Ireland's picturesque landscapes on this 2-day trip departing from Dublin. Kiss the famous Blarney Stone at Blarney...

2 days

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$472

Embark on a leisurely cycle with a Self-Guided Bike Tour along the Grand Canal Greenway, starting from Sallins. As you pedal through this picturesque route, …More

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Grand Canal Greenway Bike Hire

Embark on a leisurely cycle with a Self-Guided Bike Tour along the Grand Canal Greenway, starting from Sallins. As you pedal through this picturesque route,...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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Travelling Ireland is a well-established tour operator offering private walking tours in Dublin—meaning you’ll explore alongside just your travel companions, not strangers. Our guides are …More

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Dublin Private Walking Tour

Travelling Ireland is a well-established tour operator offering private walking tours in Dublin—meaning you’ll explore alongside just your travel companions, not strangers. Our guides are...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Private Half-day Tour of Dublin with pick-up and drop-off

Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland, located on the east coast of Ireland at the mouth of the River Liffey. Its historic …More

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Private Half-day Tour of Dublin with pick-up and drop-off

Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland, located on the east coast of Ireland at the mouth of the River Liffey. Its historic...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Dublin Temple Bar Tour with Jameson Distillery Whiskey Tour

Discover the meaning of the phrase “to drink like you're Irish” on a private walking tour of Temple Bar, Dublin's nightlife center. Extended option: skip-the-line …More

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Dublin Temple Bar Tour with Jameson Distillery Whiskey Tour

Discover the meaning of the phrase “to drink like you're Irish” on a private walking tour of Temple Bar, Dublin's nightlife center. Extended option: skip-the-line...

2 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Dublin To Waterford City NYT Listed Places - Private Day Tour

Discover the Secrets of Ireland’s Oldest City Ranked by The New York Times as a top destination for 2024, County Waterford invites you to uncover …More

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Dublin To Waterford City NYT Listed Places - Private Day Tour

Discover the Secrets of Ireland’s Oldest City Ranked by The New York Times as a top destination for 2024, County Waterford invites you to uncover...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Dublin Cruise Ship Port To Dublin City Private Shore Full Day Excursion Tour

Your professional private Chauffeur driver will meet you at your location and tour Dublin City in a stylish comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes Benz E Class 220. …More

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Dublin Cruise Ship Port To Dublin City Private Shore Full Day Excursion Tour

Your professional private Chauffeur driver will meet you at your location and tour Dublin City in a stylish comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes Benz E Class 220....

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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Skip-the-line Book of Kells and Dublin Old Town Private Tour

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Old Town & Book of Kells Book this tour to see …More

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Skip-the-line Book of Kells and Dublin Old Town Private Tour

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Old Town & Book of Kells Book this tour to see...

2 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Dublin One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private

You’ll spend the day with one of our Dublin hosts, who can’t wait to share with you their favorite places to hang out, where to …More

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Dublin One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private

You’ll spend the day with one of our Dublin hosts, who can’t wait to share with you their favorite places to hang out, where to...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Cliffs of Moher Private Full Day Tour From Dublin

You can expect an unhurried Private day tour from Dublin to The Cliffs of Moher in a comfortable hi-spec vehicle, stopping off to visit a …More

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Cliffs of Moher Private Full Day Tour From Dublin

You can expect an unhurried Private day tour from Dublin to The Cliffs of Moher in a comfortable hi-spec vehicle, stopping off to visit a...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Boyne Valley, Meath - Private Shore Excursion

The Boyne Valley is to Irish people what Israel is to Christians. The Boyne Valley is historically the most important part of Ireland. On this …More

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Boyne Valley, Meath - Private Shore Excursion

The Boyne Valley is to Irish people what Israel is to Christians. The Boyne Valley is historically the most important part of Ireland. On this...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,263

This Wallking Tour is a combination of U2s and local Dublin history. Our Tour Guide, in this unique Walking Tour, will take you through the …More

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Dublin: U2 Walking Tour

This Wallking Tour is a combination of U2s and local Dublin history. Our Tour Guide, in this unique Walking Tour, will take you through the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Luxury Private Day Tour to the Cliffs of Moher

Our Cliffs of Moher tour offers a personalized experience with expert guides who share captivating insights into the area's history and geology. With a super …More

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Luxury Private Day Tour to the Cliffs of Moher

Our Cliffs of Moher tour offers a personalized experience with expert guides who share captivating insights into the area's history and geology. With a super...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Chauffeur Driven Tour of Beautiful County Wicklow

From ancient monastic settlements, to fast flowing waterfalls descending into the deep lakes of wooded valleys, to majestic mountain ranges. To old country houses steeped …More

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Chauffeur Driven Tour of Beautiful County Wicklow

From ancient monastic settlements, to fast flowing waterfalls descending into the deep lakes of wooded valleys, to majestic mountain ranges. To old country houses steeped...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

Which Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Dublin Historical & Heritage Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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Got any more Dublin trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Dublin?