Top-Rated Walking Tour of Scenic Coastal Dublin (Dun Laoghaire)

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3 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Hi! My name is Marina and I’m a 25-year-old Dublin native ready to show you my beautiful hometown! Together we’ll complete a half-day tour of captivating coastal Dublin, venturing beyond the city centre and into seaside villages full of antique charm and hidden gems. We’ll hear historical insights and modern-day recommendations as we explore like locals.

The tour starts in beautiful Dun Laoghaire and its surrounding areas of castles, harbors, museums and more, before finishing in one of Ireland's most charming villages where you can enjoy a meal at your own pace. This tour is a perfect shore excursion or a break from the busy city!

Please note that this is a walking tour and we walk in Irish weather so a raincoat is recommended! Feel free to reach out if you require further information or for private tour/group rates.

Looking forward to meeting you! :)

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Snacks
  • Train fare

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hartley's, 1Harbour Road, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Ireland

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We will meet outside Hartley’s Restaurant which is part of Dun Laoghaire Dart Station. Please see photos for a picture of the meeting point.

End point

Dalkey, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland

We will finish the tour at Dalkey Dart station. You can depart by train to the city centre, Dun Loaghaire (the starting point) or any other DART station from here.

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What To Expect

Dun Laoghaire Harbour

View and hear the history of Dun Laoghaire Pier and Harbour
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Maritime Museum of Ireland (Pass By)

Hear about Dublin’s unique maritime history from outside this beautiful museum
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People's Park

A beautiful local park. If you take the tour on a Sunday we spend extra time here to explore the farmer's market.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Metals

Walk through the historic Metals laneway and hear the railway history of Dun Laoghaire
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glasthule (Pass By)

A typical Irish village
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The Forty Foot (Pass By)

See Dublin’s most famous swimming point!
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James Joyce Tower & Museum

Enter the museum, hear the history, and climb the spiral staircase to the rooftop viewing point
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bulloch Harbour

View this stunning village harbour and hear about it's industrial past and modern day usage. We often see seals in the water or lounging on the rocks!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bulloch Castle

See this stunning medieval ruin and hear about how Dalkey once contained seven such castles, three of which we see on the tour
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dalkey

Walk through the most affluent village in Dublin where we will hear its fascinating Viking history and note recommendations for nightlife and dining
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre (Pass By)

View and learn the history of one of seven castles of Dalkey, including the story of this Norman castle and heritage centre.
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Dalkey Island (Pass By)

View this magnificent village island from our railway tour and hear its Viking and Catholic history
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-411838P1

Reviews

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