West of Capel St: Monasteries, Markets and Prisons

by Dublin Decoded

4.9 (27 reviews)
2 h
Dublin, Ireland
English

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Operator: Dublin Decoded
Duration: 2 h
Area: Dublin
Prices: Group 1 – 5 people €265, Group 6 – 7 people €371, Group 8 – 10 people €424, Group 11 – 12 people €477

About this tour

Monasteries, Markets, Courthouses and Prisons

Private Tour Rates

Group 1 – 5 people: (weekdays) € 250
Group 1 – 5 people: (weekends) € 300
Group 6 – 7 people: € 300
Group 8 – 10 people: € 350
Group 11 – 15 people: € 455*
Group 15 – 20 people: € 565*
Group 21 – 25 people: € 675*

*for this group size, price includes audio headsets.

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Recommended for people aged +15

Duration

Approximately 2 hours

About

The area of central Dublin just North of the river, bounded by Church St to the west and and Capel St to the East, is chock-full of History. The location of two ancient, now largely-vanished monasteries (the Dominican Priory of St Saviors and the once all-powerful Cistercian Abbey of St Mary) a plethora of old markets, at least 4 former historic Prisons, several churches, some fantastic architecture and archeology; and the setting for some extraordinary religious, penal, political and social history, this area is among the most exciting places in Dublin to explore on foot.

We’ll get in contact with you as soon as possible to arrange a meet up point.

Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus), Dublin decoded have implemented the following cancellation and refund policies until further notice.

  • Tour canceled 8 days or more: full refund
  • Tour canceled from 8 days to 96 hours: 85% refund
  • Tour canceled from 24 hours to 96 hours: 50% refund
  • Within 24 hours: no refund.

Picture credit: a superb painting of the Abbey of St Mary and the surrounding area, during the late Middle Ages, by the artist Stephen Conlin. From the excellent book “Dublin, The Story of a City” by Stephen Conlin and Peter Harbison. Published by O’Brien Press. Highly recommended.

Meeting point

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Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Dublin's west side on our "West of Capel St: Monasteries, Markets and Prisons" tour. Immerse yourself in the ancient monasteries, bustling markets, and intriguing prisons that define this historic area. From the tranquil grounds of St. Michan's Church to the lively stalls of Smithfield Market, this tour offers a unique blend of past and present. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Dublin's hidden gems.

What's Included

Guided walking tour with local historian, insights into Dublin's monasteries, markets, and prisons

Logistics

Start Location
Capel Street, Dublin
End Location
Smithfield, Dublin
Meeting Point
Outside the Black Sheep Pub, 61 Capel St, Dublin 1
Languages
English
Operator
Dublin Decoded
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