Dublin Walking Tours: Guided, Themed & Free Tours

See Dublin on foot with a local guide. Choose history and hidden gems, James Joyce, ghosts and true crime, food or a musical pub crawl.

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Our top Dublin walking tours by theme

Not sure where to start? Pick the theme that suits you.

HighlightsEssential Dublin Walking TourA guided ramble through Dublin’s streets with MyBikeorHike.See tour → Hidden gemsHighlights & Hidden Gems Walking TourDublin Castle, Temple Bar and Trinity College, plus untold stories.See tour → LiteraryJoyce’s Dublin Walking TourThe north inner city places behind Joyce’s best-loved books.See tour → True crimeDublin True Crime Walking TourKidnappings, art heists, robberies and murders from Dublin’s past.See tour → GhostsLegends, Ghosts & GhoulsDublin’s legends, ghosts and ghouls with Alternative Dublin.See tour → FoodDublin’s Best Walking Food TourTaste Irish food at Dublin foodie spots with Golden Ticket Tours.See tour → Music & pubsMusical Pub CrawlA night of live music from professional musicians in Dublin pubs.See tour → CoastCoastal Walk of HowthCliffs, beaches and sea views on a guided Howth coastal walk.See tour →

Leopold Bloom walk LGBTQ+ walking tour Portobello The Liberties & the Coombe Howth with John the Man

Free walking tours in Dublin

On tip-based tours you book for free and pay your guide what you think the tour was worth.

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How to choose a walking tour

First visit?

Start with a highlights tour to get your bearings, then add a themed walk later in your trip.

Bring the right kit

Wear comfortable shoes and pack a rain jacket. Dublin weather changes fast.

Evening plans

Ghost tours and pub crawls make a good night out. History, literary and food tours suit the daytime.

Rain on the way? See our rainy day guide to Dublin or how to get around Dublin.

Dublin walking tours FAQs

How long do Dublin walking tours take?

Most city walking tours on Dublin 360 last about two to three hours. Check each tour page for its exact duration and meeting point.

Are there free walking tours in Dublin?

Yes. Free walking tours are tip-based: you book a place for free and pay the guide what you think the tour was worth at the end.

Do walking tours go ahead in the rain?

Most tours run in light rain, so bring a rain jacket and comfortable shoes. Check the operator’s policy in case of severe weather.

Which walking tour is best for a first visit?

Pick a highlights tour first. It covers the main landmarks and gives you your bearings, then add a themed tour such as ghosts, food or literary Dublin.

Can I book a private walking tour?

Yes. Several operators offer private walking tours of Dublin for families and groups. Browse the private tours in our listings.

Find your Dublin walking tour

History, ghosts, food or free: there’s a walk for every pace.

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