--- title: 2 Hour Walking Tour of Dublin's City Centre - Small Group lang: en type: tour city: Dublin country: Ireland price: 21 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 93 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 31 of 43 (Walking & History Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/2-hour-walking-tour-of-dublin-s-city-centre-small-group/ --- # 2 Hour Walking Tour of Dublin's City Centre - Small Group In our comparison: #31 of 43 in Walking & History Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This captivating walking tour isn't your average history lesson. We'll journey through Dublin's vibrant streets, transforming iconic landmarks like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College into portals to the past. Through storytelling, you'll experience Dublin's dramatic twists and turns, from Viking settlements to medieval intrigue, to the fight for Irish independence. More than just memorizing dates, this tour ignites your imagination and brings Dublin's rich tapestry to life. It's the perfect way to add depth and meaning to your Dublin adventure, ensuring memories that last a lifetime. This is a sightseeing walking tour focusing on the exteriors of popular attractions. Admission fees are not included, but your guide will share fascinating facts and stories about each location. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Let's meet outside the Gaiety Theatre on… - Starts 11:00, 14:30, 18:00: 3 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €21 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 93 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Dublin Walking Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 11:00, 14:30, 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.87 from 93 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 91 of 93. - 5 stars: 85 (91%) - 4 stars: 6 (6%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## What's included - A fun introduction to Dublin's history and culture with an engaging guide. ## Not included - All Fees and Taxes ## Itinerary 1. **Gaiety Theatre** (15m) - Get ready for an exciting Dublin adventure! This tour isn't just a walk-by – we will bring Dublin's history to life as we explore iconic landmarks. 2. **Saint Patrick's Cathedral** (15m) - - a place linked to St. Patrick himself and filled with twists and turns, from Anglo-Norman building to near ruin and a Guinness family rescue. 3. **Dublin Castle** (15m) - , built by the Anglo-Normans, started as a simple tower and morphed into a grand complex. Over the centuries, it served as a seat of power, prison, and even witnessed a daring jewel heist. 4. **Christ Church Cathedral** (15m) - Founded by Vikings in 1030, Christ Church Cathedral has witnessed architectural changes by various rulers, from Anglo-Normans adding Gothic flair to a 19th-century whiskey-funded restoration. I 5. **Temple Bar** (15m) - Once a maze-like neighbourhood with a notorious reputation, Temple Bar it's now a tourist hub with pubs, art galleries, and a vibrant nightlife scene. 6. **Trinity College Dublin** (15m) - Despite its turbulent past, Trinity College, is a renowned center of learning, famous for the Book of Kells and its beautiful campus. 7. **Bank of Ireland** (15m) - Once a center of Irish politics, the Old Parliament House witnessed everything from architectural inspiration for grand buildings to the Act of Union. 8. **St Stephens Green** (15m) - Stephen's Green Park boasts a fascinating past. Once an exclusive green space for Dublin's elite, thanks to the Guinness family, it's now a public park enjoyed by everyone. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11:00, 14:30, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Let's meet outside the Gaiety Theatre on South King Street. It's right next to the Select store and across from the middle entrance (or the second entrance if counting from the Grafton Street side) of St. Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. Ends: We end our guided tour at the Fusiliers Arch in St. Stephen's Green. This is the grand archway that marks the main entrance to the park on Grafton Street. It's also right next to the Luas tram stop. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Walking & History Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #31 of 43** | €21 | 2h | 4.87 (93) | shared | | [Dublin City Center Walking Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-city-center-walking-tour/?format=md) | €360 per group | 3h | 5.0 (618) | shared | | [Dublin Private Walking Tour: Highlights, Hidden Gems & Local Tips](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-private-walking-tour-highlights-hidden-gems-local-tips/?format=md) | €122 | 3h | 4.99 (795) | private | | [Dublin's Best Kept Secrets Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-s-best-kept-secrets-tour/?format=md) | €36 | 3h | 4.98 (569) | shared | Ranked #31 of 43 in Walking & History Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €6 to €302, median €30; typical length 2h 20m. 15 of 43 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/dublin-walking-tours/?format=md ## More in Dublin - All Dublin tours: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/2-hour-walking-tour-of-dublin-s-city-centre-small-group/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md