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title: Full-day Award Winning Private Dublin City Highlights Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Dublin
country: Ireland
price: 680
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.74
reviews: 66
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 16 of 28 (City Tours & Sightseeing)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/full-day-award-winning-private-dublin-city-highlights-tour/
---

# Full-day Award Winning Private Dublin City Highlights Tour

In our comparison: #16 of 28 in City Tours & Sightseeing, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Relax in a comfortable vehicle while admiring Dublin's fair city on this private full-day tour including a pickup from anywhere in Dublin. You will visit sights such as the Guinness Store House, Trinity College, St Patrick Cathedral, Kilmainham Gaol, Malahide Castle, Howth village and Summit, The Jeanie Johnson and the Phoenix Park among other sights of interest Dublin has to offer. You have the freedom to choose when to stop for photo opportunities and continue on your journey as you wish, while your driving guide helps you make the most out of your day. Expect to spend about 8 hours on your journey. 

Some attractions require pre-booking (Book of kells, Kilmainham Goal). Please let us know via messaging if you are sure you'll want to visit inside these attractions as we can help you book the correct times to ensure you get the best out of your day with us.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €680 per group/vehicle for the Full-day Private Dublin City Highlights Tour option; other options up to €900
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.74/5 from 66 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Touristy Ireland
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Booking: mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.74 from 66 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 61 of 66.

- 5 stars: 60 (91%)
- 4 stars: 1 (2%)
- 3 stars: 2 (3%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (5%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-day Private Dublin City Highlights Tour | €680 per group | English | Duration: 7 hours Pickup included |
| Larger Vehicle Space | €710 per group | English | Duration: 7 hours Larger vehicle for comfort: select this option if you really want us to provide a larger vehicle that can cater to 4 passengers. Pickup included |
| 5-7 People Touring | €800 per group | English | Duration: 7 hours Extra Large Vehicle (5-7): If you have 5-7 people traveling please select this option so we can book you with a minivan. Pickup included |
| 8 People (Larger Vehicle) | €900 per group | English | Duration: 7 hours Extra Large Vehicle (8): If you have 8 people traveling please select this option so we can book you with a larger minivan. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Transport by private vehicle/car
- Private tour
- Free Wi-Fi
- Driver/guide
- Round-trip private transfer from anywhere in Dublin

## Not included

- Entrance fees (to those that charge)
- Can collect directly from Dublin Airport for additional fee
- Lunch
- Gratuities

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- 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.

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 4 people per booking per vehicle
- A request is required in order to book for more than 4 passengers
- All vehicles are a saloon vehicle and licensed to carry 4 passengers. As this requires 3 persons to sit in the back seats it may get a little cramped should everyone be tall. To request a minivan please add this to your notes.
- Some attractions such as the Book of Kells and Kilmainham Goal will require pre booked tickets. If you wish to tour inside these buildings please let us know so we can help you book the correct times and send you their payment links to book these external tour attractions.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €680 | €340 |
| 4 | €710 | €178 |
| 6 | €800 | €133 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in City Tours & Sightseeing start at €18 per person.

## Compared with other City Tours & Sightseeing

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #16 of 28** | €680 per group | 8h | 4.74 (66) | private |
| [Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience Dublin](/ireland/dublin/tours/irish-rock-n-roll-museum-experience-dublin/?format=md) | €22 | 1h 15m | 4.94 (7448) | shared |
| [The Little Museum of Dublin Famous Guided Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/the-little-museum-of-dublin-famous-guided-tour/?format=md) | €18 | 1h | 4.91 (5154) | shared |
| [Interactive Living History in Dalkey Castle near Dublin City](/ireland/dublin/tours/interactive-living-history-in-dalkey-castle-near-dublin-city/?format=md) | €18 | 1h | 4.98 (206) | shared |

Ranked #16 of 28 in City Tours & Sightseeing by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €199, median €74; typical length 3h 30m. 9 of 28 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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