--- title: Walk the Walls of Medieval Dublin - Private Group Tour lang: en type: tour city: Dublin country: Ireland price: 175 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 66 duration_minutes: 140 duration_max_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 14 of 43 (Walking & History Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/walk-the-walls-of-medieval-dublin-private-group-tour/ --- # Walk the Walls of Medieval Dublin - Private Group Tour In our comparison: #14 of 43 in Walking & History Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Dublin is not only a vibrant city, but it is also steeped in a long history dating to Viking times and before. This walking tour, led by a local "Dub" and qualified guide, will bring to life the medieval city, where you will discover interesting facts and hear fascinating stories right where they happened. As you go, your guide will point out useful landmarks and answer any questions you have. Subject to opening times (Apr - Oct), you will visit a medieval church where there has been services continuously for more then 800 years, included for free as part of the tour. As a unique point of difference, your guide can also provide you with a unique video route map, complete with captioned photos, video clips and music, sent to you after the tour via a secure personalised link as souvenir to share with friends and family and for memories to cherish! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet at the entrance to the tourist… - 9 start times: between 08:00 and 16:00 - Food not included: Snacks, refreshments, drinks are not… - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €175 per group/vehicle - Duration: 2h 20m–3h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 66 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: MYBIKEORHIKE - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 5.0 from 66 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 66 of 66. - 5 stars: 66 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Live commentary with a qualified local guide - Entrance to medieval church and visitor centre (subject to opening times) ## Not included - Snacks, refreshments, drinks are not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **City Hall** (pass by, no stop) - Our first landmark building is Dublin's City Hall. Built in the 18th century as the Royal Exchange, it later became the headquarters of Dublin Corporation, the city authority, before they relocated. Today, as well as hosting local government meeting, this fine building is a... 2. **Dublin Castle** (10m) - Rounding the corner an up the cobblestoned Castle Street, we enter the upper courtyard of Dublin Castle, the nerve centre of power and centre of government administration in Ireland for more than 700 years from the Anglo Norman conquest to the end of was under British rule in... 3. **Dubh Linn Gardens** (10m) - Proceeding to the rear of the castle, we visit the circular garden that was once the "dark pool" which gives Dublin its name. Here, we will pass such stored landmarks as the Garda Memorial, David & Goliath Statue, the Coachouse, the Special Olympics tribute and the Chester... 4. **Our first fully intact section of Norman walls, this time forming the souther...** (10m) - Our first fully intact section of Norman walls, this time forming the southern perimeter of the medieval city. Stories and anecdotes abound at arguably Dublin's most interesting street corner. Orientate yourself with the creative maps of the medieval walls engraved into the... 5. **Saint Patrick's Cathedral** (10m) - The rival to Christchurch Cathedral, stop off to take in the views of the majestic cathedral and gardens, where we'll trace the turbulent history from the Vikings, through to the Normans, the reformation, Oliver Cromwell, Guinness, and to the fine cathedral and gardens that... 6. **The Liberties** (pass by, no stop) - As we leave the looming spectre of St. Patrick's Cathedral behind us, we cross Patrick St to pass through an arched alleyway to enter one of Dublin's most renowned and historic neighbourhood, The Liberties. Indeed, the name itself originates from medieval times when parcels... 7. **St. Audoen's Church** (20m) - We continue our medieval journey to St. Audoen's Church , the capital's only remaining medieval parish church still in use. Dedicated to St. Ouen, its 15th-century bell tower houses the oldest church bells in Ireland! Ambling through St. Audoen's Park, a truly historic green... 8. **Ascending Winetavern Street, you walk the line of a former Viking market stre...** (10m) - Ascending Winetavern Street, you walk the line of a former Viking market street, famous for its taverns and now defined by the stunning Christ Church Cathedral towering above. We'll pass under the iconic, neo-Gothic covered bridge arching overhead, connecting the Cathedral to... 9. **Fishamble Street is so named for the market that was once a thriving hub** (pass by, no stop) - See where George Friedrich Handel first performed his Messiah and hear the macabre tale of the execution fo Darkey Kelly in the 18th Century, as we wind our way down to the River Liffey into the shadow of the 20th century local government office block that is Wood Quay. The... 10. **Temple Bar** (pass by, no stop) - As we crossing Parliament St., to our right behind an olive green facade is a quaint cafe, once a 17th century shop with an interesting connection with the Guinness family. Continuing along the cobblestoned street we are now in Temple Bar, the cultural quarter famed for its... 11. **Ha'penny Bridge** (10m) - A quintessential Dublin landmark, the Ha'penny Bridge is more than just a crossing; it's a piece of history! Officially the Liffey Bridge, this elegant cast-iron pedestrian bridge opened in 1816. Its famous nickname, Ha'penny Bridge, originates from the half-penny toll... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - 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 Meet at the entrance to the tourist information centre on Barnardo Square, Dame St, Dublin 2 Ends: The tour finishes at the Ha'penny Bridge, close to Dublin City Centre and Temple Bar ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Walking time for the attractions is already included in the total duration time ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €175 | €88 | | 4 | €175 | €44 | | 6 | €175 | €29 | 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 Walking & History Tours start at €6 per person. ## Compared with other Walking & History Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #14 of 43** | €175 per group | 2h 20m–3h 30m | 5.0 (66) | private | | [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 #14 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. 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