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Walking Introduction to Dublin and Ireland
$335.74
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Dublin, Ireland’s capital. From the medieval grandeur of Christ Church Cathedral, where the Viking ruins meet stunning Gothic architecture, to historic Dublin Castle, witness to the rise and fall of empire. Then onto Temple Bar, where culture and nightlife collide, and, finally, the tranquil and elegant squares of Georgian Dublin.
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Walking Introduction to Dublin and Ireland
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Entrance fee
- Christ Church Cathedral admission fee paid on site if doing an internal visit
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Meet just outside the entrance to Dublinia.
Return details
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St. Audoen's ChurchWe'll meet at Dublinia and walk over to St. Audoen's, Dublin’s oldest parish church dating back to 1180, and the major religious centre in medieval merchant life.
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Christ Church CathedralWalk over to Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin’s oldest cathedral, founded by King Sitric Silkenbeard in 1030, and restored by Dublin’s largest whiskey distiller in the 1870s. Architecturally the cathedral is a remarkable example of the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic.
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Dublin CastleCross over to Dublin Castle, established by King John in the early 1200s. The castle remained the seat of English power in Ireland from then until the handover of power to the newly independent Irish state in 1922, following the War of Independence. We will visit Dubhlinn Gardens, the site of the original Viking settlement, and from where Dublin gets its name, as well as the internal courtyards.
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Temple BarWalk the cobbled stones of Temple Bar, an eclectic mixture of cultural and nightlife venues, exploring its vibrant and rich street art in its streets and alleys.
- A masterpiece of Palladian architecture, it was, on its opening, the first purpose built bi-cameral parliament in the world. (pass by)
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Trinity College DublinEstablished in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I it is Ireland’s oldest university, and home to the famous Book of Kells and the Long Room Library. As we cross the Front Square, we'll admire some remarkable examples of Georgian architecture.
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Merrion SquareWalk to Merrion Square, a fully intact Georgian Square dating from the 1760s and an example of 18th century urban planning. In the square’s park, we'll visit the statue of Oscar Wilde, the renowned 19th century playwright whose family home sits opposite at 1 Merrion Square.
- One of the great aristocratic Georgian Houses and currently home to the Irish parliament. Next door, we will see Government Buildings, a fine example of colonial architecture and one of the last government buildings erected under British rule. (pass by)
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St Stephens GreenWe'll finish at the largest Georgian square in the city and explore some of its art installations and sculptures which commemorate aspects of Irish history (eg. Famine, 1798, 1916 Rebellion).
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Walking Introduction to Dublin and Ireland
$335.74
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!