Dublin Storytelling Tour: Explore Irish Folklore & History

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Discover the captivating world of Irish mythology and folklore on a unique tour in Dublin. Uncover the stories that have shaped Ireland’s history and made Dublin a vibrant city.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Temple Bar - Our meeting point is in the very centre of Temple Bar, we will pass through most of the Temple Bar area on our way to Grattan Bridge
River Liffey - We’ll explore sites north and south of Dublin’s famous waterway
Grattan Bridge - One of the city’s favourite bridges that straddle the River Liffey, famous for its ornate, seahorse-adorned lamps, connecting Parliament Street to Capel Street
St. Michan’s Church - We stop outside this famous old church and talk about the role it has played in shaping some of the city’s secret tales as well as about some of the bodies it holds in its crypt. We also explore the grounds of the old Newgate Prison and Green Street Courthouse, a forgotten little corner of Dublin which has played an important (and all too often untold) role in our country’s History
GPO Museum - One of the city’s most impressive facades and arguably the most important building in the country. We’ll stop outside and explore the pivotal role that Irish Mythology plays in shaping modern Irish History
Garden of Remembrance - We’ll finish up our tour at the foot of Oisin Kelly’s famous ‘Children Of Sir’ Statue, in the centre of Parnell Square

What's Included

Guided walking tour of Dublin’s mythology, folklore, and storytelling.

Additional Information

This journey is exceptional and unique in the city; a quest into Ireland’s abundant heritage of narrations, observing how these tales have modified the trajectory of Irish History, sculpted the country, and crafted Dublin into the remarkable city it exists as today.

In Ireland, narrating tales is beyond just a hobby - it’s a masterful artistry that has simultaneously transformed the direction of history.

Location

3 Crown Alley

Crown Alley

Outside The Old Storehouse Pub, which is on Crown Alley in Temple Bar

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Scott

Aug 4, 2024

Very enjoyable tour! - The tour combined the mythology of Ireland with the history of Ireland and something of the local color of Dublin. Very entertaining and interesting.