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Dublin Off-The-Beaten-Path Private Literary Walking Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore the library history of Dublin, a city that has produced many famous writers and poets over the centuries – see where they took their inspiration on this private, off-the-beaten-path walking tour. Discover the captivating life and times of Dublin’s literati on this tour of the capital of the Emerald Isle that many famous poets and writers called home.

What's Included

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional English-Speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation throughout experience
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Meeting Location

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Oscar Wilde Monument
Dublin, Ireland

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End point

40 Ormond Quay Lower
North City, Dublin 1, D01 R9Y5, Ireland

The tour will finish at The Winding Stair, a restaurant and bookstore. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

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Merrion Square

Start in Merrion Square, where a statue in honour of the legendary Oscar Wilde can be found, born in Dublin in the 19th century.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dublin

Explore the literary history of Dublin, a city that has produced many famous writers and poets over the centuries – see where they took their inspiration on this private, off-the-beaten-path walking tour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Saint Stephen's Green

Admire the abstract statue of William Butler Yeats by Henry Moore in St Stephen's Green, a prominent literary figure of the 20th century.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bewley's Grafton Street

Stop in at the legendary Bewley's on Grafton Street, a very old grand café with mahogany furniture and stained glass windows, where James Joyce, Patrick Kavanagh, Samuel Beckett and Sean O’Casey all visited.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Winding Stair

Finish by crossing the river to the famous Winding Stair Restaurant & Bookstore.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dublin Off-The-Beaten-Path Private Literary Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-255730P16

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional English-Speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation throughout experience
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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