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The Dublin True Crime Tour

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Dublin, Ireland
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

“Obedientia Civium, Urbis Felicitas” Have you ever wondered what the words under the Three Castles Burning mean? Dublin has a long and rich criminal culture that goes all the way back to the vikings who first gave the city its modern name. If you have a love of history and gallows’ humour, then this is the tour for you!

On our two-hour walk we will explore crimes from Georgian to Modern Dublin, giving context for how criminality influenced the city’s history, and was itself shaped by that history in turn. From Tiger Kidnappings to Heart Heists, come and hear the tale of Dublin’s dark deeds…

Our tour has over 100 excellent reviews online and is ranked in the top tours on Key West Private Charters.

TOPICS
- Tiger Kidnappings
- 2009 BoI Heist
- Trinity College Murders
- Graverobbers
- Molly Malone and Dublin’s Red Light District
- Punishments and Torture
- Irish Crown Jewels Heist
- Veronica Guerin
- James David & the Chester Beatty
- Heart of St. Laurence
- Debtor’s Prisons

What's Included

  • Walking Tour

    Meeting Location

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    1 College Green
    Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 YT92, Ireland

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    End point

    High Street
    Merchants Quay, Dublin, Ireland

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    Bank of Ireland

    Hear the tale of Ireland's biggest hesist and the tiger kidnapping behind it.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Trinity College Dublin

    Delve into the old murders of Trinity and how the murderers were punished
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Molly Malone Statue

    Learn about both graverobbers and courtesans of 18th century Dublin
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Dublin Castle

    Hear the tale of Irish Crown Jewels Heist as well as the types of punishment that would be doled out from this infamous location.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Dubh Linn Gardens

    Visit the Veronica Guerin memorial and hear the story of a sneaky curator of the Chester Beatty.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Christ Church Cathedral

    Hear the tale of the Hear of St. Lawrence and its postmortem adventures.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Dublin True Crime 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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-191806P2

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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