Top 10 Cultural Tours in Province of Leinster, Province of Leinster

The 1916 Rebellion is a crucial moment in Irish History and the event is still very much a part of Dublin today. Step into the past with a local and visit the spots where rebels fought for the freedom of their country. Plus hear about the events that brought Ireland to the point of rebellion. Start your local experience hearing about the Great Irish Famine. From the memorial to the ships that transported Irish people to America, this sad event is still remembered all over the city. Your local host will explain how the famine drove the Irish people to rebel on Easter Monday 1916. Swing by Arbour Hill Cemetary and Prison which is the burial site of 14 of the leaders of the rebellion. Then finish your historical experience in front of Kilmainham Gaol. Now a museum, this impressive building is a former prison and the spot where the rebels were imprisoned and executed.

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Kilmainham Gaol entrance ticket

The tour completed using full 360 degree videos for an immersive Experience, with live commentary from our lead guide Mark via zoom. See this Historic Irish Village (Howth) through the eyes of a local, his camera, Irish Humour and his Dog. This experience will let you live, feel & breathe the real Ireland as thou you were really here.

Inclusions: Various Start Times to Suits all time Zones, Interaction with the guide: you will be able to speak with the guide throughout the tour, Small Group Virtual tour that ensures personalized attention from your guide, Live Virtual Tour of Howth and its main highlights

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This tour covers a large part of the Wild Atlantic Way and Causeway coast. We head South to visit Cork, Blarney Castle & the Ring of Kerry, West to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, the Aran Islands in Galway Bay and North to the Giants Causeway.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Return Rail Tickets , Reserved Seats on the Train, Railtours Ireland Host Throughout, Visitor Attraction Admissions, Escorted Coach, Transfer to Inis Mor, Aran Island, Accommodation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals

You’ll spend the day with one of our Dublin hosts, who can’t wait to share with you their favorite places to hang out, where to get your hands on the best Irish food and show you the city through an inspiring lens. You’ll weave your way through a pocket of the city, discovering what makes it so special, and where the reputation as a famously friendly city comes from. Your day will be filled with whatever you’d like - the only guarantee is that there’ll be great craic - if you don’t know what we mean, ask your host! Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience, 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours with your host - Pick your preferred duration when booking!, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drink, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

You’ll spend the day with one of our Dublin hosts, who can’t wait to share with you their favorite places to hang out, where to get your hands on the best Irish food and show you the city through an inspiring lens. You’ll weave your way through a pocket of the city, discovering what makes it so special, and where the reputation as a famously friendly city comes from. Your day will be filled with whatever you’d like - the only guarantee is that there’ll be great craic - if you don’t know what we mean, ask your host! Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience, 8 hours with your host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drink, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Dublin is a magical place! On this private tour, get ready to discover the best highlights the city has to offer and pay a visit to the historic Dublin Castle to know more about the origins of this fascinating place. Get ready to experience Dublin the local way. Enjoy the city to the max and hear more about the origin, history, and culture of Dublin. Stroll past the oldest university in Ireland and visit the first purpose-built Parliament House in the world. See and touch Dublin’s history at the General Post Office, where the Irish fought for Home Rule in 1916. Follow your local host through Dublin’s districts and neighborhoods. Explore the O’Connell Bridge area and its landmarks that reveal the Irish people’s love for ‘craic.’ Stroll through the commemorative Dubh Linn Garden with a Viking past. And step into the birthplace of Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travel. Feeling thirsty? Why not a drink! Take a break at a famous local pub that was once a brothel, and enjoy a cider.

Inclusions: Local Guide, Private Tour, Entrance to the Castle, 1 alcoholic drink

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, Pick-up and drop-off

Full day tour departing from Upper O'Connell street (Outside the Gresham hotel) at 7;20am,Arriving at the Giants Causeway at approx 11am  Photo Opportunity of Dunluce Castle, Visit the Dark Hedges (Game of Thrones) and then you get too Carrick a Rede rope bridge where your crossing is included in the tour price. You will arrive back in Dublin City at approx 8pm

Inclusions: Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick a Rede rope bridge (Crossing included), The Dark Hedges (Game of Thrones), Luxury Coach with extra leg room and toilet on board, 4G W-Fi

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Lunch

Depart Dublin travel by luxury coach to Belfast for a black cab tour, followed by a trip to the Giant’s Causeway and then onto Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. From the comfort of your black cab, tour Northern Ireland's capital,see the landmark sites including the Belfast Docks,the Falls and Shankill neighborhoods.Stopping at various locations sign the Peace Wall, learn of Belfast’s tragic political history. 2 hour visit Tour the Antrim Coastal Drive to the famous rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway and take the perilous walk across the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.Upon arriving at the Giants Causeway you will receive a ticket offering admittance to the visitors centre.You will also have the opportunity to take a guided walking tour of the Causeway Coast.The walking tour is guided by a local Park Ranger. Visiting time at the Giants Causeway site is 2 hours.We then continue to the Rope Bridge, you will receive a ticket to walk across the bridge to small island,exhilerating. 90 minute visit

Inclusions: Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach with free WiFi, Professional guide, Transport by black cab in Belfast, Private guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop off

Visit Belfast’s Titanic Visitor Experience, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge on a full-day trip from Dublin! Open since April 2012 (100th anniversary of the ship's sinking), the 'Titanic' exhibition allows you to relive the tragic yet captivating story through interactive discovery zones and galleries.Visiting time 2 hours. After exploring the exhibition, travel along the spectacular Antrim Coastal Drive to the Giant’s Causeway to explore its dramatic cliffs and rock formations. Included is a ticket to the Visitor Centre and a guided walking tour is also provided by the local Park Ranger, it is optional choice if you want to take the walking tour.Visiting time 2 hours.Then, brave a hair-raising walk across the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.Traditionally the bridge was used by salmon fishermen, it links the main island to the tiny island of Carrick A Rede. Spans 20 metres and is 30 metres above the rocks, tickets are included. 90 minute visit

Inclusions: Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach with free WiFi

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Experience a real shepherd and his sheepdog at work , herding a flock of sheep at Glendalough. Hike around one of Irelands most amazing outdoor locations. Visit the Wicklow Mountains and the majestic Glendalough. You will experience the fantastic little city of Kilkenny, you can explore at your leisure the castles, abbeys, and city streets that have stood for hundreds of years.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off