Private Dublin Historical and Heritage Tour by Bike

About this experience

Doing a city tour by bicycle is a bit like a walking tour, but you get to see a whole lot more in the same amount of time. This tour is professionally led by a cyclist and qualified tour guide who was born and bred and lives in Dublin, so you get a local perspective of not just some famous highlights, but some lesser known hidden gems too! You can choose to hear live audio commentary on the move through a really neat custom designed App, and your guide can also provide you with a unique video route map, complete with captioned photos, video clips and music, sent to you after the tour via a secure personalised link as souvenir to share with friends and family and for memories to cherish!

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What you actually do

You get out at all 7 stops.

1. 1

   Grattan Bridge

   Stop at this historic bridge in the centre of Dublin. Rebuilt in 1875 on the foundation of the original bridge that was built in 1755. See the sites and hear the stories of the original custom house, the hotel connected with a famous rock band, the meeting point of two rivers from which Dublin gets its name, and lots…

   You get out here10 min

2. 2

   Dublin Castle

   Pass through the courtyard of the centre of government administration when Ireland was under British rule. Marvel at the juxtaposition of 18th and 12th century architecture where remnants of early Norman rule remain, at the confluence of over 700 years of Irish history!

   You get out here10 min

3. 3

   Dubh Linn Gardens

   Just around the corner from Dublin Castle, take moment to savour this city centre oasis with a rich heritage that will take your breath away. See the circular garden that was one the "dark pool" which gives Dublin its name.

   You get out here10 min

4. 4

   Saint Patrick's Cathedral

   Time to pause at this most interesting of street corners in Dublin. Envisage the mediaeval city walls in metal plates and in real life; stand at the birthplace of Jonathan Swift; discover the mis-translated street and hear the story of the suffragettes, arrested for throwing stones at windows

   You get out here15 min

5. 5

   Teeling Whiskey Distillery

   The rival to Christchurch Cathedral, stop off to take in the views of the majestic cathedral and gardens. En route, pass the birthplace of Jonathan Swift and the still intact Norman walls.

   You get out here5 min

6. 6

   The Liberties

   Passing though the tradition working class Dublin district that is the Liberties, stop by the famous Teelings Distillery and hear the incredible story of the great whiskey fire of Dublin in the 19th century

   You get out here5 min

7. 7

   Royal Hospital Kilmainham

   Pedal through one of Dublin's oldest residential districts, the working class heart and soul of city. Learn how it got its name and see the nineteenth and twentieth century architecture that characterises the area, and discover the intrinsic link with the Guinness business.

   You get out here5 min

Where the day happens

≈ 0.6 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover snacks, refreshments, drinks are not included — budget for those separately.

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.