Dublin LGBTQ Pride Historical and Cultural Walking Tour

About this experience

Together we’ll take a stroll through the streets of Dublin and explore some of the incredible figures of Ireland’s Queer History. From Irish revolutionaries to civil rights agitators, pride March pioneers to gender identity trailblazers; the Dublin Queer Tour is an exploration of Ireland’s incredible LGBTQ+ community, and the rich history of their story. Ireland has come a long way in advancing equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community, and there is much to be celebrated, so join us for this Queer Dublin tour to learn more about the struggles and triumphs.

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What you actually do

Of 7 listed stops, you get out at 6 and see 1 from the vehicle. Admission is not included at Trinity College Dublin.

1. 1

   Temple Bar

   We will meet at the heart of Dublin’s famous Temple Bar district, before embarking on our journey together

   You get out here10 min

2. 2

   Ha'penny Bridge

   We’ll cross Dublin’s most famous (and photographed) bridge, as we make our way off into our journey through Ireland’s queer history.

   Seen from the vehicle

3. 3

   GPO Museum

   One of the most culturally and historically important buildings in all of Ireland, centre stage of the 1916 Easter Rising. Here we will explore some of the gay figures that played pivotal roles in the events that unfolded during that fateful week, and how they are remembered to this day.

   You get out here10 min

4. 4

   Abbey Theatre

   Ireland’s national stage; the famous Abbey Theatre. We will delve into one of Dublin’s most inspirational contemporary gay icons, as well as their role in shaping the country’s modern landscape.

   You get out here10 min

5. 5

   Liberty Hall

   Here we’ll delve into the tragic and tumultuous circumstances surrounding the first ever gay pride parade in Ireland, as well as talking about one of Ireland’s most inspirational trans activists

   You get out here10 min

6. 6

   Trinity College Dublin

   At the oldest and most famous college in Ireland, we’ll learn about some of the famous LGBTQI+ alumni that have passed beneath it’s famous old arch, as well as explore the wider college green area.

   You get out here10 minAdmission not included

7. 7

   Meeting House Square By Sean Harrington Architects

   Looping back around through Temple Bar, we will explore the ever changing landscape of queer Dublin in the 1980s. We’ll talk about some of the incredible people who brought hope and light to a community, and learn about some of the great thinkers and change makers of the time.

   You get out here10 min

Where the day happens

≈ 0.5 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

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