Guided Walks In Dublin

Dublin Walking Tours with a Dubliner

Those "free" walking tours in Dublin city center? They're usually led by English language students who just moved here last month. Want to see the real Dublin instead?

I'm Darragh, born and raised in Dublin. My tour is more like a walk with a local friend, than a historical date filled slog where you half expect a test at the end.

Why Choose My Tours?

You will

See the spectacular Dublin coastline
Walk through real Dublin villages
Get stories about modern Ireland from someone who grew up here
Learn about Irish culture, including why my dad is banned for life from Gaelic football
See Dublin's ugliest building in the post part of town
Hear why Ireland didn't want €16B from Apple
Get local tips for the rest of your Ireland trip
Keep it snall with groups of 8 or less

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The Howth Cliffs Tour (Fridays, 10am)

Take the most spectacular walk in Dublin along the Howth Cliffs, the smarter route to take, spot seals in the harbour, hear my family's fishing history in Howth, and get photos at the path the tourists miss.

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The Village Tour (Saturdays, 10am)

Experience a real Dublin Saturday morning. Browse the farmers market, walk through St. Anne's Park, see where and how Dubliners actually live, then get views over all of Dublin from the accidental beach island of Bull Island. This is my neighbourhood where I live, it doesn't get more local than this.

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The Sea Tour (Sundays, 11am)

Walk the stunning South Dublin coast from Dún Laoghaire to Killiney. Watch the famous Forty Foot swimmers, explore Ireland's most expensive village, walk Dublin’s Beverly Hills and learn what a 99 ice cream is, then get one from Teddy's.

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Tour Details

€25 per person
3 hours approximately
Small groups (max 8 people)
Easy to moderate walking
Multiple bathroom stops
Each tour ends near easy transport back to city center

Private Tours Available

Want a more flexible time or private experience? I offer private versions of any tour for families or small groups.

Book Your Tour

Email hello@irelandbylocals.com to reserve your spot. I'll confirm quickly with meeting point details.

Note: These small group tours fill up in summer. Book early to avoid disappointment.

"Darragh was such a great guide! Excellent communication throughout and he even made a video to help make sure I got to our meeting point easily and could recognize him. It was really special to see Dublin through the eyes of a local who has a lot of love for and knowledge about his community. The tours were exactly the experience I wanted; a mix of walking, history, chatting and beautiful scenery"