Neighborhood Discoveries • 3 hours 5.0 (6)

Secrets of Temple Bar: unveiling Dublin's historic gems

Historic neighborhood, glittering nightlife, zesty bars and cultural submersion

The weather in Dublin can change in a blink of an eye so dress in layers, carry a waterproof jacket and wear waterproof shoes

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Uncover the hidden secrets of Dublin's historic neighborhood, Temple Bar, with an expert host
  • Experience the neighborhood's fascinating Viking and Celtic heritage and explore cultural hotspots like the Irish Photography Centre and Temple Bar Gallery.
  • Sample a pint of Guinness or a shot of Irish whiskey at a local pub, and learn about the history of this iconic drink.
  • Venture off the beaten path to discover smaller, more intimate bars and pubs where you can mingle with locals and get a taste of the authentic Dublin experience.
  • Discover the vibrant street art scene and explore indie boutiques for unique finds that you won't find anywhere else.
  • Learn about the fascinating history and culture of the area with stories and insights you won't find in any guidebook.

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
A beer or soft drink per person
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Discover the hidden gems of Temple Bar, Dublin's historic neighborhood, on a personalized experience with a host with in-depth knowledge of the area. Explore cobbled streets and Viking history, and gain insights into the city's Celtic heritage at cultural hotspots like the Irish Photography Centre and Temple Bar Gallery. Of course, only a visit to Temple Bar is complete with sampling Guinness or Irish whiskey at a local pub.

You may want to venture to smaller, more intimate bars and pubs and mingle with locals or check out the neighborhood's street art scene and indie boutiques for unique finds. With your knowledgeable host, learn about the area's history and culture with stories and insights you won't find in guidebooks.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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What travelers think of this experience

Mr. Elan, Jan 2023

We were very happy with our Private tour. Our Tour guide was very knowledgeable, very flexible when our flights were delayed and we had a wonderful time. I would highly recommend.

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Christopher, May 2022

More than we could of hoped for. Eoghan was a terrific guide. Very professional and knowledgeable. We learned about Dublin's origins and the people that influenced its history. Any questions we had were all answered immediately. Looking forward to using City Unscripted in the future.

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Christopher, May 2022

More than we could of hoped for. Eoghan was a terrific guide. Very professional and knowledgeable. We learned about Dublin's origins and the people that influenced its history. Any questions we had were all answered immediately. Looking forward to using City Unscripted in the future.

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Holly, Sep 2019

booked a 3 hour walking tour of the Temple Bar District in Dublin, Ireland. The company sent me an email survey which asked detailed questions about my goals for the tour. Several days prior to the tour, my assigned guide, Nishtha, contacted me to confirm my goals. She outlined an agenda for which I agreed met my goals. The actual tour was amazing and the best 3 hours. Nishtha realized at our walking pace that we could expand outside of the Temple Bar District. We walked throughout the City including many other amazing sights such as Trinity College, St. Stephen's Green Park, The Harp Bridge etc. Nishtha was very knowledgeable and prepared the best tour for me.

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Andrew, Feb 2025

We had an amazing day walking around Dublin with our awesome guide, Tony. He planned a lot of great places for us to visit, but was also very open to our suggestions. It was a wonderful way to learn about the city, and gave us ideas for where to revisit on our own, when we had more time. Highly recommended!

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Richard, Feb 2025

Aurora tailored our 2 hours for our young kids. Her stories were excellent and the sights along the way were just right for us. They were gripped from beginning to end. Thanks.

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