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2-Hour Macabre Dublin Walking Tour

12 Reviews 4.92 out of 5 stars Based on 12 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Dublin, Ireland

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Overview

This is a 2-hour walking tour where we explore the lesser-known streets of the old city centre whilst describing the more gruesome parts of the history of Dublin.

On this Macabre tour you will discover a more sinister side to the history of our city and hear stories of torture, executions and serial killers.

From the heart of the city outside the GPO we head west through the previous Viking and medieval areas of the north inner city before crossing the river and finishing in one of the oldest parts of the city beside Christchurch and Temple Bar.

What's Included

  • Professional Guide.
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

O'Connell Street Upper
North City, Dublin, Ireland

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Fishamble Street
Wood Quay, Dublin, Ireland

The tour finishes beside Christchurch Cathedral and Temple Bar District.

What To Expect

The Spire

We meet beside the Spire, the 120 metre sculpture in the centre of Dublin.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

An Post General Post Office

We view the statue and hear the story of the Death of Cuchulainn.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wolfe Tone Park

We hear stories of Victorian-era grave robbers and the wedding venue of Arthur Guinness.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oxmantown

Outside the old fruit and vegetable market we describe the history of the Vikings in this area and we hear about some of the gorier aspects of Viking ritual!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Father Matthew Bridge

We describe the end for the soldier devoured by the man-eating rats.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Audoen's Church

We see the quarantine cages at the old city walls from the Black Death.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fishamble Street

We tell the tale of an infamous brothel keeper and her death by fire at the stake.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Michan's Church

We learn about the mummified corpses in the cellar and the legless serial killer.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2-Hour Macabre Dublin Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).

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