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Dublin's Literary History: Private Off The Beaten Path Walking Tour

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Dublin, Ireland

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Explore the library history of Dublin, a city that has produced many famous writers and poets over the centuries – see where they took their inspiration on this private, off-the-beaten-path walking tour. Discover the captivating life and times of Dublin’s literati on this tour of the capital of the Emerald Isle that many famous poets and writers called home.

What's Included

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional English-Speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation throughout experience
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Oscar Wilde Monument
Dublin, Ireland

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

End point

Ormond Quay Lower
North City, Dublin 1, D01 R9Y5, Ireland

The tour will finish at The Winding Stair, a restaurant and bookstore. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

What To Expect

Merrion Square

Start in Merrion Square, where a statue in honour of the legendary Oscar Wilde can be found, born in Dublin in the 19th century.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin

Explore the literary history of Dublin, a city that has produced many famous writers and poets over the centuries – see where they took their inspiration on this private, off-the-beaten-path walking tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Stephen's Green

Admire the abstract statue of William Butler Yeats by Henry Moore in St Stephen's Green, a prominent literary figure of the 20th century.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bewley's Grafton Street

Stop in at the legendary Bewley's on Grafton Street, a very old grand café with mahogany furniture and stained glass windows, where James Joyce, Patrick Kavanagh, Samuel Beckett and Sean O’Casey all visited.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Winding Stair

Finish by crossing the river to the famous Winding Stair Restaurant & Bookstore.
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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dublin’s Literary History: Private Off The Beaten Path 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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  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional English-Speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation throughout experience
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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