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James Joyce Ulysses Bloomsday Walking Tour with Expert Guide

New To The Site! Dublin, Ireland

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Step into the world of James Joyce, one of Ireland’s greatest literary geniuses, on this James Joyce Walking Tour of Dublin. Discover the city that inspired his masterpieces, from Dubliners to the groundbreaking Ulysses, as you explore key locations tied to his life and works.

Stroll through the streets of Dublin and visit landmarks like Eccles Street, the setting of Leopold Bloom’s famous journey, and Sweny’s Chemist, where Bloom bought his lemon soap. Learn about Joyce’s early life, his literary influences, and the city’s vibrant culture that shaped his writing.

Perfect for literature lovers and Joyce enthusiasts, this tour brings his stories to life while delving into the history and charm of Dublin itself.

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What's Included

  • Private Tour
  • Hotel Pick Up
  • Expert local Irish tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Eccles Street
Phibsborough, Dublin, Ireland

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

End point

Lincoln Place
Dublin 2, D02 VP65, Ireland

Tour will end in a central location, the tour guide can bring you to a taxi rank or recommend local eateries/shopping options.

What To Expect

Dublin

We will begin our tour at the Mater Private Hospital, the site of 7 Eccles Street, the home of Leopold Bloom.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin

Our next stop is George's Church featured in the Calypso episode: "A creak and a dark whirr in the air high up. The bells of George's church. They tolled the hour: loud dark iron." Joyce walked by this church everyday on his way to school.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belvedere College

The school attended by Joyce and Stephen Dedalus.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin

We will visit the home of Oliver St John Gogarty, the inspiration for Buck Mulligan.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Charles S. Parnell Monument

Discuss the legacy of Parnell and his repeated appearance in the works of Joyce.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

James Joyce Statue

No more fitting location for a Joyce statue than the centre of the Hibernian Metropolis.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trinity College Dublin

Rival of Joyce's University College and led by George 'Tinned' Salmon in Ulysses.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dublin

Davy Byrne's 'moral pub'. Blooms choice for a gorgonzola sandwich and glass of burgundy.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Library of Ireland

The Scylla and Charybdis episodes of Ulysses takes place in the library. Stephen presents his views on Shakespeare's life and work while Bloom pays a visit to inspect a plaster reproduction of a Greek statue.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Stephens Green

Visit Newman House where Joyce attended university and see the bust of Joyce in the park.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sweny's

We end our tour at the iconic Sweny's pharmacy, perfectly preserved as it was in Ulysses. Like Bloom you too can buy your bar of lemon soap.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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 James Joyce Ulysses Bloomsday Walking Tour with Expert Guide?

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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What's Included

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  • Private Tour
  • Hotel Pick Up
  • Expert local Irish tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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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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