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Granite Coast Private Guided Tour Dun Laoghaire to Dalkey
Dún Laoghaire
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Walk Dublin Bay's spectacular Granite Coast with a 4th-generation local guide and discover the stories hidden behind the scenery. Explore Dún Laoghaire, Sandycove and Dalkey while uncovering tales of High Kings, shipwrecks, Victorian engineering, literary giants and the people who shaped this remarkable coastline.
From ancient forts to Victorian grandeur, this walk reveals layers of history that most visitors pass by without ever noticing, bringing one of Ireland's most beautiful coastlines to life through story and place.
More than just a sightseeing tour, this is an opportunity to experience Dublin Bay through the eyes of a local. Enjoy hidden harbours, dramatic sea views, fascinating hi...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Umbrella (if raining)
Bottled water
James Joyce Tower & Museum
Transportation
Guinness (or any beverage - optional)
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Dún Laoghaire Harbour
Meet at the Harbour Plaza, in front of the Dun Laoghaire signage. For anybody on a cruise ship, this is a 2 minute walk from the disembarkation point.
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Granite Coast Private Guided Tour Dun Laoghaire to Dalkey
Dún Laoghaire
About
Walk Dublin Bay's spectacular Granite Coast with a 4th-generation local guide and discover the stories hidden behind the scenery. Explore Dún Laoghaire, Sandycove and Dalkey while uncovering tales of High Kings, shipwrecks, Victorian engineering, literary giants and the people who shaped this remarkable coastline.
From ancient forts to Victorian grandeur, this walk reveals layers of history that most visitors pass by without ever noticing, bringing one of Ireland's most beautiful coastlines to life through story and place.
More than just a sightseeing tour, this is an opportunity to experience Dublin Bay through the eyes of a local. Enjoy hidden harbours, dramatic sea views, fascinating hi...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Umbrella (if raining)
Bottled water
James Joyce Tower & Museum
Transportation
Guinness (or any beverage - optional)
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Dún Laoghaire Harbour
Meet at the Harbour Plaza, in front of the Dun Laoghaire signage. For anybody on a cruise ship, this is a 2 minute walk from the disembarkation point.
Learn the history of Dun Laoghaire from King Laoghaire in the 5th century through Christianity with St. Patrick to the shipwrecks that led to the building of the harbour, the arrival of Ireland's first railway and the development of the town as a royal seaside resort to a modern cultural hub.
15 minutes
2
National Maritime Museum of Ireland
From a position beside the museum we overlook the harbour and learn of how it was built, it's key features and the ghosts that frequent it.
15 minutes
3
People's Park
Learn the story of this regal park, the swimming baths opposite and Teddy's famous ice-cream parlour.
15 minutes
4
Sandycove Beach
Here or at the adjacent and famous 40-feet is a great opportunity to soak up the sun or take a dip and maybe a sauna.
20 minutes
5
James Joyce Tower & Museum
Learn about Joyce's Ulysses and view a Martello tower close up and learn of their history.
20 minutes
6
Bulloch Harbour
View the small but impressive harbour and castle.
10 minutes
7
Colliemore Harbour
View the island, tower and hopefully the local seal colony.
25 minutes
8
Sorrento Park
From a magnificent viewing point look over Dalkey Island and Killiney Bay.
30 minutes
9
Killiney Hill
A climb up the hill rewards the visitor with the best views on the East coast of Ireland.
