Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour
Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour
Explore Dublin’s gruesome stories of murder, torture, cannibalism, grave robbing, brothels, proposals to eat young children, unearthly worship and much more!We start our journey at Dublin Castle, where we will explore the torture of the past, speak of priest hunters and unearth why the upper courtyard was nicknamed the Devil’s Half Acre but behind the beautiful architecture is a brutal past.From here we’ll take the side streets to hear stories of cannibalism and of proposals to eat babies.As we delve further into Dublin’s dark past, we’ll enter an area once known as Hell. Uncover stories of brothels, witches, and the infamous Hellfire Club.Passing by the old city walls we’ll learn of grave robbing, The Black Pig, and finish with the very unusual case of a strangler and killer with no legs. Join us on this 2-hour walking tour as we weave our way through the city streets and back alleys to uncover Dublin’s Dark past.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Dame St Dublin Castle
*Tour does not enter Dublin Castle
15 minutesThe 40 Steps
The Tour Guide will explore stories of cannibalism.
15 minutesSaint Patrick's Cathedral
*Tour does not enter St Patrick's Church
15 minutesChrist Church Cathedral
*Tour does not enter Christ Church
15 minutesSt. Audoen's Church
*Tour does not enter St Audoen's Church
15 minutesSt. Michan's Church
*Tour does not enter St Michan's Church
15 minutesSmithfield Square
*End point is a Public Square
15 minutesIncluded
- In-person guide
- Small groups
- Eco-friendly
- Entry/Admission - The 40 Steps
Not Included
- Private transportation
- Dinner
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.