Dublin · DRINKING TOURS
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The best drinking tours in Dublin fill their calendars early. Here are the 15 that stand out, with live prices and what sets each one apart, so you can book while there is still room.
Dublin pub crawl from 4 Dame Lane with free Guinness and shots, drink discounts, live music, skip-the-line entry, and VIP access to Copper Face Jacks.
“For the price it was fantastic, free beer and shots are worth the ticket price alone. Tour guide was great and a good laugh. Would recommend doing this!”
Two Dublin pubs, two professional musicians, and Irish song stories. Reserved seating and sing-alongs, plus food for purchase. Drinks not included.
“We really enjoyed the pub crawl-it was very entertaining and informative! We learned a lot about Irish music and the instruments involved! The musician are excellent-very talented!”
Dublin’s literary pub crawl pairs actor-led storytelling with four historic pubs and a trivia quiz, finishing on Duke Street near Davy Byrnes.
“We had fun. Good way to see a couple pubs, the city and learn some literature. I thought the pace was nice and the group size was great. We met some other nice travellers. Frank and Finbarr did a great job”
A 5-hour Dublin pub crawl with free Guinness and shots, drink discounts, and skip-the-line nightclub entry—built for lively nights out.
“Book this experience!! I had the most fun ever, meeting people from around the world, exploring various bars in Dublin, and guided through it all by energetic and kind guides. The drink deals were great at each stop and we danced for 2.5 hours to end the night on a Tuesday. It’s been 2 days and I’m still recovering!! 10/10 experience”
A local-led Dublin pub tour off the tourist trail with craft beer, Guinness, whiskey, gin, and a traditional music session.
“This is a fantastic night out in Dublin. Rob, the host is a great person so full of knowledge and fun. The pubs we visited were all different and the tastings really good, lots of beer, Guinness, whisky and G&T and a nice optional meal. We had a great time with Jenna, Nichole, Les, Caroline and Thomas and of course Rob. Highly recommended.”
Dublin pub tour with craft beer, Guinness, Irish whiskey and milk gin tastings, plus live Irish music in real local pubs.
“Connor was great! We truly enjoyed our time with him learning about the beer, gin and whisky and about its history to Ireland”
A small-group craft beer and seafood walk in Howth, with chowder, local brews, Viking ruins, lighthouse stories, and tastings.
“Food and beer was amazing. Irish stories were fun to hear. The guide, Paddy, was knowledgeable and fun.”
Small-group afternoon pub crawl into the Dublin Mountains. Three rural pubs, live music, and scenic views, with transport from central Dublin.
“Had the most sensational afternoon with Shane visiting 3 wonderful rural pubs! Shane is so much fun, and really made the afternoon! There was wonderful food, Guinness and music! Highly recommend this tour, and can't wait to return! Thanks Shane!”
Small-group Dublin to Wicklow pub tour with scenic drives, six rural pubs, pay-as-you-go drinks, and trad music. Pickup included.
“Shane provided us with a fun and informative evening. The pubs were fun and a nice variety. We were taught some traditional Irish songs and were able to practice at the Blue Light. Dinner was outstanding. Shane was fabulous!”
Irish music and stepdancing at Merry Ploughboy Pub in Dublin, with an optional 3-course dinner. 3.5 hours. Drinks cost extra.
“Food was great! Entertainment phenomenal! Highly recommend this place!”
Small-group Dublin Mountain pub crawl: 3 local pubs, live music, and mountain views, capped at 15 with a mobile ticket.
“Do not pass over this tour when making reservations, it was a great way to mingle and relax with locals and other tourists. We started as a small group of strangers and with Shane’s charm, humor and knowledge we ended the tour as friends. The pubs and patrons made us feel so welcome and we even joined in a few sing alongs. I would 100% recommend this tour and our guide Shane. I would book again if I had the opportunity to return to Ireland.”
A small-group Dublin pub tour linking Guinness history, Croke Park, Glasnevin Cemetery, and four historic pubs with a Guinness pour lesson.
“Definitely a must do tour. Our guide was Sean he was absolutely amazing and so knowledgeable. By far the best tour of Ireland, for someone that doesn't drink Guinness or beer I became a fan. Thank you Sean your absolutely amazing!!!”
Four-hour Dublin pub crawl with a local guide: four venues, live Irish music, drink specials, and free entry to a late-night spot.
“Nicola was so helpful we had an amazing time in ireland bring on more rose tequila 😁”
Smithfield pub walk with a local guide: visit 4 traditional bars, learn how stout, whiskey, ale, and cider got their start.
“Kevin was a great guide. we had a great time. Highly recommend!!!”
A small-group Dublin pub crawl from GPO to classic pubs, with a complimentary Guinness and a pour-your-own finish.
“Such a nice tour. Donal is great, he is so friendly and is able to create an atmosfere to discover Dublin in the proper way.”
