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Kilmainham & 1916: The 5 Best History Tours

5 reviewed

Kilmainham Gaol and the story of the 1916 Rising are among the most significant sites in modern Irish history, and they are best understood with a guide. Below are the tours that cover them: what each one visits, how long it takes, and what it costs. Book well ahead, as gaol tickets sell out early.

1916 Rebellion Walking Tour

1916 Rebellion Walking Tour - The build-up from the Great Hunger to Easter Week

1.1916 Rebellion Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,605 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Walk Dublin’s 1916 trail from the International Bar to the GPO, with a passionate guide and major sights for about $28.

“Lots of history. Very informative Guide was extremely knowledgeable, articulate, and spoke clearly and loudly.”

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Wicklow’s Historic Gaol Day Tour


2.Wicklow’s Historic Gaol Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · from $14Best value

Step into Wicklow’s Historic Gaol with holograms and audio that bring 18th-century prison life to life, plus kid-friendly scares.

“Informational and somewhat disturbing to think of all that occurred in the Goal. The history is worth seeing it in person.”

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Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour - Trinity College Dublin: Georgian Buildings and Big-Picture Dublin

3.Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $135

Private 3-hour Dublin tour: Dublin Castle, Trinity, Christ Church, Easter Rising context, free entries, and a drink tasting option.

“We had an amazing tour with Eamon. He was very knowledgeable and kept a quick pace, which we enjoyed. This allowed us to maximize our 3 hour tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who just wants to maximize a few hours.”

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The History of Dublin With Locals: 1916 Easter Rising PRIVATE Tour

The History of Dublin With Locals: 1916 Easter Rising PRIVATE Tour - Stop 1: The General Post Office (GPO) and why it anchors the story

4.The History of Dublin With Locals: 1916 Easter Rising PRIVATE Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

A private, local-led walk through Dublin’s 1916 Easter Rising sites, including the GPO and Garden of Remembrance, with flexible pacing.

“Really interesting history lesson and way to see the city. Put your comfy walking shoes on, you will see so much! Our guide was exceptionally prepared and knowledgeable.”

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Wicklow Historic Gaol: 1-Hour Tour

Wicklow Historic Gaol: 1-Hour Tour - Your 1-hour route: from the Gates of Hell to the spiral staircase

5.Wicklow Historic Gaol: 1-Hour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 56 reviews · from $14

Step into Wicklow Gaol for a 1-hour guided history tour with spiral stairs, prisoner stories, and eerie displays in Wicklow Town.

“A wonderful experience, to learn the unknown truth about the gaol was very interesting, it makes you think of those poor souls, men women and children who had to endure being incarcerated there,it was horrific times.We really enjoyed our historical tour it definitely takes you back in time and makes you leave counting your blessings.”

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