15 Historic Pub Tours in Ireland Worth Booking

1.Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $50Our pick

Start at the Spire with a local guide, then walk to Capel Street, Strand Street Great, Mary Street, and a final music pub. You will taste three Irish craft beers, Guinness, single malt whiskey, and Cork gin, with optional food and guides such as Rob, Sam, Connor, and Jack.

“Robert was a great guide. The variety of venues and beverages made for a fun tour. Last stop was a bit crowded so we opted not to stay long.”

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2.Traditional Pub Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 295 reviews · from $48

Meet the yellow umbrella by the Spire for four hours of Irish drinks, local pubs, and traditional music. You’ll taste craft beer, Guinness, single malt whiskey, and milk gin with tonic, guided by hosts such as Connor, Martin, James, Rob, and Michael. Food is optional and extra.

“We do not usually participate in group tours, but we decided to try this one on a whim, and so glad we did. It was really fun, informative, and we thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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3.Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Shane for a five-hour afternoon outing from central Dublin to three rural pubs in the Dublin Mountains. You will visit The Merry Ploughboy, Johnnie Fox’s, and The Blue Light, with live music, mountain scenery, local drink advice, and round-trip transport in a group of no more than 15.

“Shane is fantastic, spends time with all the guests and encourages the group to mingle and get to know each other, good fun, lovely pubs, great atmosphere and tasty beers! Great day!”

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4.Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $116

Spend about nine hours with guide Shane visiting six rural pubs across the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains. Ride from central Dublin in an air-conditioned vehicle, pay only for the food and drinks you choose, enjoy a meal at Glenmalure Lodge, and finish with traditional Irish music.

“Shane was fantastic. Great tour, yeah no beers built into the price, but I’m telling you, worth every penny. Scenery along the countryside was amazing and great interactions with those on the tour, the locals and Shane himself. Highly Recommend!!”

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5.Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Shane for a five-hour small-group pub crawl from Dublin into the mountains. Visit the Merry Ploughboys, Blue Light, and Johnnie Fox’s, meet local pub owners, enjoy scenic drives, and hear traditional Irish music. Drinks and dinner cost extra.

“Shane, our driver and tour guide, was funny and very knowledgeable about the pubs we toured, the beers and brewing techniques. Because the group was small, we were able to socialize and had a great time. Highly recommend!”

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6.The Perfect Pint Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend three hours with a small group of up to eight, traveling from the Guinness Storehouse through Dublin’s Quays, Croke Park, O’Connell Street, and Glasnevin Cemetery. Guides such as Bobby, Sean, Keith, Denis, and Ken lead you to four distinctive pubs, including the Gravediggers, with a Guinness-pouring lesson at the final stop.

“My husband and I were the only people on the tour, which made it very nice. Sean was a great host! We loved the gravediggers pub, sitting in the snug and writing in the book. Sean dropped us off at the Bank for a late lunch, which was a great recommendation!!”

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7.Traditional Pubs Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · from $31Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Utah Teapot in Smithfield for a three-hour walk through four traditional Dublin pubs. Guides such as Kevin, Andy, Helena, and Steve share stories about Irish ale, cider, whiskey, and stout. Drinks cost extra, with about €25 needed for tastings.

“Kevin was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. Great tour”

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8.Drinks on Foot: Dublin Traditional Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Start in Smithfield at 3 p.m. and walk with Kevin or Aoife to four Dublin pubs away from the main tourist circuit. You choose your drinks while the guide explains Irish ale, cider, whiskey, stout, food, music, and pub traditions. The tour ends near Guinness Storehouse and Temple Bar.

“You should book this tour with Kevin! Very knowledgeable in Dublin history. Extremely friendlly, awesome tour!”

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9.Private Dublin Pub Tour (Walking Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $236

Spend about four hours walking Dublin’s pubs with an Irish guide such as Ciaran, Austin, or Mark. Begin at Darkey Kelly’s near Temple Bar, avoid tourist traps, hear live Irish music, and shape the outing around your group. Drinks and food cost extra.

“Had a great time and recommend the tour. Well worth it and loves learning about the history of Dublin.”

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10.Real Dublin Traditional Music Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Join a local musician such as Neil, Ciarán, Niall, or Seán for a three-hour walk through Dublin’s traditional music scene. Visit three genuine music pubs, hear different styles of trad, learn about jigs, reels, and Irish instruments, and enjoy one drink at each stop.

“Best guided tour experience ever! Guides were great entertainers and educators - and wonderfully engaging. Lovely time”

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11.Guinness Storehouse: Entry ticket + Perfect Pint Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $228

Start with 90 minutes at the Guinness Storehouse, then meet guides such as Denis, Keith, Ken, or Paul for a private pub tour. Visit up to four distinctive Dublin pubs, learn the proper Guinness pour, and pass landmarks including the Liffey, Croke Park, and the GPO.

“I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ireland — whether you’re a beer enthusiast or just curious about Irish culture, the Guinness Storehouse offers a perfect blend of history, innovation, and fun. After our self guided tour of Guinness, we met up with our tour guide and he brought us to 2 other pubs that the locals go to. He reserved a snug for us to enjoy a Guinness. At one of the pubs we got to go behind the bar and learn how to pour the perfect pint of Guinness which was the best part of the day!”

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12.Shared Local Pubs Walking Tour in Dingle Ireland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Join Tony for a 2.5-hour walk through four Dingle pubs, beginning at the Fungie statue. Hear local stories, taste an ale at Dick Mack’s, enjoy Guinness at Foxy John’s, visit a secret pub, and watch a Gaelic sports demonstration at Bawn Brosnans.

“We had a great tour with Tony. We visited four pubs and he shared a lot of information along the way. Not only the history/ information about the pubs, but also local stories, traditions and sport. This tour was a great introduction to the area and also gave us ideas for a girls night out later in the week.”

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13.Pub Tour. Pour The Perfect Guinness, Whiskey & Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $90

Follow an accredited local guide through Temple Bar and central Dublin, pour your own Guinness, taste three Irish whiskeys, make Irish coffee, and finish with traditional music at The Cobblestone. Karl is one guide praised for clear, entertaining storytelling.

“Thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Karl did a wonderful job and was extremely knowledgeable and was a great guide! Would highly recommended.”

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14.Private Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide such as Austin or John, visiting three local Dublin pubs. Learn pub customs, hear Irish literary stories, seek out traditional music, and enjoy a private night out away from tourist-oriented bars.

“Austin was a wonderful guide and gave us many interesting tidbits about the city as well as great drink suggestions!”

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15.Guided Irish Musical Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Spend three hours walking Dublin’s Temple Bar with a private English-speaking guide, visiting traditional pubs, hearing Irish music and stories, and enjoying two included pints. The route may include four pubs, with a guide who can explain Dublin to outsiders and add a few step-dancing tips.

“Since my guide was from Italy, she knows how to explain Dublin to outsiders. There were many things we did not recognize and once explained gave a deep understanding of this old city. Went to 4 pubs with 4 different craic! If you want to learn step-dancing, then she is the one for you!”

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