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Dublin's Dark History: Haunted Walking Tour
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258 Ratings
Dublin
Explore Dublin’s haunted past with our thrilling walking tour. Discover Dracula’s roots, medieval horrors, and eerie myths. Book your adventure now.
Explore Dublin’s haunted past with our thrilling walking tour. Discover Dracula’s roots, medieval horrors, and eerie myths. Book your adventure now.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Temple Bar - Gather in the vibrant heart of Dublin’s renowned Temple Bar.
- Dublin Castle - Explore the iconic Dublin Castle, once a feared center of imperial rule in Ireland and the former workplace of the legendary gothic horror writer, Bram Stoker.
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3Olympia Theatre - A celebrated Victorian music hall and cherished concert venue.
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- Temple Bar - Gather in the vibrant heart of Dublin’s renowned Temple Bar.
- Dublin Castle - Explore the iconic Dublin Castle, once a feared center of imperial rule in Ireland and the former workplace of the legendary gothic horror writer, Bram Stoker.
- 3Olympia Theatre - A celebrated Victorian music hall and cherished concert venue.
- Smock Alley Theatre 1662 - The oldest theatre in Ireland.
- Christ Church Cathedral - In the serene shadow of Dublin’s oldest cathedral once lay a notorious area known as ‘Hell’. It was a playground for the affluent, filled with brothels and taverns. Encounter some of the colorful characters from this lively (and occasionally violent) neighborhood, including those whose eerie presence is still said to linger in the streets today.
- Saint Patrick’s Cathedral - Named after Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick’s Cathedral has witnessed its share of sinners. Discover tales of ghostly happenings at nearby Marsh’s Library and hear stories from the Liberties and the infamous ‘four corners of Hell’.
- Marsh’s Library - The oldest public library in Ireland, nestled in the shadow of St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
- St Kevins Park - The remnants of an ancient church graveyard, hidden down a secluded laneway in the heart of the city.
- Royal College of Surgeons - A key garrison during the 1916 Easter Rising, located on the west side of St Stephen’s Green Park.
- St Stephens Green - The most renowned of Dublin’s grand Georgian squares, this historic park will be visited towards the end of the tour.
What's Included
- A walking tour of Haunted Dublin with a nationally accredited tour guide
- A walking tour of Haunted Dublin with a nationally accredited tour guide
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Snacks
Additional Information
The journey begins in the heart of Dublin’s Temple Bar, delving into the shadowy past of the ancient medieval city.
This eerie exploration takes participants through cobblestone streets and hidden alleys, revealing the lesser-known aspects of Dublin’s iconic landmarks, as well as uncovering some of the city’s best-kept secrets and forgotten nooks.
The…
The journey begins in the heart of Dublin’s Temple Bar, delving into the shadowy past of the ancient medieval city.
This eerie exploration takes participants through cobblestone streets and hidden alleys, revealing the lesser-known aspects of Dublin’s iconic landmarks, as well as uncovering some of the city’s best-kept secrets and forgotten nooks.
The tour covers a range of spine-chilling topics, including:
- Bram Stoker’s Dublin and the real-life inspirations for Dracula
- Gruesome medieval crime and punishment
- Grave robbing and body snatching
- The banshee and the darker side of Irish mythology
- Hell and The Hellfire Club
- Witchcraft in Irish history
- Serial killers, poltergeists, headless horsemen, and much more…
Dublin is cherished, and sharing its stories is a passion. This tour offers great enjoyment, whether one is intrigued by the eerie aspects of Irish history or simply seeking a unique way to explore the city.
Location
3 Crown Alley
Crown Alley
We meet outside the Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant, which is located at 3 Crown Alley, Temple Bar. Look for the guide with the green umbrella and name tag.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(258 Ratings)
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Lucie_b
Jul 25, 2025
Deirdre was wonderful!... - Deirdre was wonderful! Her stories were great and she gave us a wonderful feel for the darker side of Dublin. She was extremely engaging and friendly, too. It was the perfect end to our time in Dublin.
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P_term650
Jul 25, 2025
A surprisingly pleasant entertainment from a fairly new tour! - Ross took us on a 2 hour ghost walk tour, he was very knowlegable about Dublin's history and that of its ghosts! He kept us entertained throughout the tour and we thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish! We highly recommend this ghost walk tour for your visit to Dublin!
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V5081xjmattw
Jul 24, 2025
Freaky and interesting - Deidre was brilliant and was very knowledgeable of the dark and unknown history of Dublin. The tour was a highlight of the underbelly and ugly side of dub that some wouldn’t want to believe
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847maxinep
Jul 24, 2025
Unique aspect of history - Deirdre was amazing! would highly recommend this tour for a unique side of Dublin history. Well told and thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you!
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Z8345vuevac
Jul 23, 2025
The haunted tour of Dublin! Loved my experience and great story telling! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! - Loved my time on this tour! Loved our tour guide Dierdre very much! Great story telling, interesting thoughts, and spooky stories! My favorite story was about Dracula!
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A3575wgcathyk
Jul 22, 2025
- The tour was very entertaining and educational, we were able to view several landmarks in the area with Lee who is a fantastic storyteller!
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D4072eedebbieb
Jul 22, 2025
Ghost tour - Lee was an amazing story teller. Truly enjoyed my evening with him. Highly recommend this tour. Two hours passed quickly on this tour.
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Axelbjava152
Jul 22, 2025
- Ross was a fantastic guide and knows how to weave a yarn. Like many of his compatriots, he knows how to tell a good story and I liked that there were elements of suspense (no spoilers!) to the tour.
I can’t wait when I get home to read up a bit more on the stories & history he told.
Would gladly go back and do it again if I were visiting, I know some family members who’d have loved it.
Not relevant to the tour, but I also liked his DM’s.
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J6330vrsaram
Jul 21, 2025
- We had a fantastic experience on this guided walking tour, which blended eerie hauntings with rich Irish history. Our guide, a native Dubliner and clearly an experienced storyteller, brought the city’s darker past to life. The stories offered insights into Dublin’s haunted corners while weaving in fascinating elements of Irish culture and history.
The guide happily shares excellent recommendations for local sights, hidden gems, and places to eat, making it a perfect introduction to Dublin.
We can highly recommended this tour!
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515philippac
Jul 21, 2025
Chills, macabre fun - Deirdre was excellent! Great stories, great vibes. A really entertaining way to learn Dublin's not so well known history.
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