dublin pub crawl – Explore the Best Pubs in Dublin

famous pubs in Dublin – A Historic Journey

Dublin is home to many famous pubs, some with deep literary and political connections.

My pub crawl takes you to some of the most iconic and unique bars in the city, including:

The smallest pub in Dublin
The oldest pub in Dublin
A modern, vibrant bar
the Pub which James Joyce immortalised in his literature
and the one U2 were kicked out of and now own

This tour is a perfect blend of novelty, history, literature, music, and Irish humour.

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old dublin pub – Historic Dublin Pubs & Irish Traditions

Dublin boasts over 800 pubs, serving a population of 1.6 million—about one pub for every 2,000 people!

Alcohol has long been intertwined with Dublin’s history. In fact, the first Irish coin minted in 997 AD, King Sitric’s Penny, was worth exactly one glass of wine!

Additionally, Dublin is home to the historically largest brewery in the world by area, and even Ireland’s national symbol had to be altered due to beer!

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best bars in dublin – More Than Just Drinks

Irish pubs are about much more than drinking.

They are social hubs where locals gather to eat, chat, tell stories, listen to music, and even plan revolutions!

On this tour, you’ll learn about Dublin’s rich pub culture, including:

The literary greats like James Joyce and Brendan Behan
Musical connections in Temple Bar
The best local spots where Dubliners actually drink
Avoiding tourist traps and discovering authentic Irish hospitality

If you prefer, we can visit a bar with live Irish music, and you can enjoy dinner along the way.

Drinking in every bar is optional—Ireland offers non-alcoholic drinks, gluten-free beers, and half-pint servings.

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As an experienced Dublin tour guide, I’ve worked at: Trinity College, the Vatican, Rome City, Glasnevin Cemetery and the General Post Office in Dublin and I work for Rick Steves in Dublin and throughout Ireland.

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Dublin Pub Tour – Pricing & Details

This three hour walking tour of Dublin pubs costs €50 per hour for 2 people, or €150 in total.

Each additional person is €45 (4 people is €240 in total).

Note: It does not cover drinks in the bars themselves nor food.

The tour start time is flexible and can be selected below.

I meet your at your hotel or another location in Dublin and we’ll begin our journey from there.

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Pubs in Ireland – Essential Information

You must be at least 18 years old to drink alcohol in Ireland.

Younger participants are welcome, as non-alcoholic beverages and entertainment options (music, games) are available.

The walking pace is relaxed, and we will sit inside the bars whenever possible.

At the end of the tour, I’ll ensure you know how to return to your hotel and provide recommendations for further dining, drinks, or sightseeing in Dublin.

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Book Dublin Pub Crawl:

If you would like to book a tour with me, please fill out this form and it will email me your request.

If I do not respond to you within 24 hours, please email me directly on dara@daramccarthy.com.

Dublin Walking Tour Booking Form

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Additional Extras You might Like:

Add OnsMusic (we can end up in a music bar)Digital Darts (subject to availability)Shuffleboard (if you don’t mind a walk)Music & Digital Darts

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Dublin Tours

If a pub crawl isn’t your thing, you can check out my Dublin Walking Tour, or my day trips from Dublin to Powerscourt or Glendalough Tour.