Are children allowed on the tour?

Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Is the tour suitable for wheelchair users?

Tours are generally wheelchair accessible, but companions may be needed to assist on some steps.

What is the maximum group size?

The tour limits groups to 16 participants to maintain an intimate experience.

Are any entrances or tickets included?

The tour does not include paid entrances; it focuses on outdoor sites and historic venues.

How long is the Irish Traditional Music Tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

When should I arrive at the meeting point?

Please arrive at least 10 minutes early at 21 Fleet Street, Dublin 2.

Irish Traditional Music Tour by Pat Liddy's Walking Tours

Dublin’s vibrant streets pulse with stories, where stone meets song in a rhythm as old as the city itself. Pat Liddy's Walking Tours of Dublin invites you to step beyond the usual tourist trail with its Irish Traditional Music Tour, a 2.5-hour journey that reveals the soundtrack shaping Ireland’s soul. This isn’t just a walk; it’s an intimate encounter with the heartbeats of a musical legacy engraved in the city’s architecture and alleys.

Starting at 21 Fleet Street in the famed Temple Bar district, this small-group experience—capped at 16 participants—winds through historic venues such as The Palace Bar and O'Donoghues, spaces where melodies and memories mingle. Along the way, you’ll uncover Fishamble Street, where Handel’s "Messiah" was first performed, and peek into storied theaters like the Olympia and Gaiety, both central stages for Irish music’s evolution.

Beyond locations, the tour offers hands-on insights into traditional instruments: from the haunting Irish harp and the soulful uilleann pipes to the sprightly fiddle and even the rhythmic spoons. The story of music here is more than performance—it’s cultural identity, resilience, and community.

Pat Liddy's is uniquely positioned to deliver this slice of Ireland’s cultural landscape by decades of expertise guiding visitors through Dublin’s layers of history and heritage. Their tours build connections not only to places but also to the people and stories that shaped them, making this a standout experience for anyone looking to understand Ireland indoors and out.

Whether you’re here for the music, the history, or the city’s spirited vibe, this tour offers an active, engaging way to feel Dublin’s pulse—one step, one note at a time.