Step into Dublin’s past with a lively, interactive tour designed for kids and families. Discover Viking Dublin’s sights, games, and medieval walls in just 90 minutes, making history fun and memorable for all ages.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages, including children—just bring comfortable footwear.
Wildlife
History
Vikings first established a settlement in Dublin around 841 AD, shaping its medieval core.
Conservation
Walk Dublin emphasizes respectful and sustainable tourism, guiding visitors to minimize environmental impact while sharing Dublin’s rich history.
Walk Dublin
Step into Dublin’s past with a lively, interactive tour designed for kids and families. Discover Viking Dublin’s sights, games, and medieval walls in just 90 minutes, making history fun and memorable for all ages.
Walk Dublin is a guided walking tour company based in Dublin 8, County Dublin. The business offers themed, on-foot experiences that explore Dublin's residential history, medieval past, coffeehouse culture and darker stories of the city. Walk Dublin presents a mix of public and private options designed for families, children, groups and history enthusiasts.
Walk Dublin's scheduled and private trips include Hidden Dublin Homes, a two-hour exploration of houses from Georgian townhouses to humble tenements; Deadly Dublin, a route through Georgian squares focusing on eccentric characters and darker episodes; the 1700 Coffee Houses Tour, a 90-minute walk from City Hall with a tasting in one of Dublin's oldest shops; Mostly Medieval, a 90-minute hands-on tour for children aged 7 to 14 featuring Viking-era sights and games; Rats for Tots, a 45-minute interactive introduction to Medieval Dublin for younger children; and Bespoke Tour, a fully customizable walking tour for families, friends or colleagues.
Walk Dublin's experiences are delivered as guided, on-foot tours of Dublin city with clear durations listed for each trip to help visitors plan. The offered tours suit family groups, school-age children, adult history fans and private groups seeking tailored routes. The business operates from Dublin 8 and offers timed options ranging from 45 minutes to two hours. Tours include interactive activities, games, sword duels and tastings where specified, and guests can book public or private departures with flexible starting locations and tailored pacing to suit group needs.
Tours Offered
6
Six themed walking experiences
Location
Dublin 8
Based in County Dublin
Tour Lengths
45–120 min
Clear durations for planning
Kids Tours
Ages 7–14
Mostly Medieval age range
Pick a themed public walk or a bespoke private tour — family, medieval, coffeehouse or dark-history options with clear durations.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
You'll be on your feet for approximately 90 minutes, so sturdy shoes help keep everyone comfortable.
Bring weather-appropriate clothing
Dublin’s weather can be unpredictable; packing rain gear or umbrellas ensures a dry tour.
Book in advance
Popular tours fill quickly, especially during peak tourist season, so reserve your spot early.
Engage with your guide
Ask questions and participate actively for a richer, more memorable experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Proper footwear ensures comfort during the 90-minute tour along Dublin’s historic streets.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing or rain gear prepares you for Dublin’s unpredictable weather.
Small backpack
Carrying essentials like water, snacks, and extra layers keeps you prepared.
Camera or smartphone
Capture moments of Dublin’s medieval streets and walls for lasting memories.