Dark Dublin: Torture, Murder & Mystery Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Dublin's haunted past
- Visit Dublin Castle's dark history
- Discover Kilmainham Gaol's secrets
- Hear tales of Dublin's notorious criminals
- Experience Dublin's eerie atmosphere at night
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour through Dublin's historic streets
- Visit to notorious sites like Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Gaol
- Engaging storytelling by expert guides
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
Barnardo Square on Dame Street is the meeting Point. The small square is next to City Hall opposite the Olympia Theatre. The guides are visibile with purple umbrellas.
Our guides will spend some time in the Lower Courtyard of Dublin Castle exploring the tortures of the past. The Tour Guide will venture to the Upper Courtyard of the Castle and talk about the Devil's Half Acre *Tour does not enter Dublin Castle
The Tour Guide will explore stories of cannibalism.
The guide will take you into the grounds of St Patrick's Cathedral and uncover the history of Jonathan Swift. *Tour does not enter St Patrick's Church
The guide will cover the stories of the hidden history behind the extraordinary church. *Tour does not enter Christ Church
The Tour Guide will unearth the dark past of grave robbings and the attacks from The Black Pig *Tour does not enter St Audoen's Church
The Tour Guide will dive into the brutal history of Billy in the Bowl and more recent dark events *Tour does not enter St Michan's Church
Our guide will finish in Smithfield Square with an incredible finishing story of a local murderer. *End point is a Public Square
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Not suitable for children under 12
- Advance booking is recommended
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Dress appropriately for the weather
- Bring a flashlight for better visibility
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
Fun, dark and different!
Really fun and different tour! The guide was a real character and told the stories in a very engaging and entertaining way. It felt much more unique and memorable than a classic sightseeing tour. Highly recommended if you want something a bit darker and more unusual in Dublin.
Fabulous dark history tour of Dublin
We took this tour with Hendrick and he was amazing! A historian and natural storyteller, he walked and talked for 2 hours and kept us enthralled the entire time. We heard stories spanning centuries and these gave us a greater sense of the city’s long and chaotic history. We heard legends and myths as well as true stories that were so creepy and scary that we just had to laugh so we wouldn’t run away! This was a wonderful tour and I highly recommend it.
This was an awesome tour....
This was an awesome tour. Ciarán was expert and so fun to listen to. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to learn about the weird and wonderful.
Highly recommend!
Kim was fabulous! Very informative and fascinating history.
Great tour
Hendrick was a great tour guide!!