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
Definetly recommend
Very enjoyable tour with a very funny, dark and slightly mad (in a good way) kieron. Stories of all kinds of dark and disturbing events with a light, humerous and most importantly not cheesy or OTT approach. 100 percent reccomend. Cheers.
Excellent tour! Kieran is...
Excellent tour! Kieran is knowledgeable and funny. I learned so many fun facts about Dublin’s history.
Do this tour!
My husband and I did this tour and absolutely enjoyed it! Not only did we get to see plenty of popular sights in Dublin, but we also heard several gory stories on this tour. Our tour guide, Kieran, had great enthusiasm and is an excellent storyteller, so much so that we felt that the two hours passed in the blink of an eye. Would highly recommend this tour!
Perfect for true crime fans
Super exciting tour, very entertaining, and not for the faint of heart. I would do it again anytime!
Loved every minute of it!
Excellent tour by Kieron. He was very amusing and spun a good yarn. We were with our teenage granddaughters and they loved it as well, so appeals to .all ages.