Dublin Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Dublin's haunted history
- Hear chilling tales from professional actors
- Visit eerie sites like St. Audoen's Church
- Discover the secrets of Kilmainham Gaol
- Experience Dublin's spooky nightlife
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 2-hour guided ghost bus tour
- Live storytelling by professional actors
- Visit to haunted sites like St. Audoen's Church and Kilmainham Gaol
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
The tour departs in front of H&M in College Green.
The gravedigger ghost bus tour starts at Trinity College where your guide will transport you back some 600 years ago to when the old Augustinian Priory and of course the plague house were there. The latter of which the guide is all too familiar with… But just ignore the coughing and listen to his tales of a plague-ravaged Dublin.
Hear an account of plague victims trying to soothe their wounds in the waters of the city’s drinking supplies. Learn about the mayor's schemes to try and keep the disease at bay, on the gates of Kilmainham Gaol and discover the fates of all those poor souls who found themselves infected with the disease. Many were ostracised, but some suffered an end much, much worse.
Learn the history of Gravedigging at the haunted gates of Glasnevin Cemetery.
This tour includes a mystery drink. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing pint at the iconic Gravediggers Pub—one of Ireland’s oldest and most storied family-run establishments with one of the best Guinness you'll taste. (Please note: drinks are not included.)
Arrive back in the meeting point at 10 pm.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
- The bus is wheelchair accessible; please inform in advance if assistance is needed.
- The tour is suitable for all ages; parental discretion is advised due to spooky content.
Know before you go
- Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes for the tour.
- The bus is heated, but outdoor stops may be cold.
- The tour operates rain or shine; bring an umbrella if necessary.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Minimum age is 14 years
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Gravedigger bus stop is located outside H&M from College Green
Traveler reviews
Tour was informative and...
Tour was informative and fun! They were kind enough to give recommendations to go out after the tour
Great way to end the night
Very interesting knowledge about the history
Not worth the time or money.
I usually find Ghost tours very interesting, packed with local history, folklore and wonder. This was silly and unprofessional. The bus is set up like a haunted house, they try to scare you on entry. Edgar our guide, wore sweat pant shorts with a button up and tie, carried with him a dollar store lamp that didn't work well. The first location a crumbling church, looked like it was a storage place for junk. He told two stories of interest, the rest of the commentary was killing time with trivia and and silly stunts. I was hopeful it would get better, sad it did not. Terrible waste of time and money.
Really fun and spooky tour
The tour was amazing! Shawn and Stef put on very interesting and entertaining performances (And shout out to Philip for being a great bus driver)
Absolute blast!
Wow! What a great start of my trip in Dublin! Shawn and Stef were brilliant and so funny! Even made me consider wanting to become a horror tour guide sometime in the future! I definitely recommend!!!