Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
About this activity
Highlights
- Engaging performances by actor-guides
- Readings from James Joyce and Samuel Beckett
- Visit to iconic Dublin pubs
- Explore Dublin's literary heritage
- Enjoy a lively and entertaining evening
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour by professional actors
- Readings from Irish literature
- Visit to historic Dublin pubs
- Food and drinks at pubs
Itinerary
On this tour that's as educational as it is recreational, you'll embark on an animated and entertaining journey through the sights and sounds that inspired great Irish writers including James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw, Brendan Behan, Sean O'Casey, Samuel Beckett, Oscar Wilde and W.B. Yeats - not forgetting modern scribes like Seamus Heaney, Eavan Boland, Paula Meehan and Brendan Kennelly. Kicking off at the Duke Pub on Duke Street, this literary pub crawl will take you to famous pubs and haunts while actors recite verses from the best Irish literature. You can sink a pint while learning about the lives of these great writers and hear some of the hilarious stories that became folklore in Dublin's literary circles.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour is conducted in English
- Minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18
- Tour operates rain or shine
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Be prepared for a 2.25-hour walking tour
- Bring a valid ID if you plan to purchase alcohol
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
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Minimum age is 16 years
- Infant seats should be required at time of booking
- Maximum persons per booking is four
Traveler reviews
Finbarr and Frank were...
Finbarr and Frank were great and a lot of fun! Very knowledgeable and talented actors who guided us through several pubs/areas.
Brillian
Took my 20 something kids who have barely read a book and they absolutely loved it. It’s pacy, fun, immersive, absorbing and you don’t need any knowledge of Irish literature. The guys really bring it all to life. Best thing in Dublin!
Fun Night Out
What a lovely night! The guides were perfect--funny, smart, entertaining, friendly. We walked from pub to pub--with two other stops along the way, Trinity College and Molly Malone statue. In each location, a bit. of history, literary connections, songs. The pubs were fun. I'd do it again!
Mix literature with fun and stir: awesome!
Outstanding! The two guides were hilarious, but when necessary very serious about managing the safety of the group and keeping everything moving along in an orderly fashion. some fabulous people during the tour, a very friendly atmosphere. This is Marion Street upper
Tour Operator No Show!
Terrible! I waited for a half hour at the meeting point and no one showed up. This is the worst organized mess that I have experienced.