1916 Rebellion Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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The 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour was founded in 1996 by Lorcan Collins, author, historian and Dubliner. This two hour walking tour meets daily at The International Bar where participants receive a copy of the 1916 Proclamation and some explanatory literature. After a brief introduction to the build up to the Easter Rising of 1916 the tour then visits the sites of the revolutionary period including the GPO, City Hall and Dublin Castle. The tour also covers the War of Independence when Michael Collins battled for Irish freedom from 1919-21 and also includes a discussion on the Irish Civil War, 1922-23. The tour is highly educational but also great fun and very interactive. Prior knowledge of events is not required.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
1916 Rebellion Walking Tour
This is our starting point, the famous International Bar where Lorcan Collins has been running the 1916 Tour since 1996. You are welcome to come earlier and enjoy a drink and a read of the introductory literature supplied by your guide. The tour begins with a short introduction to the build up to the revolutionary period, starting with the Great Hunger / Irish Famine of the 1840's and culminating with the 1916 Rising. This gives all participants an understanding of the events leading up to the revolution and also gives everyone a chance to ask questions and get to know the guide. We will let you know what route we are going to take, below are some of the examples of places that we typically visit but we vary the route so that the tour does not become stale but you will be happy with the various places that you get to see.
City Hall
City Hall was occupied during the 1916 Rising by the Irish Citizen Army so we will stop here and talk about that aspect of Easter Week 1916.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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1916 Rebellion Walking Tour
Reviews
1,638 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour - just the right length and well presented
Snodes,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this - brings the events of 1916 to life.
Keeping aflame the ancestral art of rebellious storytelling 🏴
tanitaofgadir,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour took place on the 9th of April. I'd arrived just the night before, and on that morning we all woke up to a chaos of cut off roads and tractors taking up the main streets of the city. Renowned Dublin artist and actor Phelim Drew (yes! Ronnie Drew's son!), was our seanchaidhe for the day. And-- have the Irish mastered the art of storytelling! Sitting downstairs at the International he wove a magical thread around us, using only his voice; I found myself completely caught in it, and in it, the freedom to be moved to tears and to laughter. Then we went out under the capricious spring weather, and were shown by him the sites where brave women and men organised to give the English a well-deserved 🥾 on the 🫏. All tied together and wrapped in that very Irish mix of heartfelt earnestness and self-deprecating humour. Thank you, Phelim, for an unforgettable start to our first day ever in Dublin. ☺️
Very good historical tour
D5370TUpatj,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour of the sites significant to the 1916 rising. Our guide, Donal, was so knowledgeable and spoke with a passion that showed his interest in the subject, but was engaging at the same time. I would recommend this tour if you're interested in the Easter rising.
Very informative tour
Kyle A,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative tour that hits lots of the important spots in Dublin. Adam was a wealth of knowledge.
Unmissable Dublin experience
629robbieg,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Get it booked. Absolute highlight of our couple of days in Dublin and the best walking tour I've ever been on. Yer man knows his stuff and makes sure that the tour is welcoming and inclusive for all. Loved it.
1916 walking tour with ADam
Bill B,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00very informative with useful information presented in an easy to understand manner. The walking tour allow one to appreciate the proximity of the different sites where the rising occurred.
If you want to learn...
Sal C,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you want to learn about the history of the Republic of Ireland, I recommend this tour. It’s very interesting and educational.
Highly recommend!
192irelandh,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam is a very friendly and engaging tour guide. We had an amazing time and learned a lot! It was a really fun way to explore Dublin and I would highly recommend adding this tour to your itinerary
Lorcan was wonderful. A...
Roberta M,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Lorcan was wonderful. A wealth of knowledge about the Rebellion. He masterfully incorporates facts and history with humor to keep you interested.
1916 rebellion walking tour
Alison C,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very informative, walking tour was very easy to find start location well worth doing
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