Dublin Traditional Pub Crawl with Local Guide, Hidden Pubs
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My Journey Ireland Historical Pub Crawl – Discover Dublin One Pint at a Time!
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon exploring Dublin’s most atmospheric and historic pubs while uncovering the stories, legends and colourful characters that shaped Ireland’s capital.
With warmth, humour and plenty of craic, your expert local guide brings Dublin’s past to life in the very places where history was made and pints were poured.
No two tours are the same. The pubs we visit are carefully chosen and adjusted to suit the group’s interests and energy on the day, creating a personalised and authentic Dublin pub experience with history, culture and traditional Irish music.
We finish in one of Dublin’s oldest pubs, a hidden gem loved by locals.
Come for the history. Stay for the pints. Leave with a true taste of Dublin.
Small groups, expert storytelling and an experience designed around you.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
An Post General Post Office
HQ of the 1916 Rising in Dublin is our first stop on the tour We will not be entering the location
The Oval Bar
First pub on our journey!
What‘s Included
A Passionate Local Guide
Small Group Size
Complimentary Pint of Guinness
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Dublin Traditional Pub Crawl with Local Guide, Hidden Pubs
Reviews
99 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun and friendly bar hop, light on the history
Seaside59529126223,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We had a fun evening and our guide was a really lovely guy - it felt like grabbing a drink with a local friend. However, I want to share that the tour wasn't as history-forward as the description suggested. It seemed like our guide might have been a bit tired from a previous tour, as we had to prompt him quite a bit for any historical stories or local lore. We also didn't get to do the 'pouring experience' or hear of some historic pubs like The Confession Box that were mentioned in the highlights This is a great choice if you just want a friendly 'local bud' to show you some of his fave bars, but if you're looking for the deep historical dive or the specific activities listed in the description, it might not be the right fit
Pub crawl Shenanigans
AbzB24,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Donal and his guided pub crawl. We learned about Dublin City’s history while enjoying pints and we even got to pour a pint of Guinness. It was such a fun afternoon, thanks Donal 😄 - Abz & Steph
Great local pubs
Kari E,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Donal was wonderful and authentic. We had a lovely time visiting every pub he took us to. Met some good friends along the way.
Great pub crawl
Shraddha G,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tomas was a wonderful guide. We walked about several pubs, enjoyed pints, learnt to pour a perfect pint and made new friends. Highly recommend while you are visiting Dublin.
Donal, can't wait to have pints with you again!!
482isaiahc,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great time we had with Donal of My Journal Ireland. Donal made this experience extremely memorable. He was knowledgeable, friendly personable and fun. We spent the afternoon drinking pints, smiling, laughing and listening to wonderful stories. We felt the warm, welcoming spirits of many locals as we crawled the local pubs with Donal. We visited about 4 pubs and were surprised to see a comedy show too! It was one of the most hilarious and enjoyable sets, on the 2nd floor of Ha'Penny. The Guinness was flowing and so were the laughs. Donal, my wife and I appreciate the time spent with you. This was the highlight of our trip. It was an experience that was better than we ever expected. Next time we're in town, we will have some more pints!!! I'm glad we didn't let this tour pass us by. "What's meant for you won't pass you by."
Donal was great, the pubs...
Gregory R,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Donal was great, the pubs were amazing. Donal was flexible with the styles of pubs we wanted to see, and added in historical footnotes on the tour. Definitely recommend.
What's meant for you won't pass you by.
Isaiah C,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You're making the correct choice if you're going on a tour with Donal of My Journal Ireland. Donal made this experience extremely memorable. He was knowledgeable, friendly personable and fun. We spent the afternoon drinking pints, smiling, laughing and listening to wonderful stories. We felt the warm, welcoming spirits of many locals as we crawled the avenues with Donal. Donal, my wife and I appreciate the time spent with you. It was an experience that was better than we ever expected. I'm glad we didn't let this tour pass us by. "What's meant for you won't pass you by."
Pub tours
L1988FEdavidl,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Donal was just amazing at his job full of knowledge and good fun to be with would highly recommend his tours .
Pub crawl tour
5michaelac,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fun tour! It felt like being out with friends yet getting to know Dublin a little bit better. Donal is a professional tour guide full of fun facts. We had an amazing time. Thank you Donal!
Quiet, non-touristy pubs - great choices!
amiem9,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Appreciated the “off the beaten track” pubs! Friendly tour guide! Recommend!
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