Private Dublin Pub Odyssey: Storytelling, and Pub Culture
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover Dublin’s famous pub culture with a private tour. Avoid the tourist traps that other pub tours bring you to, and experience the local pubs with us. Fancy it to be really off-the-beaten-path? Just ask!
On this tour, you’ll learn how to drink a Guinness (yes, there is a specific way), the origins of Ireland’s pub culture and heritage, sip some fantastic new Irish craft beers, and try some beers that might be the most interesting beers you’ll ever taste. All of that will be expertly delivered for you by our charming guide. Sure, what’s the point in going to the pub with an Irish person if they can’t engage you in riveting conversation!? Our guide ensures an immersive experience, maximizing your time as you absorb the essence of Irish heritage in a private setting designed for lovers of storytelling, history, and local life. You’ll experience a real ‘old man’/Guinness pub, a modern craft beer pub, a traditional Irish music pub, and a surprise pub."
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Stag's Head Dublin
Discover Dublin’s famous pub culture with a private tour. Avoid the tourist traps that other pub tours bring you to, and experience the local pubs with us. Fancy it to be really off-the-beaten-path? Just ask! On this tour, you’ll learn HOW to drink a Guinness (yes, there is a specific way), the origins of Ireland’s pub culture and heritage, sip some fantastic new Irish craft beers, and try some beers that might be the most interesting beers you’ll EVER taste. All of that will be expertly delivered for you by our charming guide - sure what’s the point in going to the pub with an Irish person if they can’t engage you in riveting conversation!? Our guide ensures an immersive experience, maximizing your time as you absorb the essence of Irish heritage in a private setting designed for lovers of storytelling, history, and local life. You’ll experience a real ‘old man’/Guinness Pub, a Modern Craft Beer Pub, a Traditional Irish music Pub, and a surprise pub.
Options
High season
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Tour Guide: experienced, qualified and Irish!
Hotel meet-up (for central location)
Private tour - tailored just for your group
Drinks are not included in the price of the tour. You may count on spending around €6-8 per drink.
Food & Drinks
Entry tickets
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
History and Fun!
349soniaw,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was FANTASTIC. Great storyteller and wonderfully sense of humor!!
Brilliant Historical Pub Tour with Austin
Sarah T,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you want to experience the real Dublin, book this pub crawl with Austin. My family, and I loved every minute of it. Austin is incredibly knowledgeable about Dublin’s history and clearly passionate about sharing its culture. He took us to some fantastic spots we probably wouldn't have found on our own. It was a major highlight of our family trip to Ireland—great pints, amazing stories, and top-tier guiding. Five stars!
John was an amazing guide...
Brianne M,Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00John was an amazing guide and such a wealth of knowledge. Would highly recommend for a fun afternoon of pubs and history.
Fun afternoon of Pubs and great company!
527briannem,Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such a fun afternoon! Our guide John was amazing!! John was a wealth of knowledge and such a joy to be around. The pubs he chose for our tour were great and we learned so much, tried some great beers and also got a small Gaelic lesson. Would highly recommend!!
We had a great time with...
Maddie O,Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time with John! He was so knowledgeable and passionate and really took our requests into consideration when choosing our pubs. We all had a great time!
Great Kickoff To Dublin
Tania B,Oct 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great way to learn about the history and culture of Dublin. We booked this tour the day we flew in. I highly recommend it to kick off your travels. Ask for Colm…he’s the BEST!!
My husband and i walked...
Lisa H,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and i walked through the streets of Dublin to various pubs with John. He is so rich in history and knowledge of the country that the time flew by. We found ourselves talking to him more about the history and the culture of drinking than the actual pubs! Even learned to enjoy Guinness!! Great tour if you like to walk, drink, visit real local pubs and see some live music!
Five star experience
Alex B,Aug 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience. We got to go to pubs where locals go. Outside the tourist traps. Got to tested beers and whiskey
Great Tour
StevenJames R,Jul 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Ciarán was the best. He took us to many different pubs and made it very fun and memorable. I would not miss this tour as it was great!
Don't Miss This One!
Jackie M,Jun 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolute blast with Eamon wandering through Dublin's pubs! We had great drinks, good conversation, and tons of laughs! Eamon introduced us to the Dublin pub culture and to the city itself. The evening was well paced, and we enjoyed walking through the city as much as we enjoyed the pubs themselves. We've done a lot of tours in a lot of places over the years, and this is definitely one we'd recommend! Eamon was great fun, and our trip to Dublin was better because of him!
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