We're trying to decide between the Historical Walking Tour of Dublin and the 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour. Should we try to do both, or is one more comprehensive than the other? This will be our first trip to Dublin. Thanks!
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
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Chris, if you only have time to do one of the tours, my suggestion would be the Historical Walking Tour of Dublin as it will provide a more comprehensive look at the history, from viking times to the present. If it's the same as the one I took, it will also cover some of the events of the 1916 rebellion. I'd suggest also taking a few hours to visit Kilmainham Gaol, as that's a significant part of the history also, especially as it relates to the rebellion. A visit to Trinity College and the Book of Kells is also interesting. Happy travels!
Posted by
Atlanta
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I can't speak on the Historical Walking Tour, sounds good from what Ken says. I personally loved the 1916 tour, but it's a special interest of mine. But what I think makes this tour really stand out is that the tour is given by 2 Trinity College professors (not at the same time, they alternate days) who have published books on the subject. They're extremely knowledgeable.
Posted by
Florida, USA
12172 posts
There's also literary pub crawl that I regret never having taken (oh well, next time for sure). I think the Historical tour will include the 1916 Rebellion but the Rebellion tour will be much more tightly focused. I would opt for the Historical tour myself because there is a lot more history in Dublin and no one can spin it into a fascinating yarn better than the Irish.