Republic & Northern Ireland Sightseeing
City Sightseeing in Dublin
A great way to see the best of Dublin is on a hop on hop off sightseeing tour. The tours offer guided commentary as you explore the city sights and you are able to get on and off as many times as you please for one day.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 5-15 years, 0-4 years free.
The Dublin Pass
Dublin has something for everyone! Maybe it’s the size or the atmosphere, or the fact it packs more per square mile than any other capital in the world. This credit card sized pass allows visitors the freedom to explore the city at your leisure. It offers free entrance to over 30 top attractions in Dublin, special discounts in shops, restaurants, tours and much more!!
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 5-15 years. Children under 5 years are free at most attractions. Voucher exchanged at a central Dublin address for actual Pass and guide. Day one is the day you first use the pass to gain entry into an attraction - NOT based on 24hour increments. Non-changeable/refundable if unused, lost or stolen.
Old Jameson Distillery
Departs: Daily, 9.30am-6pm all year (except 21 Mar & 24-26 Dec).
Take a journey into the art and history of distilling Irish whiskey. A fully guided hour long tour that ends at the bar with a glass of whiskey to sample. You may even be selected to perform a taste testing that puts Jameson up against half a dozen or so other famous whiskeys – smell and taste the difference!
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 6-12 years, 0-5 years free.
Guinness Storehouse
Opening Hours: Daily, 9.30am-5pm (until to 7pm Apr-Sep. Closed 21 Mar & 24-26 Dec).
An open-dated, self guided tour to the Guinness Storehouse; Dublin’s number one attraction and the high point of many a trip to Dublin! Become an expert learning all there is to know about the world famous beer. The story begins over 250 years ago and ends at Gravity; the sky bar, with a free pint of Guinness and panoramic views of Dublin City.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 6-12 years, 0-5 years free.
Literary Pub Crawl
Departs: Nightly Apr-Oct 7.30pm, Thur-Sun 7.30pm Nov-Mar plus Sunday 12pm, all year (except 17 Mar & 23-31 Dec).
A terrific evening of fun following the footsteps of some of Ireland’s favourite literary figures through their best-loved pubs and bars. Entertainers perform scenes from famous Irish plays in different pubs combining street theatre with the typical Irish “craic” that makes Dublin pubs the liveliest in Europe.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Children not permitted.
Irish Musical Pub Crawl
Departs: Nightly Apr-Oct 7.30pm, Thurs-Sun 7.30pm Nov-Mar (except 21 Mar, 25 & 31 Dec).
Two professional musicians lead you on a pub crawl through famous pubs and bars in the Temple bar area. At each stop, they will perform traditional Irish songs and offer some insight into the origins as well as the influences on music today.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Children not permitted.
Dublin Bay & Castle
Departs: Daily 10.15am & 2.00pm Marmid Nov, Sat & Sun only mid Nov-Feb (except 17 Mar, 27 Oct & 18-26 Dec).
An afternoon tour around Dublin Bay passing by stunning coastal scenery. Included is a guided tour of the famous Malahide Castle, dating from the 12th century set amid 250 acres of parkland and gardens. The tour proceeds to Howth summit where you can enjoy the stunning bird's eye view of Dublin and the Wicklow Mountains.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 0-11 years.
Dublin Ghost Bus
Departs: Mon-Fri, 8pm. Sat & Sun 7pm & 9.30pm (except 17 Mar & 18-26 Dec).
A unique tour taking you on a spellbinding tour into Dublin’s gaslight ghosts and chilling legends. Your transport is a mobile theatre with a live storyteller brimming with tales of felons and fiends. Learn of Irish born Bram Stoker; creator of Dracula, stop at the College of Physicians to hunt for the ghost of Dr Clossy and visit the site of the infamous Walking Gallows.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Children not permitted.
Wicklow Mountains, Valleys & Lakes
Departs: Daily at 9.45am (except Mar 17, Oct 27 & Dec 18-26).
Enjoy a full day tour commencing along Dublin’s southern coastline, through Wicklow Gap, the Blessington Lakes and the pretty village of Avoca. Stop at a Handweavers for a spot of lunch*. On to the famous Glendalough, a site that became famous for its monastery under the teachings of St Kevin. You will see the 10th century round tower, stone churches and decorated crosses before returning to Dublin. *Lunch not included.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 0-11 years.
Shindig at Old Jameson Distillery
Departs: Thu, Fri & Sat, Apr-Oct.
An evening of music, dance and whiskey! Enjoy a traditional ‘Shindig’ at the Old Jameson Distillery commencing with a private tour of the distillery with an aperitif glass of Jameson Whiskey. The sit down for a delicious 3-course meal followed by a Jameson Irish coffee. The fun begins then with a traditional toe-tapping show of Irish music and dance, performed by former stars of ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord of the Dance’.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: No child discount available.
Old Midleton Distillery, Cork
Open hours: 10am-6pm 7days (last tour 5.30pm).
A fascinating glimpse in the history of how Jameson Irish Whiskey is made. Journey through each stage of distillation to maturation and bottling and take the opportunity to sample a glass of whiskey at the end of the tour.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 6-12 years, 0-5 years free.
Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre, Waterford
Open hours: 8.30am-4.15pm Mar-Oct (9am-3.15pm Jan-Feb & Nov-Dec).
Visit the home of the world’s finest crystal and watch master cutters and sculptors at work as they bring to life their creations. Observe the whole process from blowing to engraving with the chance to purchase your own special piece.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 0-11 years.
City Sightseeing in Belfast
A great way to see the best of Belfast is on a hop on hop off sightseeing tour. The tours offer guided commentary as you explore the city sights and you are able to get on and off as many times as you please for one day.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Child Ages: 5-15 years, 0-4 years free.
Giant’s Causeway
Departs: Mon-Sat 9.15am & Sun 8.45am.
A sight not to be missed! Take a full day tour to Northern Ireland’s most famous landmark. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the Antrim Coast, the green Glens of Antrim and the unique rock formation of the Causeway itself. The tour also includes Carrick-A-Rede Rope bridge (17 Mar-17 Oct weather permitting) and Dunluce Castle.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08 (except 12 Jul & 23-31 Dec).
Conditions: Child Ages: 0-11 years.
Black Taxi Tour of Belfast
Departs: Daily.
A fascinating 2 hour experience that shows you the sights of Belfast including the City Hall, Albert Clock and Queens University. The tour also ventures into the turbulent political history of the city with visits to the political wall murals located on the Protestant Shankill Road and the Catholic Falls Road, a truly unique cultural experience.
Valid for travel: Until 31 Dec 08.
Conditions: Time of departure is based on client’s request. Minimum of 2 passengers for tour to proceed. No child discount available.
Last Updated: 16 May 2008.