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By LetzGo City Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 325 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Delve into Dublin's rich literary tapestry on a guided walking tour that celebrates the lives and works of its most esteemed writers. This enriching experience includes a 90-minute stroll through the city’s literary history, where an expert guide shares stories of Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde, and James Joyce. Upgrade your experience and enjoy a delightful traditional Afternoon Tea in the picturesque Merrion Square before concluding your journey with timed entry to the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI), home to rare manuscripts. Perfect for literary enthusiasts and culture seekers alike.

    • 90-minute guided walking tour through Dublin's literary landmarks
    • Enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea in the historic Merrion Square (Optional Upgrade)
    • Timed entry tickets to the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI)
    • Small-group experience ensuring personalized attention and interaction

Activity location

  • Trinity College Dublin
    • Grafton St., College Green
    • 2, Dublin, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • St. Patrick’s Park
    • Bull Alley Street
    • Dublin 8, County Dublin, Ireland

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Dublin Literary Legends Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

MoLI End Point: The tour ends in Museum of Literature Ireland

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:30
Price details
RM 324.96 x 1 AdultRM 324.96
Total
Price is RM 324.96

Literary Legends & Tea

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Afternoon Tea: Upgrade your experience and enjoy a Sumptuous Traditional Afternoon Tea.
Merrion Square: Upgrade guests will finish near Merrion Square

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:30
Price details
RM 541.59 x 1 AdultRM 541.59
Total
Price is RM 541.59

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stories of Swift, Wilde, Yeats, Joyce, Beckett, and Heaney
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Timed Entry to MoLI, home to rare manuscripts and first editions
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Curated exploration of Dublin’s literary heritage
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional Upgrade to Elegant Afternoon Tea experience in a Georgian setting
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation // Guide Tip

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
  • Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
  • Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

Activity itinerary

Saint Patrick's Cathedral (Pass by)

Explore the exterior of Ireland’s most famous cathedral and its tranquil gardens on this captivating guided walk. Discover the legacy of Jonathan Swift, the visionary Dean of St. Patrick’s, and hear the stories of Bram Stoker, the creator of Dracula and a notable alumnus of the historic Trinity College. This exterior-only visit offers a deep dive into the 16th-century history and architectural grandeur that shaped Dublin’s most famous authors.

Trinity College Dublin

  • 15m
Uncover the prestigious history of Trinity College Dublin on this immersive exterior guided visit. Explore the world of the "Protestant Ascendancy" and discover how class and culture shaped Ireland's intellectual heart. Your guide will bring the campus to life with stories of the icons who studied here—from classical masters like Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker, and Jonathan Swift to Nobel Laureate Samuel Beckett. We’ll even bridge the gap to the present day by discussing modern alumni like Sally Rooney. A must-do for book lovers and history enthusiasts alike!

College Green

  • 10m
The story of Irish Parliament, limited self-rule, and the Act of Union. Continue your journey through Dublin’s beating heart, College Green—once home to Parliament and still home to Trinity College.

St Stephen's Green

  • 15m
On this guided walk, you will do more than just see the sights—you’ll step into the world of one of the 20th century’s most celebrated authors. See the city's historic streets, traditional pubs, and storied cafés through Joyce’s eyes. From the settings of Dubliners to the epic paths of Ulysses, your guide will bring the characters and the "Old Dirty Dublin" of Joyce’s imagination to life.

Merrion Square

  • 20m
Step into the elegant world of Victorian Dublin on a walk through Merrion Square. Meet the "colorful character" himself—the Oscar Wilde statue—and learn the secrets behind its unique design and symbolism. Located directly across from his family home, this stop offers a personal look at Wilde's childhood and the society that shaped his genius. From his favorite parks to his elite neighborhood, see the city through the eyes of its most flamboyant son.

Museum of Literature Ireland

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Complete your Dublin experience with timed entry tickets to the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI). Begin with a guided introduction as your expert points out the museum’s must-see highlights—from the original "Copy No. 1" of Ulysses to exhibits on Yeats, Heaney, and Mary Lavin. After a visit to the historic gardens for a photo under James Joyce’s legendary 1902 graduation tree, you are free to explore the world-class exhibitions at your own pace. A perfect blend of expert insight and personal discovery.

Location

Activity location

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    Trinity College Dublin
    • Grafton St., College Green
    • 2, Dublin, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    St. Patrick’s Park
    • Bull Alley Street
    • Dublin 8, County Dublin, Ireland

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