Dublin Great Famine Tour with Fast-Track EPIC Museum Tickets
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About This Tour in Dublin
Why Visit Dublin?
Dublin is Ireland's vibrant capital, known for friendly locals, historic pubs, and rich literary heritage. Explore Trinity College, visit historic landmarks, and experience traditional Irish music. Dublin offers a warm welcome, beautiful architecture, and authentic culture.
Getting to Dublin
The easiest way to reach Dublin is by flying into Dublin Airport (DUB). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Private Walking Tour about the Great Famine and Irish Emigration in Dublin -
- Skip-the-line tickets to the EPIC the Irish Emigration Museum (3,5 and 4,5-hour options only)
- Licensed History Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Private transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 4,5-hour options only)
- Expert commentary on the Great Irish Famine and its aftermath
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
What's Not Included
- Skip-the-line tickets to the EPIC the Irish Emigration Museum (in 2 and 3-hour options)
- Private transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Private transfers and tickets to the EPIC Museum are not included in the 2-hour option.
- Skip-the-line tickets to EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum are reserved for a specific time slot, so it's important to arrive at the meeting point on time. You will save time by skipping the line at the ticket office.
- The EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum was designed as a self-guided experience, so guiding will be kept to a minimum so as not to distract from the interactive exhibits.
- The 3- and 4,5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer time between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on traffic the distance from your accommodation in Dublin.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
- For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests, so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well. The price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
MeetMeet your guide next to the Molly Malone Statue (outside St. Andrew's Church), Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland
End Point
The tour will end in front of the historic Jeanie Johnston tall ship, whichThe tour will end in front of the historic Jeanie Johnston tall ship, which is moored in Dublin Docklands.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Meet your guide next to the Molly Malone Statue (outside St 10 minutes
Meet your guide next to the Molly Malone Statue (outside St. Andrew's Church), Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland
Round-trip transfer between the meeting point and your... 30 minutes
Round-trip transfer between the meeting point and your accommodation to make it easier for you to join this tour. A 5-Star Driver will pick you up in a private vehicle. Drop-off at your accommodation after the tour is also included for your convenience.
To explore Dublin Docklands with a Private Guide... 1 hour
To explore Dublin Docklands with a Private Guide and learn about the Great Irish Famine. Your walking tour will begin next to the popular Molly Malone Statue of a tragic fictional character who died young. Nearby you will also find a statue of Thomas Davis and the Memorial Fountain, which commemorates the famine. Every stop on this tour will be filled with history, as you will hear authentic stories about the struggles of daily life during the Great Famine.
Your Historian Guide will take you on a... 1 hour
Your Historian Guide will take you on a walk through the city center and along the River Liffey, passing by Trinity College, the Irish Houses of Parliament, O'Connell Monument and the Custom House Quay. You will see the powerful Famine Memorial and the World Poverty Stone.
Explore Other points of interest includeTriumphal Arch and... 30 minutes
Explore Other points of interest includeTriumphal Arch and the state–of-art EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum.
Visit EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum during your... 1 hour
Visit EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum during your private walking tour of Dublin Dockyards. With skip-the-line tickets to the EPIC you can beat the crowds and avoid long lines. This world-class interactive museum explores the stories of Irish emigrants on their departure, arrival, and return, revealing how they managed to survive and thrive far away from home. The fun and playful exhibits will help you better understand the Irish identity and national pride.
The tour will end in front of the... 20 minutes
The tour will end in front of the historic Jeanie Johnston tall ship, which is moored in Dublin Docklands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
