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County Dublin, Ireland
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Overview

Explore Dublin’s gruesome stories of murder, torture, cannibalism, grave robbing, brothels, proposals to eat young children, unearthly worship and much more! We start our journey at Dublin Castle, where we will explore the torture of the past, speak of priest hunters and unearth why the upper courtyard was nicknamed the Devil’s Half Acre but behind the beautiful architecture is a brutal past. From here we’ll take the side streets to hear stories of cannibalism and of proposals to eat babies. As we delve further into Dublin’s dark past, we’ll enter an area once known as Hell. Uncover stories of brothels, witches, and the infamous Hellfire Club. Passing by the old city walls we’ll learn of grave robbing, The Black Pig, and finish with the very unusual case of a strangler and killer with no legs. Join us on this 2-hour walking tour as we weave our way through the city streets and back alleys to uncover Dublin’s Dark past.
  • Explore Dublin on foot with a small-group tour
  • Learn about dark history including murder and grave robbery
  • Sightsee beyond the city center in neighborhoods like Smithfield
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Small groups
Eco-friendly
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Dinner
Barnardo Square , Barnardo Square, Dublin 8, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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Barnardo Square is the small square next to Dublin City Hall on DAME STREET DUBLIN 2.

5:30 PM
Smithfield Square , Smithfield, Dublin 7, Ireland
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We will finish the tour in Smithfield Square.

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Unearthed Tours Limited
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the policy on sanitization during Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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What is the social distancing policy during Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Dark Dublin Guided Walking Tour?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
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Awesome!
Maria_S
, Aug 2022
kiron was exceptional guide, engaging, honest and very knowledgeable! He made history come alive! A great experience
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star-5
Fun walk and a different side of history
Paul_R
, Aug 2022
We had a really great time. Ciaron is a great storyteller. Was a fun walk through a bit of Dublin history.
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Just book it…
Richard_W
, Aug 2022
The tour guide, Kieran, as not only interesting and full of Dublin history but also entertaining! Excellent tour - would definitely recommend.
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Dark Delight!
Tom_B
, Aug 2022
Fun experience filled with horrible stories and dark humour. Ciarón (did I spell that right?!) was a great guide. Met some nice people through the tour and learned a lot, an excellent way to spend an evening in Dublin.
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James was very...
ElaineHall
, Aug 2022
James was very informative and great at what he does. James also made sure he speaks to everyone in the group!
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A great time!
Mackenzie_M
, Aug 2022
We had such a fun time. Our group was lovely, Killian was a phenomenal tour guide, and we learned so much that the long walk didn't even phase us. Definitely recommend!
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B R I L L I A N T!
Sara_A
, Aug 2022
Kearon was awesome, he really has the capacity to capture you while he tells tales about dark Dublin, making them also funny and enjoyable!
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star-5
Great tour
Louise_S
, Aug 2022
We had a great time on our tour with Cillian. He was very knowledgeable and funny and he really brought the stories he was telling to life. Well done Cillian!
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star-5
Engaging, funny, and knowledgeable.
Christopher_F
, Aug 2022
Our guide, Jack Redmond, was incredible. Interesting stories from start to finish. Completely engaging, funny, and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
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Great First Evening in Dublin!
Heather_S
, Aug 2022
Jack was an excellent, entertaining guide! Learned a lot and enjoyed the evening stroll around town!
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Fun and entertaining!!
Marianne_R
, Aug 2022
My wife and I have been on this type of themed tour in many cities, and this was among the most informative and interesting. Cillian (sp?) was a great guide who held our interest. In fact, we wish we had time to take the daytime city tour with him. The tour seemed to be over in half of the time it actually took. We highly recommend this to anyone visiting Dublin.
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Within top 2 recommended Dublin Activities
Zachary_K
, Aug 2022
Fantastic tour. The guide (I think his name was Kilian) was extremely knowledgeable on both history, as well as world history that coincided with Dublins time. This is a must do for anyone interested in history.
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I liked how there was a...
Stephanie_C
, Aug 2022
I liked how there was a lot of history mixed in with the horror. Though I did expect more horror. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable.
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star-5
Great, unusual, and dark
James_T
, Aug 2022
Great to hear history that you wouldn’t hear on more traditional tours. The guide, Cillian, was very knowledgeable and funny. It is dark material if you’re into that. 10/10
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Highly recommend if you’d like to know a different side of Dublin.
Lisanne_P
, Aug 2022
Big thank you to our guide Jack for the amusing and informative tour of the more dark side of Dublin!
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Dark and funny
Eve_S
, Aug 2022
This gruesome tour made us all laugh out loud several times. Very informative and very entertaining!
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Fun time
Leah_B
, Aug 2022
As a solo traveller, i was was comfortable as part of this tour group. It was very interesting, plenty of gory details, and my tour guide was very funny
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star-5
Great Dublin walking tour!
Elsa_L
, Jul 2022
Great stories, and a wonderful stroll around town. The tour guide was knowledgeable and fun to listen to!
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Dark and Fun!
Michael_R
, Jul 2022
Definitely some dark history, but humor mixed in. Everyone in our group was talking about it at the pub that night. Our guide James was incredible. He has mighty 'craic'.
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star-5
Great experience, plus bonus content!
Bobbie_L
, Jul 2022
Our tour guide went above and beyond, entertaining us with stories for almost 3 hours! If you like dark tourism, this is just the thing for you!
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