
Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife
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Is Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife worth booking?
Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife is a 2.5-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from $71 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (21)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $71 per person
Food and culture go hand in hand in Dublin, and there's a food tradition in particular that makes the city even more flavorful. Ready to try it? Get a taste of the food scene that characterizes Dublin and it's known aro
What you get
About this experience
Food and culture go hand in hand in Dublin, and there's a food tradition in particular that makes the city even more flavorful. Ready to try it? Get a taste of the food scene that characterizes Dublin and it's known around the world. Try half a pint of Guinness, Irish stew, and more in its original recipe - forget about adaptations, this is the real deal! Your local guide is a food and culture expert and will show you spots in the city to enhance the cultural vibes. Go to Wood Quay amfitheatre, and Darkey Kelly's Pub, and get to know more about where this food tradition comes from and how it relates to Dublin. Withlocals Food & Culture Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Carbon-neutral tour
- Private guide
- 3 beers per person
- 1 local snack per person
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Dublin
Meet your local Irish host and start this unforgettable journey. Get to know the real Dublin from its musical instruments and musicians to famous landmarks and pubs.
60 minutes here
Ancient Viking Site: Discover an old Viking site, which has been transformed into a modern amphitheater for opera and musical events and hear local stories from your private local guide
345 minutes here
Darkey Kelly's Bar is located in the oldest part of Dublin which straight away makes the pub more interesting
45 minutes here
Smithfield Square
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Saint Audoen's Gate
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Lord Edward Street
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dublin
Meet your guide in front of the Gutter Bookshop
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
End your tour in a pub nearby
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Withlocals
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
21 verified traveler reviews for Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Classic Irish pub crawl
A great experience visiting pubs around Dublin with live music!
via Tripadvisor
Dublin pub crawl
Ruairi was a wonderful, local guide. The information shared was wonderful. We loved his sense of humor. There were many events going on during our tour, so he adjusted accordingly and we had a great time. Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor
Temple Bar with a Local
If you go to Dublin, Temple Bar is a must see area to explore. You will find everything from nice quiet pubs with locals to very vibrant and crowded bars with young energy. Our guide Ruairi was very accommodating and tailored our experience to what we were interested in seeing, which was the more quiet local pubs with tons of history and stories to tell. It was a treat for me to have a proper Guinness which we cannot get where we live while my wife sampled some of the lighter beers on offer. Ireland is rich with history and the Ruairi is an accomplished story teller and walked us through some of Irelands history that we were not familiar with and some of the pubs we visited were weaved into the stories which made it a more enriching experience. The Temple Bar area is largely wall to wall pubs which provided an opportunity to match the pubs we were visiting with our expectations. In our travels my wife and I always enjoy meeting locals and learning about their countries from their perspective. Ruairi did not hold back and we enjoyed his forthrightness which we have found to be an endearing feature of the Irish people. The whole experience deepened our love of Ireland and we thank Ruairi for a memorable evening.
via Viator
Holiday made with music!
I'd say friendliest people found in Dublin, you go to a pub, if you sing Irish folk music they get you to give them a song!!! We'd served with the army during the 'Troubles' - you find different type of people in Southern Ireland. We weren't welcomed whilst serving but that was due to circumstances. Half the people wanted us there, half didn't. Northern Ireland even then was beautiful, it still is. I'm just surprised Northern Ireland still exists. Irish, Northern and Southern are very friendly, and like the Scottish are Celtic so pass the time through music. You enjoy music, this is the place to go. I'm biased being a folk singer since 1976. Call in yourself, pass the time singing to them! They'll like you all. the more!
via Tripadvisor
Personal bar tour
First night in Dublin and “R”ewery was great! He really gave us a personalized experience along with his personal local info which was greatly appreciated and so glad we did the first night to get familiar with the area…
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $71 to $249
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife cost?
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Prices start at $71 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dublin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dublin is not rushed.
Is Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dublin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dublin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dublin and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Classic Irish Pubs Private Tour of Dublin: Live Music, Beer and Nightlife start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dublin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dublin?
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On Outty we rank every Dublin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway, Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour, The Little Museum of Dublin Famous Guided Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dublin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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