
Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local
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Is Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local worth booking?
Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local is a 3.8-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from $50 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 415 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (415)
- Duration
- 3.8 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Dublin Traditional Pub Tour Everyday at 6PM from the Spire (The Big Needle) on O'Connell St. Running Late? Meet us until 6:30PM at The Black Sheep on Capel St. Experience the famous Dublin pub culture with us! On this
What you get
About this experience
Dublin Traditional Pub Tour Everyday at 6PM from the Spire (The Big Needle) on O'Connell St. Running Late? Meet us until 6:30PM at The Black Sheep on Capel St. Experience the famous Dublin pub culture with us! On this 3.5 hour tour, we take you out of the tourist area and visit some local bars with some local people! We visit four different pubs on the north side of the river, introducing you to some of the best new craft beers and Irish Gin and Craft Whiskey in Ireland. Excellent traditional Irish food (not included in the price) is available in the third venue and we finish with a traditional Irish music session.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Live entertainment
- Local taxes
Not included
- Food is available to purchase at one location but is not included in the price of the tour.
- Additional drinks are available to purchase
What you'll see and do
The Spire
We meet beside the Spire (the big needle) in the middle of O'Connell street. After being introduced to your local guide and your fellow travellers we move off to the first stop on our Pub Tour.
10 minutes here
Recently pedestrianised, Capel street has become a hub at nighttime for Dubliners and visitors alike to enjoy Dublin's famous Pub Culture. At our first stop, we experience a craft beer bar serving locally produced Irish beer. Enjoy tasters of three distinct styles of beer from an Irish microbrewery as your guide explains how the beer is made and how you get the wonderful different flavours.
60 minutes here
On our second stop, we visit a beautiful old Victorian close to the river for a glass of Guinness. Listen as your guide explains why Guinness tastes different and is so much creamier in Ireland compares to other places.
30 minutes here
Our third stop is an iconic Dublin pub called Slatterys where we will have time to sit down and enjoy some of the finest traditional Irish food (optional) in the city. In this location, you will also have a taster of a superb Single Malt Irish whiskey as your guide describes the resurgence in the whiskey distilling industry in Ireland. To finish, we will have a taster of a delicious craft Irish gin and tonic from a micro-distillery in County Cork.
90 minutes here
Our last stop is at a cosy Dublin pub to enjoy a traditional Irish music session. Stay as long as you like while you chat away with the locals and your fellow traditional as you enjoy this authentic Dublin Pub experience.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dublin
Look for the Yellow Umbrella!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour finishes at different locations on different nights depending on where the best music is on a day by day basis, Normally 10/15 minutes from the start point
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 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Yellow Umbrella Tours Ltd
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 414 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
414 verified traveler reviews for Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great pubs, amazing guide & new friends!
Very fun! Great guide and it was a great way to experience Irish pubs and meet people from all over!
via Viator
Unique, fun, and real
Conor was a fantastic guide; he was able to blend history with culture and humor. Successfully makes you feel like you’re not just a tourist, but a friend. Honestly, he created a night that I’ll never forget. Very happy I booked this tour and would 100% recommend to a friend.
via Viator
4 pubs plus music
We went to 4 stops. We got fantastic information. I learned the proper way to drink a Guinness. The last stop had live music. It was a little cramped for the size of our group. We learned about craft beers in Ireland. Overall a good time. Good amount of drink.
via Viator
Fun
Fun tour, Sam was our guide. He was clearly very knowledgeable but a little too serious for my liking. He focused on the alcohol which was fine but I would have liked more about the pubs. He reprimanded the group for having fun/lughing and then threatened to stop the tour because he thought someone didn’t pay. Have a better system to avoid that issue. Recommended and would do it again.
via Viator
Great experience
Everyone was very friendly and Rob is a great tour guide
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 145
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local take?
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Plan for about 3.8 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 Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 415 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 Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local?
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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 Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local?
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Around 145 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 3.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local 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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