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The 15 Best Pub Crawls & Bar Tours in Ireland

39 tours  ·  from $9

The trick is not the pubs, it is the order. The 15 below are compared on how many stops, whether the first drink is in, and which ones are built around live music rather than volume.

Dublin: Generation Pub Crawl - How the pub-to-pub route works
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Dublin: Generation Pub Crawl

1.Generation Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,457 reviews · from $16Our pick

Meet local guides at 4 Dame Lane for a five-hour Dublin night out. You’ll get a welcome Guinness, free shots, drink discounts, live music, skip-the-line access, Whelan’s, and VIP entry to Copper Face Jacks. Guides such as Matthew, Lee, Brian, and James keep the large groups moving.

“This was such a fun night. We ended up in such a fun group, everyone up for partying and having a laugh. Went to some great pubs we would have missed if not on this crawl. The silent disco was hilarious. Shout out to James our guide who was a legend!”

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Dublin Literary Pub Crawl - Starting at the Duke Pub at 7:15 pm
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Dublin Literary Pub Crawl

2.Dublin Literary Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,607 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Start at the Duke Pub with actors such as Colm, John, Frank, and Finbarr, then walk to four central Dublin pubs for Irish literary tales, dramatic readings, music, and a final quiz with prizes. Drinks cost extra, and group size may vary by date.

“Fun mix of Irish music and literary stories; modest walking with several pub stops. With quiz questions posed by the tour operator, everyone engaged.”

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Generation Pub Crawl Dublin - Starting at 4 Dame Lane with a Guinness
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Generation Pub Crawl Dublin

3.Generation Pub Crawl Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 400 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $16

Start at 8pm on Dame Lane with a welcome Guinness, then follow guides such as James, Brian, Lee, or Oscar through Temple Bar and local nightlife spots. Expect live music, free shots, drink discounts, a social crowd, and skip-the-line entry to Copper Face Jacks, ending around 1am.

“James is the best! Um yeah it was super cool checking out some of the local and tourist spots around town. Great people. Great vibes. ✌️”

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Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local - Capel Street: three Irish beers in one sitting
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Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local

4.Dublin Out-Off-Tourist-Path Pub Tour and Tastings with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Start beside the Spire and spend nearly four hours visiting four Dublin pubs. Sample three Irish craft beers, Guinness, single malt whiskey, and Cork gin, with local stories, optional food, and traditional music. Guides may include Rob, Sam, Connor, Jack, Peter, or Martin.

“It definitely was a fun night. We had different stops with different drinks. And, learning the proper way to pour a Guiness was a highlight. Definitely would recommend.”

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Dublin: Traditional Pub Walking Tour - Key points at a glance
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Dublin: Traditional Pub Walking Tour

5.Traditional Pub Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 295 reviews · from $48

Meet the yellow umbrella beside the Spire for a four-hour tour led by guides such as Connor, Conor, James, Martin, or Rob. You’ll visit four local pubs, taste Irish beer, Guinness, whiskey, and milk gin, then finish with traditional live music. Food is optional.

“So fun! Our tour guide was phenomenal and the pubs were fun! Got to try a bunch of different beers and learn the differences between them. Would definitely recommend!”

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Belfast: City Centre Beer Bike Tour - Starting at 44 Bedford Street
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Belfast: City Centre Beer Bike Tour

6.City Centre Beer Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 292 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Join a 7 to 16-person pedal bike at 44 Bedford Street and cruise Belfast city centre with an English-speaking guide and driver. Bring your own drinks or pre-order beer or prosecco. Guides such as Ron, Thomas, Mark, and James have helped keep the music, banter, and drink service moving.

“The overall experience is a must if you haven't got jelly legs after, you're doing it wrong hahaha”

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Dublin Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Trail - St Mary’s Abbey brings Viking-era Howth into view
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Dublin Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Trail

7.Dublin Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 290 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $127

Meet your guide at Howth railway station for 3.5 hours of seafood, craft beer, local stories, and coastal scenery. Expect chowder, smoked salmon, Guinness soda bread, a seafood platter, several half pints or bottles, and stops at historic pubs and sites. Guides have included Patrick, Paddy, and Mark.

“There is a fair amount of walking to the destinations, fun tour and great craft beer. The tour guide, Patrick is a great entertainer and has a wonderful singing voice.”

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Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15) - The Merry Ploughboy begins the afternoon gently
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Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)

8.Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Leave central Dublin with guide Shane for a five-hour visit to three rural mountain pubs: The Merry Ploughboy, Johnnie Fox’s, and The Blue Light. Expect Irish music, pub stories, scenic views, and a group of no more than 15. Food and drinks cost extra.

“What a great pub tour. Shane was an amazing guide. Full of information and funny. This tour was well worth it. Sure Dublin City is wonderful but to have to get outside of the city to appreciate the pubs and scenery elsewhere. A must do when visiting Dublin. 🇮🇪”

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Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people - The Blue Light and Dublin Bay views
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Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people

9.Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $116

Join guide Shane for a nine-hour, small-group trip from central Dublin into the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains. Visit six rural pubs, pay only for the food and drinks you choose, enjoy a meal stop, meet locals, and finish with traditional Irish music.

“Fantastic experience! We had a great time, and really had the chance to leave the big city and experience the countryside. Highly highly recommend.”

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Dublin: Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub - The musician-owned pub adds some character
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Dublin: Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

10.Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 208 reviews · from $39

Spend an evening at the musician-owned Merry Ploughboy Pub, about 30 minutes from central Dublin. Choose show only or dinner and show, then enjoy live Irish songs, uilleann pipes, comic audience interaction, singers, and fast Irish stepdancing in an English-language performance.

“Fantastic. The venue, the staff (very welcoming and attentive), the food (really good, especially as catering for approx 200 people) and of course the live traditional Irish music and Irish dancers. Would highly recommend this place.”

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Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people) - Stop one: Merry Ploughboys at the mountain foothills
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Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)

11.Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Shane for a five-hour evening ride from central Dublin into the Dublin Mountains. Visit Merry Ploughboys, The Blue Light, and Johnnie Fox’s, meet local pub owners, enjoy mountain scenery, and hear live Irish music at the final stop. Drinks and dinner cost extra.

“Do not pass over this tour when making reservations, it was a great way to mingle and relax with locals and other tourists. We started as a small group of strangers and with Shane’s charm, humor and knowledge we ended the tour as friends. The pubs and patrons made us feel so welcome and we even joined in a few sing alongs. I would 100% recommend this tour and our guide Shane. I would book again if I had the opportunity to return to Ireland.”

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The Perfect Pint Pub Tour - Croke Park and Dublin’s Gaelic identity
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The Perfect Pint Pub Tour

12.The Perfect Pint Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Start at the Guinness Storehouse, then ride through Dublin past Croke Park, the River Liffey, Glasnevin Cemetery, and O’Connell Street. With guides such as Bobby, Sean, Keith, Denis, and Ken, you’ll visit four traditional pubs, hear local stories, and learn to pour Guinness.

“Talking and watching soccer with the locals patrons was wonderful. Great tour if you want to drink a lot of Guinness.”

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Dublin: City Pub Crawl Experience - The first drink sets the pace
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Dublin: City Pub Crawl Experience

13.City Pub Crawl Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 143 reviews · from $28

Join an English-speaking guide such as Nicola or Brion for four hours across four Dublin venues. Start at Trinity Bar, enjoy a welcome drink, live Irish music, drink specials, friendly introductions, and free late-night entry at D Two. Bring photo ID and expect a social night out.

“We loved our guide and small group. One of the best ways to explore Dublin bars and meet new people. Highly recommend !!”

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Dublin: Traditional Pubs Walking Tour with Local Guide - Four Pubs, Four Different Sides of Dublin Drinking Culture
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Dublin: Traditional Pubs Walking Tour with Local Guide

14.Traditional Pubs Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · from $31

Meet your English-speaking guide outside the Utah Teapot in Smithfield for a three-hour walk through four traditional Dublin pubs. Guides such as Kevin, Andy, Helena, and Steve share stories about Irish drinks, pub customs, and local life. Drinks cost extra, with about €25 recommended.

“Our tour guide was wonderful!! Knowledgeable, friendly, chatty - stayed well past the tour time to chat”

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Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience - The Franciscan monks and the first pint on this site
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Kilkenny: Smithwick’s Beer Experience

15.Smithwick’s Beer Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 108 reviews · from $25

At Smithwick’s Experience in Kilkenny, an English-speaking guide leads you from 13th-century Franciscan brewing to the Smithwick family story and a hands-on look at beer making. Smell hops, taste sweet wort, then finish with a pint or upgrade to a three-ale tasting paddle.

“Very informative and fun, interactive tour. Liked the family portrait room!”

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