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Walk Dublin’s Medieval Walls Viking History and Local Stories
County Dublin
About
This 18-stops self-guided audio tour takes you through the medieval Dublin, following the original Viking settlement and the 13th-century Norman city walls.
You’ll start at Dublin Castle and trace the footprint of the old walled city. Along the way, you’ll visit key landmarks like St. Audoen’s Church, the only remaining medieval parish church in Dublin, and Christchurch Cathedral, built on the site of an earlier Viking church. Also walk through Temple Bar, discovering its history long before it became Dublin’s cultural quarter.
Highlights include:
Dublin Castle and the medieval power centre Original sections of the Norman city walls St. Audoen’s Church and medieval streets Christchurch Ca...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Easy to use app
Ben will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the Exploro app
Compatible with both iOS and Android
Local expert curated itinerary with hidden stories and highlights
Flexible: start, pause, or resume anytime at your own pace
Interactive map with GPS navigation, directions, and marked stops
Audio guide, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
In-person Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
City Hall
This is the start point of your audio tour.
Return
The Ha'penny Bridge Inn
You will conclude your audio tour on this bridge. Then you are free to explore the city on your own.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Walk Dublin’s Medieval Walls Viking History and Local Stories
County Dublin
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About
This 18-stops self-guided audio tour takes you through the medieval Dublin, following the original Viking settlement and the 13th-century Norman city walls.
You’ll start at Dublin Castle and trace the footprint of the old walled city. Along the way, you’ll visit key landmarks like St. Audoen’s Church, the only remaining medieval parish church in Dublin, and Christchurch Cathedral, built on the site of an earlier Viking church. Also walk through Temple Bar, discovering its history long before it became Dublin’s cultural quarter.
Highlights include:
Dublin Castle and the medieval power centre Original sections of the Norman city walls St. Audoen’s Church and medieval streets Christchurch Ca...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Easy to use app
Ben will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the Exploro app
Compatible with both iOS and Android
Local expert curated itinerary with hidden stories and highlights
Flexible: start, pause, or resume anytime at your own pace
Interactive map with GPS navigation, directions, and marked stops
Audio guide, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
In-person Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
City Hall
This is the start point of your audio tour.
Return
The Ha'penny Bridge Inn
You will conclude your audio tour on this bridge. Then you are free to explore the city on your own.
Itinerary
1
City Hall
Its history begins with its construction between 1769 and 1779 as the Royal Exchange.
5 minutes
2
One Le Pole Square
On the wall to our right is an impression of the oldest known map of Dublin.
5 minutes
3
St. Audoen's Park
Find a good spot and listen to the story.
5 minutes
4
Isolde's Tower
Taking a moment to stop and peer in and down, you will make out the shape that is the remnants of a stone tower.
5 minutes
5
Temple Bar
This famous and popular district is best summarised in the three words from the Irish language; ceol, ól and craic – meaning music, drink and fun.
5 minutes
6
Ha'penny Bridge
Well, that’s it! We have completed our tour of Medieval Dublin.
