Overview
Explore the ‘must-see’ sights and hidden gems of Dublin by private car with a 5-Star Local Guide! See the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle and Trinity College. Extended options: visit St. Audeon’s Church, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Books of Kells.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
3-hour: Old Town Highlights
Book this tour to explore the highlights of Dublin by car. See the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, Dublin Castle, City Hall, Christ Church Cathedral, and more.
6-hour: Old Town Highlights & St. Patrick's Cathedral
Choose this car tour to see more of Dublin and visit St. Patrick's Cathedral and St. Audeon's Church. See Temple Bar, Docklands, Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and more.
7-hour: Old Town, St. Patrick's Cathedral & Book of Kells
Choose this car tour to fully explore Dublin and visit the Book of Kells (Old Library), St. Patrick's Cathedral and St. Audeon's Church. See the Temple Bar, Docklands, and more.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private car transfers for the whole tour with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral & free entry to St. Audeon’s Church (6 & 7H only)
Private Tour of Dublin City Center and Top Attractions by Car
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Library Exhibition with the Book of Kells (7-hour tour only)
(number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and free entry to St. Audeon’s Church (in 3H tour)
Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Library Exhibition with the Book of Kells (in 3 and 6-hour tours)
Admission to the Bell Tower of St. Patrick's Cathedral
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Information for the customer (Know before you go)
• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
• Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Guided tours inside St. Audeon’s Church, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Old Library (Book of Kells) are not included in the 3-hour option.
• Guided tours inside the churches during mass and special events are limited. If entry is not possible, the guide will provide all information outside.
• The Church of St. Audoen is open to the public daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM from April to October. The church is closed in winter so it will be replaced by another attraction such as Dublin Docklands.
• Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral are reserved for a specific time slot, so it's important to arrive on time. You will save time by skipping the line at the ticket office. The cathedral is usually open Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM and from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Admission excludes the Bell Tower.
• The Old Library and Book of Kells exhibition are best enjoyed in silence, so the guide will provide all information outside. Skip-the-line tickets are reserved for a specific time slot.
• We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to make use of a larger vehicle.
• For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests, so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well. The price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
What to expect
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Dublin
1 hour
Private car transfers for the whole tour with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
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Guinness Storehouse
2 hours
The tour will begin with pickup directly from your accommodation / hotel, and the itinerary will be tailored to your needs and interests to give you the best experience possible. Highlights include the Guinness Storehouse, home of the world’s most famous Irish beer. and the city's 2 cathedral churches: Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
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1 hour
At every turn your Expert Guide will share interesting facts and myths about Dublin, its history, Georgian architecture and important monuments, including the Famine Memorial Fountain and the Molly Malone Statue.
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30 min
Other points of interest include Dublin’s spectacular malls, such as the Victorian George’s Street Arcade and the greenhouse-like Stephen’s Green Shopping Center.
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St. Audoen's Church
30 min
You will visit the medieval Church of St. Audoen. This church is now home to the Polish chaplaincy in Ireland. The interior, which has a coffered barrel-vaulted ceiling, is lit by lunette windows high above the walls.
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Saint Patrick's Cathedral
1 hour
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which is a treasure trove of Irish culture and heritage. Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral are included so you can spend more time admiring this beautiful Gothic church instead of waiting in line. You can also get a taste of Irish nightlife in Temple Bar, the most talked about neighborhood in Dublin. The route will also cover the highlights of Dublin Docklands, such as the O’Connell Bridge, Famine Memorial, and the legendary ship Jeanie Johnston.
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Trinity College Dublin
1 hour
To enhance your experience with a visit to the Old Library Exhibition at Trinity College and see the real Book of Kells! For your convenience, skip-the-line tickets are included. The Old Library, with its collection of over 200,000 old books, is a quiet and elegant sanctuary that will delight every book lover. Its greatest treasure is the Book of Kells, a rare 9th century manuscript of the four Gospels of Jesus Christ. It’s a masterpiece in every sense of that word.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Dublin).
Additional Information
- For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests, so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well. The price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Dublin City & St Patrick's Cathedral Half-Day Tour by Car
Can I cancel Dublin City & St Patrick's Cathedral Half-Day Tour by Car for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private car transfers for the whole tour with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral & free entry to St. Audeon’s Church (6 & 7H only)
- Private Tour of Dublin City Center and Top Attractions by Car -
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Library Exhibition with the Book of Kells (7-hour tour only)
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
What's not included?
- Skip-the-line tickets to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and free entry to St. Audeon’s Church (in 3H tour)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Library Exhibition with the Book of Kells (in 3 and 6-hour tours)
- Admission to the Bell Tower of St. Patrick's Cathedral
Which places does it visit?
It visits Guinness Storehouse, St. Audoen's Church, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College Dublin.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Operated by Rosotravel - Ireland City Tours
