Excursion A glimpse of dublin & guinness tour tour at Dún Laoghaire

Explore the Old World architecture, traditions and flavours of Dublin during this memorable, half-day city excursion to the Guinness Storehouse.

Dublin City Tour, Merrion Square, Dublin Castle, and Cathedrals

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour orientation drive through Dublin City. See the Old Parliament Building, Trinity College, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I, and Merrion Square. One of Dublin's grandest Georgian squares, Merrion Square is now the address of the National Gallery of Ireland and Irish Parliament. From here, pass by St. Stephen's Green, Dublin Castle, the Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

St. James Gate Brewery and Guinness Storehouse

Next, proceed to the Guinness Storehouse at the St. James Gate Brewery, birthplace of the world's most famous creamy stout. The brewery first saw the light of day near this spot over 250 years ago. Upon arrival, enter the Guinness Storehouse, an entertaining exhibition on the history of Guinness. During your self-guided walking tour, see, hear and smell the ingredients as they make their way through a series of vast machines and processes before becoming world-famous Guinness stout. In addition, view Guinness advertising and a showcase on how the product has been brought to market over the years with virtually every type of transportation.

Guinness Bar and Tasting, Dublin City Views and Gift Shop

Your self-guided tour of the Storehouse ends in the circular panoramic bar, which features sweeping views across the city of Dublin. Here, enjoy a complimentary sample of Guinness, just a few hundred yards from where it's made. Following your Guinness tasting, some free time is made available to browse the gift shop for Guinness-themed gifts and souvenirs. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Dublin City Tour (from coach), Trinity College (from coach), Merrion Square (from coach), Dublin Castle (from coach), and Cathedrals (from coach), Guinness Storehouse Tour and Tasting, Gift Shop

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, three steps at the entrance to the Guinness Storehouse and 40 steps inside the venue but there is a ramp for wheelchair access and elevators and/or escalators to all floors within the Guinness Storehouse. Walking at the Guinness Storehouse is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but the coach is not wheelchair-accessible. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe and non-slip walking shoes and a weatherproof jacket from the ship. Entry to the brewery itself is not permitted. Guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in tastings of alcoholic beverages. Due to the local climate, most of the coaches are air-cooled.