Bespoke Tours in Dublin and Throughout Ireland

We are happy to create a custom-made tour just for you.

 

Bespoke Travel in Dublin and Beyond with Dublin Tour Guide

No two visitors experience Dublin in quite the same way—and neither should their tour.

This page is for those looking to go further—to experience a side of the city that is more personal, more unusual, and more closely aligned with their individual interests. Over the years, we’ve created tours centred on architecture, literature, music, and pivotal moments in Irish history—each one designed not as a standard product, but as a carefully considered experience.

You may wish to explore Dublin through a specific lens. Perhaps tracing the world of James Joyce, uncovering the story of Irish independence, or focusing on the city’s architectural character. These are tours focused on a particular interest and designed for those who want something more distinctive and in-depth.

Alternatively, you might prefer to begin with one of our core Sightseeing Tours and enhance it with carefully chosen additions. A private visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a stop at a specialty coffee house for someone who appreciates single-origin beans, pour your own pint of Guinness, or a moment set aside for a celebration (anniversary, birthday)—these details can be seamlessly woven into your day, adding depth and personality without ever feeling staged.

Whether you choose a standalone, specialist experience or prefer to enrich one of our signature tours, everything we offer is tailored around you. And if you’re not quite sure what you’re looking for yet, you should read about our Ultimate Day in Dublin, which has elements of our Pub Tour, Crafts & Design Tour, Museums Tour and a Food Tour.

From iconic landmarks to hidden corners, from refined dining to spontaneous moments—this is Dublin, designed just for you.

Select a Unique Tour

Craft an Experience with Your Own Private Tour Guide in Dublin, Ireland

Designed according to your needs, our bespoke tours are aimed at providing a private Dublin experience to you and your travel companions that you won’t forget in a hurry.

Get in touch to begin creating your tailor-made experience, or, if you’re looking for a shorter, Dublin-based tour, browse our Dublin Sightseeing Tour options. 

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Food & Drink Tours

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History & Cultural Tours

  • Irish Independence
  • Architecture
  • Who was St. Patrick?
  • Conflict & Peace
  • Great Irish Women
  • Hidden Histories & Stories
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Literary Tours

  • Irish Literature
  • James Joyce
  • Trail from Museum of Literature to the James Joyce Centre
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Art & Music Tours

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Unique Experiences

  • Ghost Tour
  • Tour of a Local Neighbourhood
  • Parks & Museums
  • Film Locations
  • Helicopter Experience
  • Shopping with a Local Guide
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Tailored for You

  • Wheelchair-Accessible Tour
  • LGBTQ+ Friendly Experiences
  • Honeymoon & Romantic Experiences
  • Family or Special Occasion Tours

How it works

Have an idea of what you’d like?

Contact us and indicate whether you wish to reserve one of the unique tours listed above or enhance one of the core tours from our website menu with a signature moment detailed below.

Signature Moments to Include

The Details That Make It Unforgettable.

Enhance your selected tour experience with carefully selected moments—each one designed to bring Dublin to life.

Three plates of food on a wooden table: roasted squash on mash, meatballs with greens, and a bowl of soup with herbs, alongside sliced bread and drinks.

Food Experiences

  • Traditional Irish breakfast with your guide
  • Lunch in one of Dublin’s most refined restaurants
  • Curated food and drink pairings
  • Artisan cheese tastings
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Drink

  • Irish Whiskey/Gin tastings
  • Local craft beer experiences
  • Learn how to pour the perfect pint of Guinness
  • Learn how to make an Irish Coffee
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Coffee & Café Culture

  • Step inside Bewley’s Grafton Street Café, Dublin’s most iconic café
  • Discover the city’s thriving speciality coffee scene
  • Explore teas, matcha or herbal infusions
Book of Kells: Ireland’s Most Famous Attraction

Live Like a Local

  • Shopping at a Saturday market,
  • Visit a local supermarket
  • Visit a traditional butcher to hear the story about Corned Beef & Cabbage
  • Visit a record or book store
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Private Visits

  • Guinness Storehouse
  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral
  • Christchurch Cathedral
  • National Library/Gallery/Museum
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Personal Touches

  • Professional photography to capture your day
  • Film locations
  • Special surprises—champagne, music, or meaningful moments

Creating a truly bespoke experience takes time, care, and local expertise.

For more customised itineraries, we offer a Tour Design Consultation (€60), where we work with you to plan your day in detail—selecting the right experiences, pacing, and personal touches.

The full amount is credited toward your booking.

This service is often complimentary for multi-tour bookings or off-season travel (October to April), when we have greater flexibility to design more in-depth experiences.

If you’re looking for something beyond the expected, this is where we begin.

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    10:00 is the norm for sightseeing tours, whereas the Pub Tour starts at 18:00 (6pm).