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Rural Pub Tours
Rural Pub Tours
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Bar, Club & Pub Tours • Beer Tastings & Tours • Night Tours • Day Trips
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10:00 - 22:00
Monday
10:00 - 22:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 22:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 22:00
Thursday
10:00 - 22:00
Friday
10:00 - 22:00
Saturday
10:00 - 22:00
Sunday
10:00 - 22:00
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Experience true Irish pub culture on our small group tour (maximum 16 people), visit the pubs the locals visit. Take in some of Ireland's most picturesque scenery as we make our way from pub to pub. Rural Pub Tours have put together exciting tours which takes you out of the City and straight to the countryside to have a real taste of rural pub life. So let us take you on an unforgettable journey through some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery as we visit many of Ireland’s most famous pubs and some of Ireland’s not so famous hard to find pubs.
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Bonnie Miller
New Castle, IN2 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Shane, our guide, was funny, kind and knowledgeable. The tour itself went thru beautiful country, and the pubs were delightful!! I highly recommend this!
Written 22 May 2023
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Tracey T
4 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Amazing night! Lots of laughs and our guide Shane was fantastic!! Also dropped us off at our hotel and showed us a great kebab spot!! It's a MUST do in Dublin!!!
Written 21 May 2023
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Brad W
Los Angeles, CA26 contributions
May 2023
There's a reason it has so many 5/5 reviews - easily our favorite part in visiting Ireland. Shane is AWESOME and keeps the tour in high spirits. Pubs were great, scenery was great, sad it's over already. We can't recommend this any higher.
Written 18 May 2023
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Brooke C
7 contributions
Apr 2023
What an amazing experience! Shane has created a truly remarkable product and his passion for helping others enjoy their travels, is the cherry on top. This small group tour was the highlight of our time in Dublin. This is not a giant group tour where you are herded like sheep—the group and van are small and friendly. And not only does this adventure take you out of the city and into the gorgeous mountains, but Shane provides historical and comical commentary about Ireland, it's people , their old pubs and their wonderful beers and spirits along the way. He also introduces you to Irish music and brings you to a delightful dinner spot. Highly recommend!
Written 18 May 2023
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Carol E
1 contribution
My brother and I went on this tour. I have to say it’s one of the best experiences we have had so far! Shane was fantastic!! We would recommend this tour to anyone! From the little bars we went to and the food! Thank you Shane for creating such a wonderful experience!! Slainte!
Written 17 May 2023
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laurie g
3 contributions
we had a great time our tour guide Shane was absolutely wonderful and very informational. I would highly recommend this tour.
Written 15 May 2023
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mochalover
Canada88 contributions
Highly recommend spending time visiting the rural pubs & meeting their patrons! Shane’s humor and story telling is second to none!
We had changes to our original booking the day before and Shane went out of his way to make sure our experience didn’t disappoint! Don’t hesitate to book this tour-it was our favourite time spent in Dublin!
We had changes to our original booking the day before and Shane went out of his way to make sure our experience didn’t disappoint! Don’t hesitate to book this tour-it was our favourite time spent in Dublin!
Written 10 May 2023
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Karen S
2 contributions
A great piece of advice for anyone visiting Dublin. Book this tour with Shane, you will not regret it! An amazing experience with a great guy!!!
Written 10 May 2023
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Barb K
Saint Paul, MN1 contribution
Apr 2023
This was a great time and our guide Rocky was terrific. The pubs and music were welcoming and authentic. Highly recomment this.
Written 8 May 2023
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Keith Z
4 contributions
Shane makes this an incredibly rewarding experience. The drive into the beautiful countryside is enhanced by his knowledge, wit, and love of his country. He is a well-known presence in the pubs we visited and it makes all feel welcomed. We did this on our last night in Ireland and we left for a love of this place and the people. Thank you Shane!
Written 28 April 2023
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We (6 adults) would like to go to Sean’s Bar ( we heard it’s the oldest Bar in Ireland ) on Sunday September 18. Do you go to that bar ? Thank you very much Ann Hennessey
Ambra B
14 contributions
Dove ci si incontra per iniziare il tour dei 6 pub che inizia alle 14? Alle 11.40 dovremmo atterrare a Dublino, dite che sarà possibile per noi partecipare usando i mezzi pubblici?
ruraltours
5 contributions
Hello Amber
Thank you for your message, we have also received your email & replied with directions to the tour departure point.
You will also get directions on your booking confirmation once you make your booking which can be done via our website.
Many thanks
Rural Pub Tours Team
Darvette
Dana Point, CA9 contributions
Hi there,
Can someone please advise me where to sign up, (I’m missing it)?
Thanks!!
tricia62123
Leeds, UK2 contributions
It's the Wicklow Mountain tour which starts at 2pm. on the ruraltours ie website. Can't post the link because Tripadvisor won't allow it!
Darvette
Dana Point, CA9 contributions
Hi there,
Can someone please advise me where to sign up, (I’m missing it)?
Thanks!!
ruraltours
5 contributions
Hello Darvette
You can sign up via our website
Rural Pub Tours
khabliston
Lakewood, CO3 contributions
Do you need to sign up for this tour? If so, how do you do it?
ruraltours
5 contributions
Hi khabliston
Yes advance booking is essential as its a small group tour max 16 people.
Bookings can be made via The Rural Pub Tours website
Pernille E
Prague, Czech Republic3 contributions
Do you need to sign up for this tour? If so, how do you do it? Also, is it a good way to meet new people if you are travelling alone?
ruraltours
5 contributions
Hello Pernille E
yes advance booking is essential as its a small group tour max 16 people per tour & ideal for solo travellers as you will be on a social tour amongst like minded travellers.
Bookings can be made via The Rural Pub Tours website
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Langley182 contributions
What pubs does the tour stop at as there are six of us and wanting to know if going by private car would allow for more of a customized tour that allows for us to stay longer at places we like and such. Any suggestions? Thanks
Nicole H
Rockville, MD36 contributions
Plenty of time allowed at each pub. Taking your own car would 100% minimize the experience. Our tour guide knew all the local pub history. We really enjoyed the ride (singing and talking) between pubs, the camaraderie of meeting others on our same tour and the warm reception we received because we were part of the tour.
tine79792
Tarrytown, NY2 contributions
Is there an opportunity to eat during the 5hr evening tour? I know it's not included, but is food available for purchase? Or is it recommended to eat before?
Steve Y
North Babylon, NY167 contributions
Recommend eating before. You can certainly order bar snacks at any of the stops. Hope you get to do this. Awesome time! Enjoy!!
Alaskalovr
Maryland32 contributions
Hi, we are really looking into this pub tour. We have a very limited time in Dublin so if we do this tour it would mean that we won't really do much in Dublin on our own. We are doing the Killinghaim Gaol tour and plan to stop for a quick visit to St Patrick's Cathedral and Christ Church but that will be about all we have time for. I was wondering how much time did you actually get to see the surrounding area? Did you feel that this tour gave you an overview of the Wicklow Mountains and countryside as well as a visit to the pubs?
MissTara73
Campbellford, Canada99 contributions
Hi there! I've done this tour three times, and am taking a fourth in November. If you have limited time in Dublin, TAKE THIS TOUR. If you had one afternoon in Dublin, I would still say TAKE THIS TOUR!! You meet the best people, visit the best pubs, see the countryside, and the tour guide, Shane, is just wonderful. If you want to enjoy the views, take an afternoon tour. If you want to see the genuine Irish pubs in all their glory, take an evening tour. I've taken this tour as a solo traveller and with my brother, and it's always the highlight of my trips to Dublin. Enjoy!