Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
Dublin Literary Pub Crawl
4.5
Bar, Club & Pub Tours • Literary, Art & Music Tours
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19:30 - 22:00
Monday
19:30 - 22:00
Tuesday
19:30 - 22:00
Wednesday
19:30 - 22:00
Thursday
19:30 - 22:00
Friday
19:30 - 22:00
Saturday
19:30 - 22:00
Sunday
19:30 - 22:00
About
The pub, the poet and the pint. In Dublin, they seem to be inseparable. The public house is where writers sharpened their wit. This two hour walking tour is led by a team of professional actors who follow in the footsteps of James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Oscar Wilde, Brendan Behan and many others. You will hear renditions of prose, verse, drama and song from Dublin's literary hall of fame. The evening is packed with entertainment and also includes a quiz with prizes for the winners. As one critic wrote: 'A highly enjoyable evening that gives you the pleasant notion of replacing brain cells as you drown them'. Check our website for further details and to book online.
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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Travellers' Choice
2022

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sweetsweetspot
Los Olivos, CA109 contributions
May 2023
We did this on the final night of our 2.5 week tour of Ireland and it couldn't have been a more perfect way to end our trip. Our tour guides Finn and Kevin have a firm grasp of the literary heritage of Ireland and because they are trained actors, they bring readings to life that might otherwise be dull to a person unfamiliar with the material. There was humor and a little history thrown in as well. The pubs we went to each had a story related to one or more famous authors/poets which also helped me appreciate Dublin and the role of pubs more. Great deal, too. HIGHLY recommend.
Written 20 May 2023
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Jane M
3 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
This waking tour was great fun and you even learn a few interesting facts along the way. Frank and Finbar engaged with all of the guests and were quite entertaining A tip - even if the sun is shining, bring an umbrella!
Written 14 May 2023
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Philip D
Chestertown, M4 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
So much fun. Our performers were first rate actors, funny, helpful and knowledgeable. There is a reason why this pub crawl has been around for 35 years.
Written 13 May 2023
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Inspire06396889628
2 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
This tour were great. The actors Frank and Finbar were great and loved the format of having them act out scenes. Highly recommend.
Written 6 May 2023
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chris19652016
Thank you! Colm
Written 12 May 2023
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NB P
2 contributions
Apr 2023
Such a great tour! Frank and Colm will entertain, enlighten, charm, and make you laugh all night. You get to see four great pubs and hear the words of several Irish authors (our night included Beckett, Joyce, Plunkett and Behan), learn more about their interesting lives, and make some friends along the way. If you are in Dublin, you couldn't pick a better way to spend an evening. Bravo!
Written 2 May 2023
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chris19652016
Thanks very much. I'm thrilled you enjoyed the tour. Colm
Written 3 May 2023
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SWP
8 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
I really enjoyed the whole event. The two guides went in and out of character and were throughly entertaining and informative. A must if you head into Dublin.
Written 28 April 2023
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Janet C
Chicago, IL2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Frank and Finbar were fantastic. They were very informative with great stories, great acting and great pints! Definitely a must do while in Dublin, even if you’re not into literature!
Written 20 April 2023
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Susanna M
Pori, Finland14 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
This was fun and educational. A different kind of pub crawl, that is a must for book lovers! On this pub crawl you will visit a few nice pubs in the city center of Dublin, and in between the pubs you'll learn about irish literature from the great tour guides. Totally recommend!
Written 12 April 2023
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electionsmith
1 contribution
Mar 2023
What an absolute delight! Frank and Colin are masters, seamlessly interweaving dialogue from Irish literary classics with Dublin lore. The pubs are wonderful, the drinking is optional, and the conversations are lovely.
Written 15 March 2023
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chris19652016
Thank you! Colm
Written 18 March 2023
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Fernando A
3 contributions
Feb 2023
Absolutely loved the experience, a different type of pub crawl which is exactly what we were looking for. Got some entertaining stories, monologues, and some history along the way. John who sang was such a joy! Thank you so much for the experience and knowledge. The quiz at the end was a fun little add on.
Written 24 February 2023
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chris19652016
Thank you Fernandoa Colm
Written 25 February 2023
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