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Walking Tours Dublin provides bespoke PRIVATE tours of Dublin city's many attractions. Kevin McDermott has lived in Dublin for over 30 years, he has an extensive knowledge of the city, he is passionate about it and he loves sharing this with you. Kevin's style is very interactive, informative and entertaining, ensuring that you have a very enjoyable experience. Dublin is a vibrant city and your tour will leave you with a very positive impression of Dublin, Ireland past and present and of Irish people. The aim of the tour is to "Learn a little, laugh a lot". Tours are normally taken by visiting families or small business groups from all over the world who want a quality and engaging service. You are not lumped in with 20-30 other strangers. You have the tour exclusively to yourself and that is what makes it a unique experience.
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Geoff S
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Dublin North, South and Pubs
Aug 2022 • Couples
Did 3 tours with the yellow umbrella guides. Informative and fun. Ideal way to get a feel for the city on our first day.
Written 11 August 2022
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travelor_7
Philadelphia, PA48 contributions
A highlight
May 2021 • Couples
Over the course of our afternoon walk, Kevin shared with us his pride and enthusiasm for the city of Dublin. His depth of knowledge really enriched our experience and he tailored his tour to our interests, showing us fascinating spots that we would never have found on our own. His love of Yeats poetry led to a moment I know I will never forget. We are Americans and we enjoy spending time with local people wherever we go, hoping to get a glimpse of what it’s like to come from a completely different background. Our time with Kevin was a highlight of our visit.
Written 30 April 2022
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Thomas P. McCabe
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Just an outstanding tour and a wonderfully informed representative of the People of Ireland
Nov 2021
Listen Now Again: Kevin is Probably the best walking tour guide in the whole of Ireland.
As an added bonus, Kevin will quote from his repertoire of great Irish Poets, W.B Yeats, Becket, Brendan Keneally, And the man himself Seamus Heaney - Do not be afraid, if you are interested in GAA or Rugby Football, you are in for a special treat. Our tour came alive when Kevin realized we also had strong connections with Counties Sligo and Mayo - NOLI TIMERE -
Kevin is so informed it is unreal . . . . I have no hesitation in rating Kevin my #1 tour guide not only in Ireland but all of northern Europe.,

Thomas P. McCabe & family.
Written 10 January 2022
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Mikaela O
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Authentic Dublin Experience - A must!
Nov 2021 • Friends
For the quintessential Irish experience, everyone should go on one of Kevin’s tours.

We started at trinity college, experienced the book of Kells, all the while listening to history and tidbits of Irish culture. We also stopped in a bookstore with roots dating back to James Joyce.

We’ve been coming to Dublin for a few years now, and this has been the first time we got a local feel of the culture. For those seeking a slow and thoughtful pace, this tour is perfect.
Written 24 November 2021
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suefrommaryland
Montgomery County, MD5 contributions
Fanastic tour with Kevin!
Mar 2020
In early March, my husband Jim and I took a full-day walking tour of Dublin with Kevin. It was wonderful. Kevin has an amazing knowledge of the city and its culture, politics, literature, history, art and landmarks. He took us to a terrific and non-touristy pub that is one of his favorites. Kevin also gave us recommendations for several great restaurants and for Dublin places of interest to see on other days of our stay. In the weeks before the trip, he sent us suggestions for Irish literature by contermporary and past authors and links to important news websites as well as ideas for one-day excursions. Most of all, we totally enjoyed Kevin's company. Besides being knowledgeable and interesting, he has a wonderful sense of humor.
Written 5 April 2020
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Kevin M
Dear Susan. A sincere thanks for your lovely comments. I am deeply humbled. I love this city and it gives me enormous pride to introduce visitors like you and Jim who are genuinely interested  in its wonderful  literature, architecture, culture, music and all else. If I don't have another booking for a private tour this year, I will rest happy with your very kind comments. Bless you both in this very trying times and In the immortal words of the great Irish poet Laureate Seamus Heaney "If we can winter this out, we can summer anywhere" Warmest regards and keep safe. Kevin
Written 6 April 2020
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Amy S
17 contributions
Private walking tour of Trinity College & Dublin
Oct 2019
Our friend found Kevin through TripAdvisor and booked him for a 3-hour tour of Trinity & some of the surrounding areas in Dublin. Our friend got sick and couldn't complete the tour, but my husband and I continued around with Kevin and we loved him. He's very knowledgeable about Ireland's history. He is very personable and friendly. We highly recommend Kevin!
Written 27 October 2019
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Kevin M
Dear Amy. A sincere thank you for your kind words on the tour. I'm delighted you enjoyed it. Yes it was a great pity that your friend Jennifer was unable to accompany us on the the day but she and Garret will hopefully revisit these shores. Hopefully too you and your good husband will act as my ambassadors over Stateside!! Until our paths cross again. Warmest regards. Kevin.
Written 28 October 2019
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KatJ92014
Las Vegas4 contributions
Walking Tour of Dublin with Kevin
Oct 2019
My husband and I had limited time in Dublin so we booked a private tour with Kevin. We learned so much more about the city, the culture, and politics with him as our guide than we would have on our own. He is very knowledgable on a wide variety of topics and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. He also gave us great suggestions on restaurants and other interesting activities to make the most use of our time in Dublin.
Written 17 October 2019
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Kevin M
Dear Kathleen. Many thanks for your kind words on the tour. I'm delighted you both enjoyed it. Dublin is a wonderful city and I feel privileged to share it with visitors ike yourselves who are really interested in it. Thank you again.  Kevin
Written 18 October 2019
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CMfreqtrav
Philadelphia10 contributions
1916 Dublin walking tour
Oct 2019 • Couples
My wife and I had a wonderful 3+ walking tour of Dublin with Kevin which we thoroughly enjoyed. I am a first generation Irish-American (Mom is from Cork), but never learned in-depth Irish history. The tour, including Kevin’s patience with our questions, went a long way towards filling that knowledge gap. If your interest is in a large group shallow tour, please consider other tour options besides Kevin. If your interest is in a great dialogue with a knowledgeable tour guide, Kevin is your go-to person.
Written 10 October 2019
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Kevin M
Dear Chris. I am deeply humbled on reading your lovely comments on the tour. It is a great honour and privilege to welcome guests to this wonderful city and to pass on what little knowledge I have to help you  achieve a greater  insight into and understanding of Ireland past and future. All in an uncomplicated, enjoyable manner. If that's possible with Ireland!! A sincere thank you to you and your good wife or taking the time to write your beautiful words. It means an awful lot to me. I feel will our paths will cross again and until that day,  take good care of yourselves. Warmest regards. Kevin
Written 11 October 2019
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Stefan H
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Group walking tour
Sep 2019 • Business
A very passionate man and great story teller who loves his country! A tour with Kevin through Dublin brings the history and poetry of Ireland close to you
Written 29 September 2019
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Kevin M
Stefan. Thank you for your kind words. I'm really pleased you enjoyed the tour and hopefully I will see you again in this city I love so much. Kind regards. Kevin
Written 30 September 2019
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Toni C
Syracuse, NY11 contributions
Walking Tour with Kevin
Sep 2019
My Husband, son and I had a private walking tour with Kevin.
Kevin is a passionate, knowledgeable and lovely person to spend the afternoon with.
He took us through so much history of Dublin along with a lovely song and poem.
We stopped for coffee and ended up in a Great Irish pub where my son had his first real Guinness!
Highly recommend taking the time to spend with Kevin and get the real lowdown of the beauty and history of Dublin.
Written 26 September 2019
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Kevin M
Toni. Sincere thanks for your kind words. I'm delighted you all enjoyed the tour. It's always such a pleasure to introduce this wonderful city city to guests who are genuinely interested in in Ireland. Thank you again and God bless. Kevin.
Written 26 September 2019
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