Emerald Christmas: A Free Festive Walking Tour of Dublin

On this tour, we'll be journeying through Dublin's folk history of Christmas – from the Celts and Christians, all the way to the contemporary!

Beginning at the site of the very first Christmas ever celebrated in the city, we'll walk through the pomp and pageantry of medieval Dublin's yuletide, sites of blue-blooded celebration in Dublin Castle, before continuing through twinkly Temple Bar and finishing in the shiny, dazzling heart of modern Dublin's Christmas: Grafton Street.

This free festive walking tour is completely unique in Dublin, and only running until the big day – so come along, find out how the Dubs do Christmas, and discover Dublin's special Christmas customs and festive quirks!

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Guide: Kate

Guiding since 2025

I'm Kate, a folklore fanatic who simply loves to walk and talk! Join me on a Christmas walking tour of my beloved Dublin, and let's walk together through the city's festive folk history.

7 stops

3.0 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Punto de encuentroI'll be wearing a dark green coat and standing in front of Smock Alley Theatre, right by the Viking ship sculpture.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Christ Church Cathedral

2

Outside visit

St Patrick's Cathedral

3

Outside visit

Dublin Castle

7 stops

3.0 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Punto de encuentroI'll be wearing a dark green coat and standing in front of Smock Alley Theatre, right by the Viking ship sculpture.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Christ Church Cathedral

2

Outside visit

St Patrick's Cathedral

3

Outside visit

Dublin Castle

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3 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Entertainment

5.00

Communication

5.00

Quality

5.00

Route

5.00

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 3 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.