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City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour with walking tour of Dublin

4.3/5
10 reviews

Begin the adventure and hop on the City Sightseeing open-top bus at the Irish Whiskey Museum. The bus will take you to some of the most fascinating landmarks and buildings which make Dublin a unique city. From books to art, from prisons to beer, there's so much to uncover!

Why not hop off at the Writers Museum? Dublin has been home to some of the greatest writers. Joyce, Wilde, Stoker, Shaw and Beckett. Or maybe visit two of the most well-known cathedrals in Ireland: Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

If you really want to experience the Dublin lifestyle, quench your thirst with a nice, cold pint of Guinness, freshly made from the Guinness Storehouse. Remember, the bus tour allows you to hop on and off whenever you want to, so plan your journey at a pace that suits you!

Included is also a 90-minute walking tour including the following stops: Molly Malone, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Millennium Bridge/Italian Quarter (better for pictures of Ha'penny Bridge), Wolfe Tone Park, Henry Street, The Spire/GPO, Abbey Theatre, Custom House, Grafton Street/College Green Tourist office.

The River Cruise option offers a 45-minute journey on the River Liffey, providing a different perspective of the city and views of iconic landmarks along the riverbanks, including the Jeanie Johnston and the Custom House. The guides provide real-time storytelling, sharing insights into Dublin’s past and present throughout the experience.

24-Hour ticket includes:
Walking Tour:
- Departs every day at 10am, 11am and 2pm
- Meeting Point: The Spire, O'Connell Street
- Duration: 3 hours approximately
- Once you receive your travel ticket on site, you can use the QR code on it to reserve your spot on the walking tour for free, saving 3€ on the booking fee as a City Sightseeing customer

Complimentary Drink at Thunder Road Cafe - Temple Bar:
- With a valid City Sightseeing Dublin ticket, enjoy one complimentary drink at Thunder Road Cafe, redeemable in a single visit on presentation of your ticket
- Options may include a standard pint (including Guinness or Guinness 0.0), beer (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), a house cocktail, or a soft drink
- Alcohol is available to guests aged 18+ only and is served in accordance with Irish licensing laws and the venue's responsible service policies

Meal deals:
- Murrays Pub (Stop 18): 2 for the price of 1. Order one meal and get the second one free! You must show your ticket at the time of the purchase. Only between 12pm and 4pm
- J.R Mahon's (Stop 19): 2 meals for the price of 1
- Kennedy's (Stop 28): 2 meals for the price of 1
- Quinn's (Stop 17): 2 meals for the price of 1

Discounts with your ticket:
- 15% off at Gravedigger
- 10% off at Irish Day Tours

48 and 72-Hour tickets include all of the above, plus:
- Entry to one of the following: Irish Whiskey Museum and World of Illusion Museum. Pre-booking is essential. A link to book your place will be provided after purchase

72-Hour tickets also include:
- A Sightseeing Bike Tour: Please note that pre-booking is essential. A link to book your place will be provided after purchase
- Meal deal: O'Shea's Merchant: 2 meals for the price of 1

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Dublin
Validity: Flexible
Language:English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Chinese
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Tour with Audioguide
E-Voucher
With audioguide

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll create your own itinerary to explore Dublin, hopping on and off whenever you wish
  • You'll have the chance to enjoy 360º panoramic views of Dublin on top of a double-decker bus
  • You'll discover Dublin's culture, history and traditions with audio guides available in 9 languages
  • You'll enjoy a 45-minute cruise on the River Liffey and explore Dublin from a different perspective

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • Your voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
  • Please note that the walking tour must be booked in advance via a link that will be provided on your voucher after booking. Otherwise, you'll be required to pay €3 fee on arrival. The tour departs 3 times a day and the duration is approximately 3 hours
  • Operating times: buses operate every day from 9.15 am to 5.00 pm with a frequency of 20-30 minutes, a full loop lasts 105 minutes. Note that timetables are subject to change. Please check the operator's website for the most up-to-date service schedule
  • Kids Go Free offer: 1 child between 4 and 12 years old travels free per every 2 paying adults. You will be given the complimentary ticket on arrival and there is no need to add child tickets to your purchase
  • Student prices are only valid with a student ID. Without a valid ID, adult prices apply. Infants (age 0-4) can join for free
  • Audio guides available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian and Polish
  • For information on the bus stops, please check the map in the photo gallery
  • The River Cruise takes place on a glass-roof boat, designed to keep passengers warm and dry in all seasons

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Boat tour (if option selected)
  • Guided walking tour
  • Hop-on hop-off tour
  • Multilingual audio commentary

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Meeting point:

You can redeem your voucher at any City Sightseeing bus stop along the route. For information on the bus stops, please refer to the map in the photo gallery. The walking tour departs beside The Spire monument on O'Connell Street, every day at 10.00 am, 11.00 am and 2.00 pm. If you have selected the River Cruise option, the meeting point is Sean O’Casey Bridge, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled cruise time for check-in and boarding.


What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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Based on 10 reviews


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  • D

    Dr. No.

    Travelled as a couple


    16 March 2026
    3

    Germany

    Hop on Hop off Tour war zwar gut; walking Touren haben allerdings ohne Angabe von Gründen und ohne Information einfach nicht stattgefunden. Die Mitarbeiter selbst hatten auch weder Interesse noch Informationen.

  • M

    Mary

    Travelled as a couple


    20 July 2025
    1.8

    United Kingdom

    Buses were few and far between. Tour script did not seem to match the sight several times.

  • G

    Getting Happier

    Travelled as a couple


    23 June 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    The walking tour was brilliant. The guide was clear, entertaining, fun and very knowledgeable about Dublin. Bus tour was good but be aware of a number of different operators so check which buses are yours to avoid queueing in the wrong place and missing the first bus, although they are frequent.

  • M

    Manon

    Travelled with family


    17 August 2025
    3.8

    Netherlands

    De chauffeur kwam ons speciaal te voet halen omdat er op de locatie te veel bussen waren. Er zijn voldoende opeenvolgende bussen waar je kan opspringen, hoewel de andere busmaatschappijen meer bussen hebben. Het zijn niet de modernste bussen. Het open dak is leuk maar je moet opletten dat je geen tak vaneen boom raakt. De bus scheurt onder de bomen door. Al bij al: Aan te raden

  • B

    Beate

    Travelled as a couple


    17 May 2024
    5

    Germany

    Sehr zufrieden. Informativ, freundliche Mitarbeiter, zuvorkommende Hilfe bei einem späteren Upgrade wegen einem Regentag in Dublin.

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    26 September 2023
    5

    United Kingdom

    Convenient and regular service, friendly knowledgeable drivers, overall very good

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Phone number: +44 121 468 3145