On this self-guided audio tour, you'll explore Dún Laoghaire along a coastal route on Dublin Bay from St Michael's Church to the East Pier. Narrated by local guide Jack Redmond, the audio tour traces how a small fishing village became Kingstown under British rule and later evolved into the harbour town you see today.
As you walk along the coastline, you'll follow the route of the former railway promenade known as the Metals and learn how the harbour was built and why it played a key role in Ireland's political and social life. The walk continues to the East Pier Lighthouse, with views across Dublin Bay.
Along the way, you'll discover specific landmarks and details, including a Crimean War cannon bearing the Romanov eagle and one of Ireland's earliest weather stations, still in operation today. The tour also explores broader themes such as identity, power and resistance, showing how different periods shaped the town.
The route finishes near the Roger Casement Statue, offering context on one of Ireland's most complex historical figures. From here, you'll find cafés and places to eat nearby if you wish to continue your visit.
The experience is fully self-guided, with GPS navigation and offline audio allowing you to explore at your own pace.
