The Road to Independence Private Walking Tour

Highlights

  • Visit the General Post Office, the headquarters of the rebels and the site of their final surrender

  • Learn about the uprising’s failed attempt to capture Dublin Castle at the start of the conflict

  • Relive the intense struggle that took place in the City Hall

  • Stop by the Gardens of Remembrance, where the lives of all the Irishmen who died in the struggle for independence are commemorated

Summary

Explore some of the most important sites of the Easter uprising in Dublin in 1916, from the headquarters of the rebel leaders to the scenes of fierce fighting.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

General Post Office, O'Connell Street Lower, Dublin 1, IE

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The Easter uprising was a definitive moment in the history of the Emerald Isle. The rebellion took place in the middle of World War One and was brutally suppressed by the British army. It paved the way for the election of Arthur Griffith as the president of a new nation six years later

 - Visit the General Post Office, the headquarters of the rebels and the site of their final surrender
 - Learn about the uprising’s failed attempt to capture Dublin Castle at the start of the conflict
 - Relive the intense struggle that took place in the City Hall
 - Stop by the Gardens of Remembrance, where the lives of all the Irishmen who died in the struggle for independence are commemorated

In this three hour walking tour, you will explore the most significant sites of the uprising. From the General Post Office—the headquarters where the rebels declared Ireland a republic and raised the flag shown in the tour images below—to the City Hall where fierce fighting took place. You will learn about the failed rebel attempt to capture Dublin castle at the start of the conflict. Your tour will conclude with a visit to the Garden of Remembrance, where the lives of all the Irishmen who fought for freedom are commemorated

What’s included?

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)

  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way

  • Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

  • This is a walking tour

  • Cost of transportation on the day is not included

Before you go

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

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