Road to Freedom and GPO Witness History Museum

Road to Freedom and GPO Witness History Museum

By LetzGo City Tours

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Free cancellation available
2h 30m
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Multiple languages

Overview

Follow an expert guide through the heart of Dublin tracing the rebellion's path as it unfolded.
Experience the defining moment of Irish history—the 1916 Easter Rising—on the very streets where it unfolded. This guided walking tour traces the rebellion in chronological order to provide a powerful and clear understanding of Ireland’s fight for independence.

As the group moves through central Dublin, your expert guide will introduce the political and cultural tensions that led to the insurrection. You will visit Dublin City Hall, exploring its significance as a civic hub and learning how municipal politics intersected with revolutionary events. Along the route, you will learn how the Irish Volunteers and Citizen Army seized strategic positions and how British forces responded as the fighting spread.

The tour concludes at the General Post Office (GPO) on O'Connell Street, the headquarters of the Rising and a global symbol of Irish resistance.

Activity location

College Green
- College Green
- Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chez Max
- 1 Palace Street
- D02 XR57, Dublin 2, County Dublin, Ireland

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Tour in English

2h 30m
English

English Speaking Guide

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 14:00

Price details

P 4,937.50 x 1 AdultP 4,937.50

Total

Until Fri, May 22

What's included, what's not

Immersive GPO Witness History Museum experience
Dublin under British rule and revolutionary resistance & The role of civilians during Easter Week
City Hall & its civic role in revolutionary Dublin, O’Connell St as the epicenter of the rebellion
Expert storytelling connecting history, politics, and place
The causes and consequences of the 1916 Rising & Key leaders: Pearse, Connolly & Plunkett
Transportation / Guide Gratuities

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Activity itinerary

Dublin Castle (Pass by)

Step into the center of Irish history on a guided exterior tour of Dublin Castle. From its 13th-century Viking foundations to the first shots of the 1916 Easter Rising, explore 700 years of power, intrigue, and rebellion. Walk the Upper and Lower State Yards with an expert guide and visit the legendary site where the first Vikings landed in 795 AD. Entry to the state apartments is not included. Fully guided-10 minute exterior visit of the Castle and the Gardens.

City Hall (Pass by)

Enjoy a guided 10-minute exterior visit of Dublin City Hall, a masterpiece of 18th-century Georgian architecture and a silent witness to the 1916 Easter Rising. Originally the Royal Exchange, this Dame Street landmark transitioned from a center of commerce to a site of revolutionary occupation. Explore the breathtaking Rotunda and discover the secrets of Dublin's municipal heart with an expert guide.

College Green

The story of Irish Parliament, limited self-rule, and the Act of Union. Continue your journey through Dublin’s beating heart, College Green—once home to Parliament and still home to Trinity College.

Trinity College Dublin

Learn about the Protestant Ascendancy, education, class, and cultural identity. Stop at Trinity College to hear your guide share stories of its significance and rich history.

O'Connell Bridge

Discover the architectural marvel of O’Connell Bridge, the only bridge in Europe that is nearly as wide as it is long. Originally built in 1791 as the narrow, humped "Carlisle Bridge," it was transformed into the grand thoroughfare you see today to honor the "Liberator," Daniel O'Connell. Explore its intricate keystones and hear the stories of the city it connects.

Ha'penny Bridge

Step onto the most iconic bridge in Ireland: the Ha'penny Bridge. Built in 1816, this elegant cast-iron pedestrian crossing was the first of its kind in the country. Discover the story of the "halfpenny toll" that gave the bridge its nickname, admire its historic Shropshire ironwork, and capture the perfect photo as you cross between the historic Northside and the vibrant streets of Temple Bar.

Moore Street

Walk the "Street of the Last Stand" and discover the site of the final surrender of the 1916 Easter Rising. Trace the dramatic escape route from the burning GPO to Moore Street, where rebels tunneled through terraced houses in a desperate bid for survival. Experience the poignant location where Irish leaders finally laid down their arms, ending a week that changed history.

O'Connell Street Upper

Stand at the epicenter of the 1916 Easter Rising: O'Connell Street. Explore the iconic General Post Office (GPO), the rebel headquarters where the Proclamation of the Irish Republic was first read. Trace the bullet holes still visible in the stone and relive the dramatic week that transformed this grand thoroughfare into a frontline battlefield.

GPO Museum

1h
Admission ticket included

Immerse yourself in the epicenter of Irish history with a visit to the General Post Office (GPO) on Dublin’s iconic O’Connell Street. This isn’t just a stop for a photo—it’s a journey into the heart of the 1916 Easter Rising. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor to Dublin, this experience offers a profound look at the events that shaped modern Ireland. After the guided introduction, step inside with your included timed-entry tickets. This award-winning, immersive museum allows you to dive deeper into the narrative at your own pace.

Location

Activity location

College Green
- College Green
- Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chez Max
- 1 Palace Street
- D02 XR57, Dublin 2, County Dublin, Ireland

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