Self-Guided Walk from Dublin's O’Connell Bridge to Abbey Theatre
On this self-guided walking tour, you'll explore Dublin's beating heart, where rebels fought for Irish freedom.
Dublin’s thriving centre isn’t just the focal point of life for many locals today. Some of the most important events in Irish history have unfolded along these inner city streets. On this walking tour, you’ll see some of the country’s most important national monuments and learn how the Irish nation was created.
You’ll cross the River Liffey and head to the capital’s main artery, O’Connell Street. Here, you’ll find out why this landmark was named after Daniel O’Connell and why Martin Luther King and Gandhi looked up to him. Then make your way into the beating heart of the city, to the streets that Irish rebels fought and died on. I’ll show you where the last failed rebellion in Ireland against British rule, the 1916 Easter Rising, took place. You’ll find out exactly why the Irish people wanted to create their own nation and how they did so.
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Self-Guided Walk from Dublin's O’Connell Bridge to Abbey Theatre
What's included in Self-Guided Walk from Dublin's O’Connell Bridge to Abbey Theatre
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
River LiffeyPass-by Only
Begin your exploration of Dublin's rich history at the iconic River Liffey, whose tranquil waters have witnessed centuries of pivotal events that have shaped the Irish nation and its capital city.
O'Connell StreetPass-by Only
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of O'Connell Street, Dublin's main thoroughfare named after the revered Irish statesman Daniel O'Connell, and discover why it serves as a poignant symbol of Ireland's struggle for independence.
O'Connell BridgePass-by Only
Cross the historic O'Connell Bridge spanning the River Liffey, and delve into the significance of this architectural marvel, which has stood as a testament to Dublin's resilience and determination throughout the ages.
Inclusions
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- This tour starts next to the National Wax Museum Plus (The Lafayette Building, 22-25 Westmoreland Street, Temple Bar). It's across the road from O'Connell Bridge along the River Liffey. It starts at the junction of O'Dolier Street and Westmoreland Street.
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Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]