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Overview

This is the first and only bike tour that passes through both the city centre and outskirts of Dublin, availing of many little known cycleways through parkland and along rivers and canals. This is a unique way to see Dublin, while barely realising you are in the city, and all the while getting the benefit of fresh air and exercise without wearing yourself out.....unless you want to. The stories you will hear are more often little known than common, and offer fascinating glimpses into the murky past!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Outside the bike shop called "The Bike Stop"

Pickup Information

If your hotel or place of accommodation is within 1km of the start location of the bike tour, your guide can meet you there upto 20 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of etc tour if you wish. Your guide is walk with you from there to the start location of the tour.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Clontarf Promenade
Heading out the coast along the newly completed cycle lane. Hear about the fascinating history of transport infrastructure here, while savouring the views of Dublin Bay and taking in the sea air
2. Bull Island
Sit and relax with a cuppa' and a snack at a unique cafe perched upon a 200 year old sea wall instigated by Captain Bligh of Mutiny on the Bounty fame. Learn about the history of Dublin Bay and how one of Ireland's major nature reserves was accidentally formed.
Duration: 30 mins
3. St. Anne's Park
Pass through this elegant park that was owned and developed by the Guinness Family. Cruise along the tree-lined laneways at your lesiure
4. Croke Park Stadium
Park up and stand beneath the inspirational 83,000 capacity stadium, the third largest in Europe. Hear the history of the Gaelic Athletic Association, the lifeblood of Irish Society and Communities right the back to it's foundation almost a century and half ago, and the tragic story of the nearly forgotten man who arguably did more than any to kickstart and shape this sporting organisation which has clubs, members and followers all over the world today.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Experience Glasnevin - Ireland's National Cemetery
Join a public tour and hear about the fanous, quirky and sombre characters, well known and obscure, in this famous cemetary.
Duration: 90 mins
6. John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
Enjoy a hearty lunch in the unique and quirky pub that is named after the hard working folks who have been frequenting it since it opened in 1833.
Duration: 45 mins
7. Tolka Valley Park
Discover and explore this gem of a cycle path, recently constructed through lush green foliage
Duration: 10 mins
8. Phoenix Park
Experience this vibrant yet tranquil park, the largest enclosed of any capital city in Europe that began with red deer in 1662, and who still roam there today
9. Irish National War Memorial Gardens
Cycle along the superb path by Dublin's River Liffey, watch the rowers pull in the river, and stop by to salute the 49,400 Irishmen who fought in World War 1, often forgotten, or worse, in times past. Hear the little known story of how a well known Irish Nationalist escaped certain execution through cunning and guile, and the significance of the two swans
Duration: 10 mins
10. Kilmainham Gaol
Here you will stop briefly outside this famous 18th Century gaol (prison) and now one of the most sought after visitor attractions in Dublin. You will hear the story of the gaol and its various uses throughout its lifetime, from public executions through the great famine, and the executions of the leaders of the 1916 Rising
Duration: 10 mins
11. Royal Hospital Kilmainham
This stop afford a picturesque view over the pristine public gardens that are a replica of the original laid out in the 17th century. Alongside it is what was at the same time built as a military hospital, and now the Irish Museum of Modern Art.
Duration: 5 mins
12. Croppies Acre Memorial Park
Your last stop will be at Croppies Acre, which, according to legend, was a mass burial grave for victims of the 1798 Rebellion. It sits in front of the back drop of the impressive Collins Barracks National Museum, on one side, and the world famous Guinness Brewery on the other
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Safety helmet and high visibility vest

Bicycle use

Exclusion

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Must have a reasonable level of fitness and be comfortable cycling a bike in an urban environment

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