Dublin: Cruise Excursion Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Rail Ticket

Dun Laoghaire, Dublin



Discover the city of Dublin with this cruise excursion ticket. Enjoy a scenic coastal rail trip to the center of Dublin and see the sights with a flexible hop-on hop-off tour.

Hop-on Hop-off Dublin City Tour with Return Rail Ticket

This hop-on hop-off tour explores Dublin’s main attractions and suits visitors arriving via Dun Laoghaire port seeking flexible city sightseeing.

Description

Spend your day in Dublin with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket and a free return rail ticket from Dun Laoghaire port to Pearse Station, located directly across from Stop No. 8 on the tour. The scenic 20-minute rail journey offers coastal views before you begin exploring.

The double-decker bus covers key landmarks, including Trinity College, where you can visit the Book of Kells, and Phoenix Park.

Tour Stops

  • O'Connell Street / DoDublin HQ
  • Parnell Square North – Writers Museum
  • O'Connell Street / Abbey Street – GPO
  • Nassau Street – National Library of Ireland
  • Merrion Square West – National Gallery
  • Merrion Street – Leinster House & Natural History Museum
  • St. Stephen's Green – Little Museum & Grafton Street
  • Westland Row – Oscar Wilde's Birthplace
  • Pearse Street – Science Gallery
  • College Green – Trinity College & Irish Whiskey Museum
  • Dame Street – City Hall & Temple Bar
  • Cork Hill – Dublin Castle & Chester Beatty Library
  • Christ Church Cathedral & Dublinia
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral & Marshes Library
  • Newmarket Square – Teeling's Whiskey Distillery
  • St. James Gate – Guinness Storehouse
  • James's Street – Roe & Co & Pearse Lyons Distillery
  • Royal Hospital – Museum of Modern Art & Kilmainham Gaol
  • Heuston Rail Station
  • Phoenix Park – Dublin Zoo
  • Parkgate Street – Ryan's Victorian Bar
  • Collins Barracks – National Museum of History
  • Arran Quay – Jameson Distillery Bow Street and St. Michan's Church
  • The Four Courts
  • Bachelor's Walk – Dublin Discovered Cruise

Highlights

  • Explore Dublin’s cultural history with professional guides
  • Enjoy coastal views on the rail journey to the city centre
  • Visit Trinity College and see the Book of Kells

Includes

  • 24-hour hop-on hop-off city tour with live guides
  • Return rail ticket from Dun Laoghaire to Pearse Station

Important Information

  • Return trains depart Pearse Station every 10 to 12 minutes under normal conditions
  • The rail journey duration is approximately 25 minutes

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tip

Plan to start your tour early to maximise your day in Dublin. Bring comfortable walking shoes and check train schedules for your return journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket around Dublin’s main attractions and a free return rail ticket from Dun Laoghaire port to Pearse Station.
The scenic rail journey from Dun Laoghaire port to Pearse Station in Dublin takes approximately 20 minutes.
The hop-on hop-off bus Stop No. 8 is located directly across from Pearse Station in Dublin.
The hop-on hop-off bus ticket is valid for 24 hours from the first use in Dublin.
The tour includes key landmarks like Trinity College, Dublin Castle, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and other main city attractions.
No, the return rail ticket from Dun Laoghaire port to Pearse Station is included with the hop-on hop-off bus ticket.
Most hop-on hop-off buses in Dublin offer wheelchair access, but check the service provider's website for specific accessibility details.
You can board the hop-on hop-off bus at Stop No. 8, located right across from Pearse Station in Dublin.
Yes, the hop-on hop-off bus stops near Trinity College, where you can visit the Book of Kells.
Check the official tour website for the most current hours and availability for the Dublin hop-on hop-off tour and rail ticket.

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