Private tour in Dublin Brian H

Howth and Malahide Castle from Dublin City or Dún Laoghaire Port

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Hours icon 6 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Brian H.

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Greetings to you all. My name is Brian, I was born in Dublin where I enjoyed city life as a kid but moved to the unspoilt countryside for the majority of my youth in County Kildare, which is apart of the greater Dublin area today. I have always been someone who would talk to anyone and combine that personality with a passion for Ireland and it's history well I've been born with a gift, gift of the gab, my tours are a gift I would like to share with you as I am a natural born ambassador for my country. I love to meet new people and share with them the incredible stories of Ireland. Its an absolute pleasure. I specialise in small private day trips, I can carry a max of 8 in my vehicle, Volkswagon Shuttle. if you have a larger group I can hire a bus to transport the group. I'm available for walking tours of Dublin. Groups of all sizes, solo travellers, couples, families and friends. Schools and University groups welcome too. I started as a Tour Guide in 2015, I volunteered in a Cathedral, I worked as a Tour Guide on a bus tour of Dublin, I worked in a history Museum, I conducted walking tours of Dublin and day trips to the Cliffs of Moher and Galway, Giants Causeway and Belfast, Glendalough and Kilkenny, Malahide and Howth and Tara and Newgrange. All in all its been and amazing adventure and I've loved every minute of it. An adventure which I look forward to on a daily basis. I'm a very experienced Tour Guide and I love questions whether its general questions about Dublin's restaraunts, bars, music scene or specific questions on the history of the country. Its a pleasure for me to share the history of the Celts, Vikings, Normans, famine, folklore, mythology, emigration and independence. I love reading and music so I love to chat about Irish writers such as Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Brendan Behan, George Bernard Shaw, W. B. Yeats or musicians such as as U2, Sinead O Connor, Thin Lizzy, The Dubliners, Clannad, The Cranberries and Celtic Woman just to name a few. I also speak the Irish language or Gaelic as some refer to it and it would be a pleasure to share and teach you some of the words of my native tongue. If you have any special requests, any niche interests, thats perfectly fine. They say every street has a story. If for example you would like to trace your roots and would like to visit a village in which your ancestors lived I can bring you there. If you're a fan of a certain musician, actor, era of history I can tailor a tour for all your interests. We can make memories together and capture that special kodak moment together. I'm very flexible and have my own transport. Looking forward to showing around our amazing city of Dublin and island of Ireland. All the Best Brian SPSV Driver Licence Fully Insured 8 years Tour Guide experience City Bus Tour Guide Museum Attendant Day Tour Guide to Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Belfast, Giants Causeway, Wicklow, Kilkenny, Newgrange, Tara, Malahide and Howth Historical Guided Walking Tours of Dublin Studies in History, Folkore, Celtic Civilisation, Archaeology and Heritage Management at University None

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Overview of your Dublin tour

View the beautiful coastline from Dublin City along Dublin Bay to Howth View the seals and seaguls and take in the Irish sea as you are led along the path of Howth Harbour and the Cliff walk Enjoy the coastal drive from Howth to Malahide via Portmarnock and witness beautiful views of the beach and ocean Take a tour and step back in time to the 12th century when the Talbot family built Malahide Castle and Gardens Return to Dublin City by the coast

Recent Reviews

Laila S.
March 2025

Unexpectedly fun and exciting and a great way to start St. Patrick’s Day! The whole family enjoyed the day and what a great time we all had. A wonderful introduction to Ireland!

Paula K.United States
December 2023

Brian was an excellent guide for our family tour of Howth and Malahide Castle. He selected the perfect restaurant for our lunch and perfectly timed our walk on the Howth cliff. Brian was very helpful and went beyond our expectations with driving around the cliff hiking path to pick us up at a gentler incline! Well done! We also enjoyed his sharing of Irish history pertinent to all of the sites along our route! We would definitely call Brian again for another tour!

Heidi O.United States
July 2023

We absolutely loved Brian! He worked tirelessly to make sure we had the experience we were looking for. His knowledge of history was amazing. Even when the weather didn't cooperate with our trip, he still created a great experience. Brian was so down to earth and made every member of our family feel welcome. He spent time talking to each one of us and answering our questions. He tailored everything to our personal needs. By the end, it felt like we had gained a friend. We would recommend him to anyone.

Your Dublin tour itinerary

Depart Dublin Howth Cliff Walk Fish and chips by the coast Arrive at Malahide Castle - Attend Woolen Clothing and Souvenir Shop and Café Malahide Castle Tour and optional walk through Castle Gardens Depart Malahide

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

Volkswagon Kombi

What's included
Other: Guiding and Driving Services
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
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Meeting location

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: I can pick you up from your Dublin hotel or at Dún Laoghaire Port of you are on a cruise

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Tour categories
Boat
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1124267
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Dublin best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the scenic beauty of North County Dublin's coast. It's ideal for those who enjoy coastal drives, historical sites like Malahide Castle, and picturesque walks such as the Howth Cliff Walk. It's also great for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Brian H. for deeper insights into the area.

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Hours icon 6 hours 30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-8 people
Your party size

1

Tour date
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Hours icon 6 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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