1916 Rising & War of Independence

01.01.25 – 31.12.25

The Easter Rising of 1916 was a momentous and pivotal episode in Irish history. During around 5 days of fighting, much of the central northside of the city was destroyed while, more tragically, hundreds of lives were lost and thousands more were wounded, mainly civilians. However, it can be argued that while the Rising itself failed, it did eventually lead to the greater part of Ireland gaining independence, after 750 years of British rule, in 1922.

Duration

From 3 hours

Prices

From €325 for up to 3 hours (1-8 people)

€15 for each additional person up to a maximum of 16

€250 per additional guide (if group over 16)

€85 per additional hour

€85 per tour supplement for European language

Meeting Point

Private tours may start from your hotel and finish where you wish. If your hotel is not in the city centre, we can arrange a mutually convenient meeting point.
Illustration of the GPO by Pat Liddy

Take A Closer Look

On a walking tour it would be impossible to cover all the sites associated with the main actions as several were outside the central area (this would only be possible on a much longer tour, spread over at least two days). However, our fascinating walk will capture the essence of the Rising and will take in most of the main sites that were crucial to the whole outcome. We will weave historical background with the remarkable stories of each of the significant events, mixed in with the human dimension from all sides; rebels, nationalist activists, British administrators, businesspeople, police, British Army soldiers (many of them were, ironically, Irish), ordinary citizens and those who may have suffered most of all, the unfortunates from the appalling slums.

Places We See & Pass By

  • Dublin Castle & City Hall
  • Crown Alley Telephone Exchange
  • GPO & O’Connell Street
  • Moore Street
  • Garden of Remembrance

Relevant Self-guided or Guided Visits 

  • GPO Witness History 1916 Museum
  • Kilmainham Gaol

*may require extra time and incur entry fees

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