Architectural/Engineering Tours

01.01.25 – 31.12.25

Dublin’s skyline lacks skyscrapers, at least for now. Except for a few areas on the periphery of the central core, there is a general height limit of seven floors. Although dating from medieval times the city also lacks structures dating back beyond the 16th century. The exceptions are a number of medieval cathedrals and churches, the remains of the Old City Walls and a rich archaeology.

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.

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“This is just to tell you that we really enjoyed the walking tour last Wednesday morning (17th April).
Despite the cold and at times rainy weather, our guide James gave us such an interesting
tour, and was so generous with all the information he gave us. Please thank him from us both. It was our first trip to Dublin (indeed, to Ireland) and it has definitely made us want to return! Many thanks to you all”
J&A R
22 April 2024

“Wonderful tour today!!! The guide, Ger was SUPER!!! Such fun!!!”
Tracey McD
20 October 2024

“We have been on many walking tours, this is the best way to get to know what to see. Go at the beginning of your trip! Very authentic tour. Pat even joined us for the meet and greet at the meet up spot. Learned a lot about Dublin. We saw all the highlights from the outside so that we could plan which places we’d explore on the inside. Highly recommend this group.”
Izabela, London
12 October 2024

“We just finished our Dublin City Tour with Jacob.
Thank you Jacob for a perfect tour and that you enriched our stay in Dublin with a lot of insights and details about IRE history.
To all: very professional team and Organisation.”
Ralph P
22 June 2024

Take A Closer Look

Having said that there is ample evidence of fine Georgian, Victorian and modern architecture throughout the central city. The twenty or so bridges across the River Liffey are in themselves great examples of the best architecture and engineering of their day. In Docklands there is ample evidence of wonderful 18th and 19th century engineering. The reclamation of land from the bay area allowed the city to spread eastwards. The redevelopment of the most easterly parts of the city continues apace. A tram ride would be necessary to visit some of the suburban satellite town developments.

Places We See & Pass By

CHQ Building (introduced a new form of roof structure in the early 19th century)
The interior of former Georgian mansions such as Powerscourt Townhouse
Classical public buildings such as the General Post Office, the Custom House and City Hall

Relevant Self-guided or Guided Visits

Dublin Castle State Apartments, St Patrick’s Cathedral and Christ Church Cathedral
The world’s first military barracks – Collins Barracks
The world’s second oldest military hospital (now a museum) – the Royal Hospital Kilmainham
For specialised groups of architects or engineers it may sometimes be possible to visit recently built corporate headquarters or institutions.

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