1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
Step into the exciting world of Viking and Medieval Dublin
Hear lively stories of Strongbow, Vikings, and ancient Dublin life
Explore sunken towers and the remains of old city walls
Take part in fun games like the Viking Who Stole the Sheep court challenge
Enjoy playful duels and hands on history for kids and grown ups alike
€ 37.1
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This lively walking tour invites children and grown-ups alike to step back into the fascinating world of Viking and Medieval Dublin. It is a playful journey through time where history comes alive through sights, sounds, and even the imagined smells of the Dark Ages. The tour explores the era when the Vikings founded Dublin, a time when the city was built almost entirely from wood and filled with the energy of discovery and trade. We learn how Strongbow arrived and connected Dublin to a much larger medieval world, transforming its people and their way of life. Along the way, we uncover curious details about how families lived back then, when children rose at dawn, worked hard, and often shared small, crowded spaces with their parents. Through engaging storytelling, imagination, and laughter, history becomes something to experience rather than just hear about.
As we wander through the streets and ruins, we discover sunken towers, the remains of the old city walls, and the echoes of ancient lives hidden beneath modern Dublin. The tour brings playful challenges and activities to life, including a Viking-style court game where we decide who stole the sheep and duels on the medieval walls that recreate trial by combat, one of the most dramatic customs of the past. It is a tour that encourages running, laughter, and participation, making history accessible and fun for all. With a spirit of adventure and creativity, the route can also be adapted for those with disabilities, ensuring everyone can join in this unforgettable journey through Dublin’s oldest stories and traditions.
Expert local guide and storyteller
Interactive games and fun activities for children
Adaptable route suitable for all abilities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Water bottle
Camera
Ninety minutes of fun, learning, and adventure
Participants age must be seven or above
Keep your personal essentials
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I loved the Medieval Mile Trail tour that we did through the Medieval Mile Museum. Our guide John was an absolute delight. He was able to give us historical facts with humor that kept us engaged the whole time. This was one of the first things my boyfriend and I did when visiting Kilkenny and would highly recommend it at the start of a trip - it was a great way to learn about the city as you explored! Highly recommend this tour - especially with John!
I always stop here when in town, it's fabulous. Get the audio guide as super helpful
Kilkenny-This was a great tour, very interesting. Our guide did a great job sharing the history while holding our interest. He even mentioned there is a ghost tour which would visit many the same sites we saw. The old St Mary’s is a beautiful building. Really glad we did this. The walk lasts about an hour, covers maybe a mile (definitely not more than 1 1/2).
I just had a tour with John and it was absolutely incredible. John's knowledge of Kilkenny and its history was really outstanding. I would recommend doing this tour because you are given such an amount of information and it is fascinating. The tour starts in the museum itself and then John takes you out and about in the city, honestly, you will be amazed, as I was. Highly recommended to anyone visiting this stunning city. A must.
My family and I had a fantastic experience here! We took the museum’s walking tour of the Medieval Mile with John, and it was our favorite part of our entire weeklong trip to Ireland. John brought Kilkenny’s history to life with stories that were both informative and entertaining. The information he shared really helped us contextualize the rest of the sights we saw and tours we went on that day. He also had great recommendations for where to eat and what to see! The museum not only has artifacts that share a lot about Kilkenny’s and Ireland’s history, but the structure of the museum itself, since it is housed in a renovated a medieval church, also showcases the city’s history. If you’re visiting Kilkenny, the walking tour (offered twice daily) and museum are a must-see!
