Overview
The 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour was founded in 1996 by Lorcan Collins, author, historian and Dubliner. This two hour walking tour meets daily at The International Bar where participants receive a copy of the 1916 Proclamation and some explanatory literature.
After a brief introduction to the build up to the Easter Rising of 1916 the tour then visits the sites of the revolutionary period including the GPO, City Hall and Dublin Castle. The tour also covers the War of Independence when Michael Collins battled for Irish freedom from 1919-21 and also includes a discussion on the Irish Civil War, 1922-23.
The tour is highly educational but also great fun and very interactive. Prior knowledge of events is not required.
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What's included
Professional guide
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The International Bar is our starting point. It's a very small Bar so you will easily spot your guide and if not, ask at the Bar.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Our walking tour is taken a nice leisurely pace. Please wear sensible shoes and dress for the weather as tours run rain, hail or shine!
Remember our meeting point is at the International Bar on Wicklow Street. Your guide will be there to meet you. If you can't find the guide ask one of the bar staff and they will let you know.
We start the tours on time but remember if you are late we may still be in the bar in the private room we use for the introduction so again, ask the barman where to find us.
What to expect
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1916 Rebellion Walking Tour
15 min
This is our starting point, the famous International Bar where Lorcan Collins has been running the 1916 Tour since 1996.
You are welcome to come earlier and enjoy a drink and a read of the introductory literature supplied by your guide. The tour begins with a short introduction to the build up to the revolutionary period, starting with the Great Hunger / Irish Famine of the 1840's and culminating with the 1916 Rising. This gives all participants an understanding of the events leading up to the revolution and also gives everyone a chance to ask questions and get to know the guide.
We will let you know what route we are going to take, below are some of the examples of places that we typically visit but we vary the route so that the tour does not become stale but you will be happy with the various places that you get to see. -
City Hall
15 min
City Hall was occupied during the 1916 Rising by the Irish Citizen Army so we will stop here and talk about that aspect of Easter Week 1916.
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Dublin Castle
15 min
We will visit Dublin Castle where the British administration controlled Ireland from. We will discuss it's role in the 1916 Rising and War of Independence. You might recall Dublin Castle from the Michael Collins movie.
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Four Courts
15 min
The Four Courts was occupied by the revolutionaries in 1916 and again in the build up to the Irish Civil War in 1922. Rather than go all the way up to the building it is best seen from a bridge over the River Liffey. Here there will be a discussion on the Four Courts role in 1916 and 1922 and the intricacies of the Civil War will be explained.
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15 min
There are lots of little stops along the walk but we will also stop at Daniel O'Connell's Memorial to look at the bullet holes from the Rising and explain the positions occupied by the British and the Irish in 1916.
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Jim Larkin Statue
15 min
Big Jim Larkin the Union Man from Liverpool was a great comrade of James Connolly and a true friend to the Dublin working class. We'll stop at his statue and explain his contribution to the revolutionary period.
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An Post General Post Office
30 min
The GPO was the HQ for the Revolutionaries in Dublin and is one of our most important stops where an explanation of the events of Easter 1916 will unfold. This is the place where PH Pearse read the Proclamation and is an integral part of the Irish national psyche - the most important and historic building in Dublin.
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Moore Street
15 min
Depending on time we often go to Moore Street to see where the GPO Garrison made their last stand in Easter Week.
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Bank of Ireland
15 min
This is more colloquially known as the Old Parliament and depending on the route taken by the guide we may examine the building and it's role in Irish history and it's neighbour Trinity College. Again, we stress that we vary the route of the walking tour so it just depends on the day!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Dublin).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour
Can I cancel 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
The International Bar is our starting point. It's a very small Bar so you will easily spot your guide and if not, ask at the Bar.
What's included?
- Professional guide
What's not included?
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Which places does it visit?
It visits City Hall, Dublin Castle, Four Courts, Jim Larkin Statue, An Post General Post Office, Moore Street, Bank of Ireland.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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