Discover Dublin with a Passionate Local Guide

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I'm Stephen McNulty – a retired entrepreneur turned professional tour guide, certified by the Approved Tour Guides of Ireland and trained through the Pat Liddy Guide Course.

I offer engaging walking tours that blend deep historical insight with storytelling and a sense of fun.

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What people are saying about my tours…

  • "Stephen’s walking tour of Dublin was the highlight of our trip. He mixed major attractions with hidden gems, most tourists would walk past. He personalized the tour around our family, making it feel unique and engaging. Highly recommended!”

    Thomas Wood. USA.

  • "Stephen is a wonderful tour guide and I highly recommend you inquire about his tour. A mix of Irish history with a locals’ point of view makes for a great experience exploring Dublin."

    Mark Kepner USA

  • "I highly recommend Stephen as a tour guide. I was struck by how passionate he was, often, guides seem like they’re just reading from a script. He’s definitely well prepared, clearly knows his subject, and loves what he does."

    Annette Liddy. Ireland.

Dublin Walking Tours

Pre-Designed and Custom Tours of Dublin for All Interests

Explore Dublin your way!

Lively journeys through the city's key landmarks.

Classic Dublin Walking Tours

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  • We talk about the uncanny  links between the statues and buildings, rebellions, politics, social history  and I have a few stories that maybe people would not be aware of, some funny bits also.

    Tour duration: 1 ½ hours to 2 hours

  • We tell the story of the history of Ireland (Celts-Christianity-Anglo Norman-English-British-Immigration and other influences, to the modern day) as illustrated through the streets and landmarks of Dublin. My aim is to give a flavour of Ireland and Irish people, where we originally came from and all the integrations and changes that happened over the years, whether these were natural integrations or forced ones. The last part of the tour deals with more up to date themes and some modern areas/ shops/pubs etc.

    Duration: 3.5 hours

Discover overlooked places in the city and the stories they hold.

Hidden History Tours

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  • Designed for those that want to experience the local City Centre with all its nooks and crannies, historical and social landmarks, medieval streets, shops, pubs etc and interesting river crossings/bridges.

    Tour duration: 3 hours

  • This takes us along the river dealing with emigration famine etc. (where the Irish went and their influence). Rebellions/ politics/social history etc Then we move into the more modern city, Trinity College, Temple Bar etc.

    Duration: 3.5 hours

Tailored routes based on your interests, group size, and time.

Custom Tours

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  • Originally designed to link in with the major hotels, this tour takes in most of the Georgian parks/areas, historical buildings, museums, galleries, and many off beat places to visit and tells the stories of Dublin over the centuries. Some amusing stories. It’s a very long tour but is suitable to adaptation.

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Tour guide Stephen McNulty sitting on a stone fountain in St Stephen's Green, with trees and pink blossoms, a pigeon flying overhead, and people in the background enjoying a sunny day.

About me, your Dublin Guide

History Lover. Storyteller. Dublin Resident.


After retiring some years ago, I followed my passion for Irish heritage and history to become a certified tour guide. I've authored in-depth papers on Dublin’s architecture, people, and cultural artifacts, and I've designed and led a wide range of walking tours focused on the capital’s most iconic – and sometimes hidden – historical gems.

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Why Tour With Me While You’re in Dublin?

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  • I have deep historical knowledge with a light-hearted approach

  • I’m passionate about Ireland’s culture and heritage

  • I promise engaging storytelling with scholarly depth

  • Small group or private options available

  • I am a fully qualified and insured local guide

Sounds great, let's talk