Road to Freedom and GPO Witness History Museum

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| Dublin, Ireland

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

2.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Immersive GPO Witness History Museum experience
Expert storytelling connecting history, politics, and place
Dublin under British rule and revolutionary resistance & The role of civilians during Easter Week
City Hall & its civic role in revolutionary Dublin, O’Connell St as the epicenter of the rebellion
The causes and consequences of the 1916 Rising & Key leaders: Pearse, Connolly & Plunkett

Transportation / Guide Gratuities

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Follow an expert guide through the heart of Dublin tracing the rebellion's path as it unfolded.
Experience the defining moment of Irish history—the 1916 Easter Rising—on the very streets where it unfolded. This guided walking tour traces the rebellion in chronological order to provide a powerful and clear understanding of...

Duration 2 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 20 people in the group

1
Dublin Castle
Step into the center of Irish history on a guided exterior tour of Dublin Castle. From its 13th-century Viking foundations to the first shots of the 1916 Easter Rising, explore 700 years of power, intrigue, and rebellion. Walk the Upper and Lower State Yards with an expert guide and visit...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only•
- Guided Experience
2
City Hall
Enjoy a guided 10-minute exterior visit of Dublin City Hall, a masterpiece of 18th-century Georgian architecture and a silent witness to the 1916 Easter Rising. Originally the Royal Exchange, this Dame Street landmark transitioned from a center of commerce to a site of revolutionary occupation. Explore the breathtaking Rotunda and...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only•
- Guided Experience

College Green

The story of Irish Parliament, limited self-rule, and the Act of Union. Continue your journey through Dublin’s beating heart, College Green—once home to Parliament and still home to Trinity College.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Trinity College Dublin

Learn about the Protestant Ascendancy, education, class, and cultural identity. Stop at Trinity College to hear your guide share stories of its significance and rich history.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

O'Connell Bridge

Discover the architectural marvel of O’Connell Bridge, the only bridge in Europe that is nearly as wide as it is long. Originally built in 1791 as the narrow, humped "Carlisle Bridge," it was transformed into the grand thoroughfare you see today to honor the "Liberator," Daniel O'Connell. Explore its intricate...

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Ha'penny Bridge

Step onto the most iconic bridge in Ireland: the Ha'penny Bridge. Built in 1816, this elegant cast-iron pedestrian crossing was the first of its kind in the country. Discover the story of the "halfpenny toll" that gave the bridge its nickname, admire its historic Shropshire ironwork, and capture the perfect...

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Moore Street

Walk the "Street of the Last Stand" and discover the site of the final surrender of the 1916 Easter Rising. Trace the dramatic escape route from the burning GPO to Moore Street, where rebels tunneled through terraced houses in a desperate bid for survival. Experience the poignant location where Irish...

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

O'Connell Street Upper

Stand at the epicenter of the 1916 Easter Rising: O'Connell Street. Explore the iconic General Post Office (GPO), the rebel headquarters where the Proclamation of the Irish Republic was first read. Trace the bullet holes still visible in the stone and relive the dramatic week that transformed this grand thoroughfare...

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

GPO Museum

Immerse yourself in the epicenter of Irish history with a visit to the General Post Office (GPO) on Dublin’s iconic O’Connell Street. This isn’t just a stop for a photo—it’s a journey into the heart of the 1916 Easter Rising. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor...