Dublin: Afternoon Tea Bus Tour & City Landmarks

Tea & landmarks on a Dublin bus tour

You board a double-decker bus at a Dublin meeting point with afternoon tea and coffee included. The route passes Phoenix Park, Trinity College, O'Connell Street, Georgian Dublin, and St. Patrick's Cathedral while you eat and listen to the guide. Pickup and drop-off are handled, and the whole experience fits into an afternoon without you having to plan individual stops or worry about getting lost.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dublin city sights and afternoon tea

• Pass by Guinness Brewery
• Enter Phoenix Park
• See O'Connell Street
• Pass Trinity College
• View Georgian Dublin areas
• Visit St. Stephen's Green
• Pass St. Patrick's Cathedral

The experience

The bus driver knew the route so well he'd point things out before you'd even spotted them. That's the rhythm of this tour. You board at a designated meeting point, settle in with tea and coffee service, and the bus moves through Dublin at a pace that lets you actually see the city instead of just rushing past it. The afternoon tea arrives once you're rolling, which means you're eating scones while passing the Guinness Storehouse, watching Phoenix Park unfold from your seat, and catching the Georgian terraces of St. Stephen's Green without having to crane your neck or miss a bite.

The route covers the main landmarks most people want to see anyway: Trinity College Dublin where the Book of Kells lives, O'Connell Street with its width and history, St. Patrick's Cathedral standing solid in the middle of everything. You're not getting out at each stop to queue or climb stairs. Instead, the bus becomes your vantage point, and the guide fills in the stories as you move. That's the trade-off, really. You see more ground in an afternoon than you would on foot, but you're seeing it from a window rather than walking through it. For someone with limited time in Dublin or who'd rather not navigate the streets alone, that works.

The afternoon tea itself is the thing that makes this different from a standard city tour. It's not a quick snack. It's proper tea service with coffee available too, which means you're not rushing between stops or eating on the go. If you have dietary requirements, you need to mention them 48 hours ahead, so plan that when you book. The bus doesn't carry luggage or prams, so travel light. No alcohol on board either, which keeps things straightforward. Children need an adult with them, and babies sit on laps. It's a semi-guided experience, so you get commentary without the constant talking: time to just look out the window and think.

What’s included

• The tour includes pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Dublin, afternoon tea with coffee and snacks served on the bus, and a tour guide providing commentary as you pass Phoenix Park, Guinness Storehouse, O'Connell Street, Trinity College Dublin, Georgian Dublin, St.
• Stephen's Green, and St.
• Patrick's Cathedral.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 11:00, the last at 16:00

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Youth (11 to 16 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4)

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Across from Stephen Court”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Vintage Tea Tours Ltd

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to see Dublin's main landmarks in an afternoon without navigating on foot or planning individual stops. Expect to view the sights from the bus rather than explore each one in depth. That's what lets you cover the whole route while having tea.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 16 years); Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4).

What's included in the afternoon tea?

Tea, coffee, and snacks are provided on the bus. For specific dietary needs, notify the operator 48 hours before your tour.

Can I get off the bus at any of the landmarks?

This is a semi-guided bus tour, so you view the landmarks from the bus rather than stopping to explore each one on foot.

Where do I meet the bus?

Pickup is from designated meeting points in Dublin. Confirm the exact location when you book.

Can I bring luggage or a pram on the bus?

No, there's no space on board for luggage, prams, or buggies. Travel with a small bag only.

Is alcohol served on the bus?

No, alcohol is not permitted on board.

What if I have allergies or dietary restrictions?

Inform the operator at least 48 hours before your tour so they can arrange suitable options.