Dublin: House of Guinness Walking Tour & Pint

Walk the Guinness Quarter with the stories Netflix brought to life

You walk Dublin's Guinness Quarter for two hours with a local guide who connects the real history to the Netflix series. You see St. James's Gate, Arthur Guinness's home, and The Liberties neighborhood where the brewery began. The tour ends with a pint in a traditional pub. Wear comfortable shoes—the route includes cobblestones, hills, and stairs.

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to understand the Guinness family story beyond the brewery—the politics, the culture, the real people behind the Netflix drama—without arranging your own walking route through Dublin's oldest neighborhoods. The fixed two-hour pace and included guide mean you move through the city with context instead of stopping to figure out where to go next.

What’s included

• Your two hours include a local guide leading you through The Liberties and the Guinness Quarter, stops at historic landmarks like St.
• James's Gate and Arthur Guinness's home, stories connecting the real family history to the Netflix series, and a pint of Guinness in a traditional Irish pub at the end.
• Public transportation is available nearby if you need it before or after.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Guinness heritage and Dublin pubs

• Photo stop at The Brazen Head pub
• Guided walk through The Liberties district
• Visit Arthur Guinness’s home and brewery gates
• Enjoy a pint and stories at a traditional pub

The Experience

You start at The Brazen Head, Dublin's oldest pub, dating back to the 11th century. Your guide meets you there and walks you straight into the weight of it—centuries of merchants, rebels, and brewers have sat in rooms like this one. From there, the two-hour House of Guinness walking tour traces Arthur Guinness and his family across the city, moving through The Liberties, the neighborhood where the brewery took root in 1759 and shaped everything that came after.

The route takes you past Arthur Guinness's historic home, then to St. James's Gate—those black gates you've probably seen in photos. Your guide brings the real stories alongside the Netflix drama, so you're not just standing in front of landmarks; you're learning how one family didn't just build a brewing empire but reshaped Irish culture, politics, and society. The cobblestones are uneven in places, and there are hills and stairs, so comfortable shoes matter. The tour moves at a steady pace and covers a fair amount of ground.

It ends in a traditional pub where you raise a glass of Guinness—the pint is included. If you want to add the Guinness Storehouse to your day, that's an optional upgrade, but the core tour keeps you moving through the actual streets and spaces where the family's story unfolded, not behind museum glass.

Top questions

How long is the House of Guinness walking tour?

Two hours, starting at The Brazen Head pub.

What's included in the tour?

A local guide, entry to historic sites and neighborhoods, a pint of Guinness in a traditional pub at the end, and stories tied to the Netflix series and real Guinness family history.

Is the Guinness Storehouse included?

No, but it's available as an optional paid upgrade for guests who want to add it.

What should I wear?

Comfortable shoes are essential. The route includes cobblestones, uneven surfaces, hills, inclines, and stairs. Dress for the weather—the tour operates in all conditions.

Can children join the tour?

Children can attend, but they cannot drink or sample alcohol. The tour serves a pint at the end, so parents should plan accordingly.

Is this tour accessible for people with mobility challenges?

The tour involves significant walking over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, and stairs. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not recommended, as footpaths cannot be guaranteed to have suitable ramps throughout the route.

Where does the tour start?

At The Brazen Head, Dublin's oldest pub, located in the city center.

Do I need to book the Guinness Storehouse in advance?

The Storehouse is optional. If you want to add it, you can arrange the upgrade when booking the tour.