Dublin: Merrion Square Walking Tour & Guinness Pint

Walk Merrion Square Where Oscar Wilde and Yeats Once Lived

You walk Merrion Square with a guide who tells you stories about Oscar Wilde, Yeats, Daniel O'Connell and other Georgian-era residents, not just their public work but their private lives and quirks. The tour takes just over an hour, covers the square at a relaxed pace, and ends with a pint of Guinness at a traditional Dublin pub included in the price.

Step-by-step itinerary

Walking tour and pint of Guinness

• Walk Merrion Square Park
• Learn about famous residents
• Hear stories of their lives
• Tour lasts about 75 minutes
• Option to enjoy a pint of Guinness
• Relax at a traditional Dublin pub

The experience

You start at Merrion Square Park itself, the Georgian square that's been home to some of Dublin's most interesting people since 1762. Your guide meets you there and doesn't just rattle off dates and architectural details, instead you get the stories, the odd bits, the private lives of the residents who made this place matter. Oscar Wilde lived here. So did Daniel O'Connell and WB Yeats. The tour runs a little over an hour, moving around the square while your guide points out the buildings and tells you things about these people that go beyond what you'd read on a plaque.

What makes this a Dublin Rogues Tour and not just another walking tour is the angle. It's less about the square's history as a building and more about the characters. You hear stories about their work, sure, but also about their lives, their quirks, the things that made them human and sometimes difficult. The guide knows the place well enough to answer questions that come up naturally as you walk, and the pace is easy enough that you're not rushing between stops or struggling to keep up.

After the tour ends, you have the option to head to one of Dublin's traditional pubs for a pint of Guinness. This is included, so you're not paying extra at the bar. It's a natural way to wind down after an hour of walking and listening, and it gives you a chance to sit with what you've learned and maybe ask the guide a few more questions if they're still around. The pub itself is part of the experience. These aren't new places trying to look old, they're actual Dublin pubs where locals still drink.

What’s included

• Guided walking tour of Merrion Square Park.
• one pint of Guinness at a traditional Dublin pub.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 17 Jan 2027

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 85 years) · Youth (9 to 17 years) · Child (7 to 8 years) · Under 7: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “We meet at the Oscar Wilde Memorial Statue inside Merrion Square Park which is located at the North West entrance to the park.”

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

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Dublin Rogues Tour

Is this one for you?This works well if you want to learn Dublin's character through the people who shaped it rather than through a standard historical overview, and you'd rather have someone who knows the stories guide you around the square than wander on your own.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (9 to 17 years); Child (7 to 8 years). Under 7: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

How long is the Dublin Rogues Tour?

A little over an hour of walking around Merrion Square.

What's included in the tour?

The guided walking tour of Merrion Square and one pint of Guinness at a traditional pub afterward.

Who are the famous residents mentioned on the tour?

Oscar Wilde, Daniel O'Connell, WB Yeats and other notable figures associated with Merrion Square since 1762.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces of Merrion Square are wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in a pram or stroller.

Do I have to go to the pub after the tour?

No, the pub visit is optional. You can skip it if you prefer, though the Guinness is included if you choose to go.

Is there parking or public transport near Merrion Square?

Public transportation options are available nearby, and transportation to the area is wheelchair accessible.