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Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise

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Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise
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See Dublin from the River Liffey on a sightseeing cruise and admire the city’s monuments from the water. Learn the history of Dublin, from the arrival of the Vikings to today.

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Duration 45 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Shashank – Ireland

The guide and the Boat Captain were very nice and polite. I enjoyed the tour.

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Liam – United Kingdom

Lucy the guide was great. She was clear and interesting, gave us plenty of information but didn't overload us. The Captain was really friendly too.

Highlights

  • See city landmarks and historic neighborhoods, such as Docklands from the water
  • Sail past the Jeanie Johnston
  • See the Where the City meets the Sea at the edge of Dublin Port
  • Chat with our wonderful local guides and get the inside scoop on our city

Full description

Step aboard an all-weather 48-passenger river boat for a cruise along the River Liffey in Dublin and see the city from the water.

Get insight into the history of Dublin City and the River Liffey in particular, from the arrival of the Vikings more than 1,000 years ago, through the swift development of Dublin during the 18th and 19th centuries, to the subsequent decline and more recent redevelopment of Dublin Docklands.

Hear about the iconic Ha'penny Bridge and Gandon's masterpiece Custom House. Follow the story of Dublin’s Royal and Grand Canals, and see where Oliver Cromwell landed in 1649. Discover how Captain William Bligh surveyed Dublin Bay in 1800 and how much of present-day Dublin now sits on reclaimed land, including Trinity College and the Spire in O'Connell Street.

Includes

  • River cruise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Meeting point

All cruises depart from and return to our Pontoon at The Sean O' Casey Footbridge. Our Pontoon is situated on the North side of the river, on Custom House Quay. Opposite the CHQ building. Please arrive 10 minutes before your booked cruise time to check in and receive instruction from our crew.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Please note that all bookings are subject to availability and tidal conditions on any given day
  • If there is a problem with your selected time and date, you will be contacted to arrange an alternative sailing

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 3269 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Shashank – IrelandApril 14, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide and the Boat Captain were very nice and polite. I enjoyed the tour.
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Liam – United KingdomApril 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Lucy the guide was great. She was clear and interesting, gave us plenty of information but didn't overload us. The Captain was really friendly too.
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Catherine – IrelandApril 12, 2025 – Verified booking
A really informative cruise and we were lucky to have great sunny weather!

Product ID: 29053

Activity provider:Dublin Discovered

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