Original Dublin LGBTQ+ Walking Tour
Join a guided walking tour through Dublin and discover the remarkable figures of Ireland’s queer history.
What can I expect
- Stories of Irish pioneering figures
- Visit Landmarks that relate to Dublin's queer history
- Understand the journey from exclusion to acceptance, highlighting the LGBTQ+ community's struggles and triumphs.
Explore Dublin through a unique and meaningful lens on the Original Dublin Queer Walking Tour.
As you stroll through the city’s iconic streets, your knowledgeable guide will share stories of courage, activism, and resilience, highlighting influential figures who helped shape the fight for equality. This immersive experience reveals an eye-opening insight into the social and cultural evolution of Ireland.
During the two-hour tour, you’ll visit important landmarks such as Liberty Hall, Trinity College, the Diceman’s Corner, and The George — one of Ireland’s most famous LGBTQ+ venues. Each stop tells a story, from early struggles and legal battles to moments of celebration and progress.
The tour moves at a comfortable pace, allowing time to absorb the atmosphere of each location while considering the broader social changes that have shaped modern Ireland. Ireland’s LGBTQ+ history is marked by a powerful journey of resilience, filled with both triumphs and setbacks. It is a story that offers much to celebrate — from groundbreaking progress to vibrant cultural expression — while also honoring the many challenges and injustices that have been endured along the way.
Tour Details
This tour includes:
- General Post Office and Revolutionary Queer figures
- The Abbey Theatre and Panti Bliss ‘Noble Call’
- Liberty Hall and the First Pride Protest
- Trinity College and the Sexual Liberation Movement
- The George and Gay Spar
- Dublin Castle and the Marriage Equality Referendum
