fbpx
Close
Articles by Year

<<     >>

Articles by Category
+353 (0) 91 457 898

Locations

Selected Trips

    Dublin is a perfect starting point for an adventure on two feet. The capital and largest city of Ireland, Dublin is a fascinating city.

    Dublin's cobblestone streets

    Explore Dublin’s cobblestone streets in the city centre before setting off on your adventure!

    Originally founded as a port city by the Viking raiders who settled in Ireland in the Dark Ages, Dublin remained the Emerald Island’s most significant city and port from the Middle Ages onwards. It is a centre for Irish culture, trade, eduction, and economy.

    The name ‘Dublin’ comes from an old Irish name – ‘Dubhlinn’ – meaning ‘black pool’ which referred to a back pool at the convergence of the Liffey and Poddle Rivers, although the contemporary Irish name is ‘Baile Ath Claith’ – ‘Town of the Hurdled Ford’ – referring to an ancient ford that once existed on the River Liffey. Visit Dublin city parks such as Merrion Square (where Oscar Wilde’s statue is!) and St Stephen’s Green, learn about whiskey at the less-known Teeling Distillery (the celebrated Jameson Distillery is the most popular option) or beer at the very-well-known Guinness Factory, or try the new EPIC: Irish Emigration Museum. 

    Just south of Dublin, find the fishing village of Howth and beyond that, the amazing Wicklow Mountains, nicknamed ‘Garden of Ireland,’ where you’ll find the ancient ruins of the Glendalough monastic complex in the breath-taking glacial valley.

    Dublin is connected to the entire island – all roads pass by Dublin! This makes it a great starting point for your hiking trip in Ireland.

    Or, if you prefer to book a tailor made trip, Dublin is a great introduction to Irish culture! See our interactive holiday builder to book tailor-made hiking tours from Dublin. 

    While hiking in Dublin isn’t exactly what you had in mind, its centralised location makes a great jumping off point for trips anywhere in Ireland! Currently available hiking tours from Dublin can be found below.

    [show_trips_here]

    Related Departures

    TripDatePriceAvailabilityBook
    Hiking - The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal6th May - 12th May 2023€2,4301 place(s) leftBook Now
    Hiking - The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal8th Jul - 14th Jul 2023€2,4303 place(s) leftBook Now
    Hiking - The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal22nd Jul - 28th Jul 2023€2,4304 place(s) leftBook Now
    Hiking - The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal5th Aug - 11th Aug 2023€2,4304 place(s) leftBook Now
    Hiking - The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal26th Aug - 1st Sep 2023€2,4307 place(s) leftBook Now

    Our holidays reviewed
    in your own words

    Wilderness Ireland and your sister company Wilderness Scotland with whom I had a tour about six years ago are both outstanding cycle tour companies and I always recommend them to friends who ask for my advice about cycle touring.

    James Collora
    Bike Tour - Donegal From Cliffs to Coast
    Reviewed on 14/06/2022

    Rated 4.93 out of 5 based on 418 reviews

    Read More Reviews

    As Recommended By...

    You'll be in good company on a Wilderness Ireland Trip. Some of the biggest and best known names in the business have recommended us.

    Los Angeles Times
    National Geographic Adventure
    Vogue
    Men's Health
    USA Today

    Want more Wilderness in your life?

    Sign up for our newsletter and be the first to hear about trip news, blogs and offers.