Dublin Christmas Tour Songs, Stories and Santa

1 h 10 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Celebrate the festive season with a delightful Christmas Tour of Dublin, blending an open-top bus ride with an entertaining show led by award-winning guides. Experience the city's enchanting Christmas lights as you gather around for heartwarming songs, stories, and laughs, all while enjoying the sights of Dublin's best displays. A special visit from Santa and 'Gus on The Bus' adds to the magic, making this a perfect outing for families and holiday enthusiasts alike. This 70-minute tour promises an unforgettable evening of Christmas cheer.

Duration: Approximately 70 minutes, departing at 16:30 and 18:30

Unique combination of a Christmas Carol service and bus tour

Explore iconic Dublin sites like Grafton Street and St. Stephen's Green

Interactive fun for kids with festive songs and stories

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 45 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: DoDublin Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 70–75 minute festive Christmas lights tour of Dublin
Included: Live interactive performance by Santa Claus and costumed elves
Included: Seasonal music and Christmas carol sing-alongs

Not included

Not included: Meals: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

O'Connell Street

Passing by

Take in the festive illuminations along Dublin's main boulevard and the towering Dublin Spire, bathed in winter light as Santa steers the tour out into the festive city centre.
An Post General Post Office

Passing by

Admire the majestic Georgian portico of the historic GPO illuminated for the holiday season while the elves share festive cheer and kick off the evening's storytelling.
Trinity College Dublin

Passing by

View Trinity College's 18th-century cobbled front square and façade glowing under holiday lights as the bus joins in full-voice Christmas carol sing-alongs.
Grafton Street

Passing by

Catch sparkling views of Dublin's famous shopping district under its iconic canopy of overhead Christmas chandeliers and glowing decorative street displays.
St Stephens Green

Passing by

Cruise past Dublin's historic central park, admiring the perimeter of Georgian street lamps, festive holiday storefronts, and seasonal displays.
Dublin Castle

Passing by

Look out for illuminated civic landmarks along historic Dame Street and keep your eyes peeled for Gus, Santa's cheeky helper, who may make an unexpected street-side appearance!
Stop 7

Passing by

Enjoy stunning waterside views of James Gandon's 18th-century architectural masterpiece reflected in the River Liffey, surrounded by illuminated quays and Docklands lights.
O'Connell Bridge

Passing by

Cross the River Liffey with sweeping 360-degree panoramic views of Dublin's illuminated bridges and festive riverfront as Santa steers the bus back toward home base.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Locate the Spire on O'Connell Street and continue north (away from the river). Pickup Point is approximately 100m on the left side of the street outside Dublin Bus Head Office.

End point

Locate the Spire on O'Connell Street and continue north (away from the river). Pickup Point is approximately 100m on the left side of the street outside Dublin Bus Head Office.