Ireland · BIKE TOURS IN DUBLIN
Every trip has one free day too few. These 10 bike tours in Dublin justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Explore Dublin by bike with local guides such as Robbie, Mikey, James, Leah, or Colin. Over about 2.5 hours, you’ll see major sights, quieter streets, historic buildings, and city views. Bikes, helmets, and reflective vests are supplied, and an ebike upgrade can make the mostly easy route even simpler.
“Great experience! Colin, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable, funny and laid back - just what you want on your holidays!”
Ride an electric bike around Howth with a guide such as Conor, Nikki, Aileen, Karen, or Ryan. This three-hour small-group tour covers the harbour, Sutton coast, Martello Tower, Howth Head, Baily Lighthouse, and quiet trails. Bikes, helmets, local stories, photo stops, and a short video recap may all be part of the day.
“This electric bike tour exceeded our expectations. Over the course of nearly 3 hours our guide safely lead our small group through the sights of Howth. Along the way, we transversed through side streets, hillsides, and stopped at several locations to take splendid photos, and hear some Irish history. Our guide was Conor, and he was informative and professional. Although we were a bit novice on the electric bikes, we could not have planned a better day.”
Ride through Dublin with a local guide such as Laura or Hugh, using a push bike or e-bike to cover Dublin Castle, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Guinness, Kilmainham, and Christ Church Cathedral. The small group keeps the pace personal, while the route gives you a useful first look at the city.
“Laura was lovely. She had a good handle on the history of the sights she took us to. She answered obscure questions insightfully. She had a great sense of humour. She looked out for her clients physical safety. I would do the tour again in a heartbeat.”
Ride an e-bike or standard bike through central Dublin with guides such as Stephen, Laura, and Jack. Expect stops at Dublin Castle, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, the Liberties, Guinness Gate, Kilmainham, and Christ Church Cathedral, plus local stories and practical city tips.
“A fun and educational adventure! Great way to see parts of Dublin. E-bikes certainly made it easier than having to peddle ourselves. Our tour guide - Laura - was wonderful. Filled us in on lots of history and answered all of our questions. A highlight of our trip to Dublin.”
Pick up an adult, child, e-bike, tandem, trailer, or dog trailer at Phoenix Park Bikes near Heuston. You get a helmet, hi-vis jacket, park map, and route advice for a seven-hour self-guided ride. Cycle to Magazine Fort, Ashtown Castle, and the park’s deer herds, then return your bike at the entrance.
“It was a blast seeing the beautiful parts of Phoenix Park. They didn't have our Viator reservation, though. Luckily, I had my ticket and proof of payment.”
Meet Cycle Dublin near St. Stephen’s Green for a 2.5-hour guided ride through Dublin’s canals, Georgian streets, Norman landmarks, parks, and revolutionary sites. Guides such as Robbie, Colin, Laura, Mike, and Mikey mix history with local pub tips. Bikes, helmets, and high-visibility clothing are provided.
“Excellent, with lots of stops for history and checking to ensure group stayed together”
You’ll spend three hours riding from Howth Yacht Club through the harbor, Sutton, Baily Lighthouse, and Howth Head. An English-speaking guide such as Conor, Karen, Nicki, or Aileen may lead the way, sharing local stories as you tackle paved roads, back lanes, heathland, and uneven cliff paths. Good balance and off-road cycling experience are essential.
“Conor was an amazing guide and the cycle tour was the highlight of our trip to Ireland! Howth is a beautiful place and not to be missed. Conor made our family feel at home while on the adventure around Howth!”
Ride a private bicycle route through central Dublin, the Liberties, Kilmainham, Phoenix Park, and Chapelizod. Your guide, including Ben when available, shares stories, takes photos, and later sends a captioned souvenir video. Expect 2.5 to 3.5 hours of moderate cycling, with pickup possible within 1 kilometer.
“The History of Dublin via a bike tour is the best. Our guide Ben was wonderful and knowledgeable of the history of this wonderful city.”
Ride from central Dublin to Bull Island, Croke Park, Glasnevin Cemetery, Phoenix Park, Kilmainham, and the War Memorial Gardens. Guide Ben leads this private English-language tour, sharing local history, transport stories, and unusual tales. Bikes, helmets, and high-visibility vests are included. Lunch and cemetery admission cost extra.
“Ben was a fantastic host and tour guide. We were informed about the local history and felt safe and comfortable using our E Bikes, highly recommend this tour!”
Ride through Dublin with a private guide such as Robert or William, using an adult city bike on a route matched to your pace. The 2-hour tour covers central sights, while 4 and 6-hour options add the Docklands, Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, and Irish National War Memorial Gardens. Helmets, food, and entry tickets cost extra.
“our guide was level headed and insightful. had a good time looping about the city Robert took care to assess our urban biking skills and general level of two-wheeled capabilities. endorsed. ( unfortunately lost my wide brimmed hat which left at the bike shop )”
Pick a coastline, a castle or a counter.
