Top 14 Evening Experiences in Ireland

1.Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,171 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $56Our pick

Spend about three hours at Dublin’s Belvedere Hotel with live Irish musicians, singers, and dancers who have performed with Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and Feet of Flames. Dinner comes first, followed by an interactive show with clapping, singing, and simple dance lessons onstage. Drinks cost extra.

“It was a fun night. Always love the Irish dancing. They did not disappoint. Their enthusiasm and relationship to the audience made the show alive and fun. Would do again in a heartbeat”

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2.Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 309 reviews · from $30

Ride an open-top double-decker through Dublin after dark, with an English-speaking live guide sharing tales about Joyce, Wilde, Bono, and the Brazen Head. The route passes the Docklands, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, and more. Guides such as Brian, Jerry, James, and Lee have been praised for humor and lively storytelling.

“Was very funny. a lot of hints and information. highly recommend- maybe before the tour starts go to murrys for the dinner :-)”

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3.Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Head to Taylors Three Rock in Rathfarnham for a four-course Irish dinner followed by two hours of music, singing, dancing, and audience participation. You can expect seafood chowder or Irish stew, Irish coffee, award-winning dancers, traditional instruments, and a lively cabaret setting. Transport is not included.

“The cab ride was too far and almost as expensive as the show tickets. We got there late. Dessert was still frozen. Salman sauce was cold.”

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4.Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 208 reviews · from $39

Spend about 3.5 hours at Dublin’s Merry Ploughboy Pub, owned and run by traditional musicians. Choose a show-only ticket or a three-course dinner before live Irish songs, ballads, humor, uilleann pipes, and stepdancing. The pub is outside central Dublin, so plan transport carefully.

“Such a fun night the entertainment was wonderful and the food was delicious. The service was faultless. Getting picked up and being dropped back at your hotel was an extra bonus for a very reasonable cost.”

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5.Sunset Cruise in Howth

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 149 reviews · from $30

Join an English-speaking captain at Howth’s West Pier for a sunset cruise around Dublin Bay. You’ll see Howth Harbour, the cliffs, and Ireland’s Eye from the water while hearing stories about local wildlife and island history. Captains such as Ollie and George have earned praise for their friendly, helpful approach.

“The boat trip was brilliant, and we saw puffins, seals and many sea birds in their natural habitat. We were also really lucky with the weather. I can highly recommend this trip - an excellent way to see Howth and the area from a unique perspective. Even the Dart trip out to Howth was great”

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6.Dublin Live Guided Panoramic Open-Top Night Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 92 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $31

Set out from O’Connell Street for a one-hour guided ride past the Liffey, Trinity College, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, and the Docklands. Your live guide, such as Jerry, Paul, Liam, or Brian, may add jokes and local tips. Check the departure time carefully, since some rides begin before full darkness.

“Wonderful tour guide. My only suggestion is to update the website with correct times. I would recommend for a quick tour of the city.”

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7.Merry Ploughboys Irish Night Dublin Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 3 hours 40 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Spend about 3 hours and 40 minutes at the Merry Ploughboy Pub for an evening of Irish food, live traditional music, dancing, and sing-alongs. The show suits families, couples, and groups, with audience participation, talented musicians, and high-energy dancers. Check the meal details carefully before booking, as the price and dinner inclusions can vary.

“Excellent food and amazing Irish music! So much fun. The mixed fish chowder and the Irish beef stew were outstanding!”

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8.Glendalough Night Hike and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $44Top rated

Join Wild Summits for a four to five hour guided hike through Glendalough at sunset and after dark. You’ll walk beside the lakes, watch for Sika deer, pass the miners’ village, and explore the sixth-century monastic site by headlamp. Guides including Elena share local culture and history. The pace suits moderately fit hikers aged 12 and older.

“Both guides but especially Elena were marvolous. Perhaps start earlier so the pace is not so fast and more time to enjoy the views.”

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9.Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $14Best value

Spend two hours exploring Temple Bar and other central Dublin pubs with a Spanish-speaking guide such as Stefany. Learn why beer and pubs matter in Irish life, hear stories about craic, porter, pub names, and funeral customs, and visit a pub where beer is brewed. Drinks are not included.

“Everything was great with Stefany, she was super friendly and made the tour very enjoyable.”

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10.Slea Head Sunset & Magic Hours Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · from $119

Join local photographer George from Dingle Darkroom for a 3.5-hour evening tour around Slea Head. You’ll visit Coumeenoole Strand, Clogher Head, Gallarus Oratory, Kilmalkedar Church, Dunquin Pier viewpoints, secluded coves, and old farm tracks while getting practical photography tips for any camera or phone.

“Our experience was great. George knew exactly where to stop for the best views and we were able to see things we wouldn’t have found on our own. This was an excellent stress free way to experience this drive to the fullest. I’m very inexperienced at taking photos and he taught me some basic things to improve my ability. Would definitely recommend!”

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11.Galway City: Evening Guided Walking Tour of Galway City

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · from $23

Join Brendan for an 80-minute English-language walk through Galway’s Latin Quarter. Hear the story behind Lynch law, see the Claddagh’s birthplace, visit medieval lanes and a 700-year-old building, and finish near Spanish Arch. The tour costs $23, is wheelchair accessible, and includes local suggestions for music, food, and socializing.

“Brendan was a phenomenal guide! Full of information, personable, and a pleasure to walk around the city with. Highly recommended!”

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12.Sunset SUP experience in Malahide, Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Meet Alex and the Sup Dublin team at Malahide Yacht Club for a 90-minute sunset paddleboarding class. You’ll learn weather, wind, tide, safety, falling and self-rescue skills before heading onto the shallow estuary. Boards, leashes, and buoyancy aids are supplied. The small group is limited to seven people, and wetsuits can be rented for €10.

“It was a great experience, there were lovely views at sunset, and a very friendly crowd, I would definitely recommend!.”

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13.Baltimore Harbor: Sunset Cruise to Fastnet Rock Lighthouse

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · from $62

Join the skipper aboard the Wave Chieftain at Baltimore Pier for a three-hour English-language cruise to Fastnet Rock. You will pass Sherkin Island and Sherkin Abbey, view Cape Clear and Gascanane Sound, circle the lighthouse, and watch for dolphins, whales, seals, and seabirds. Open-deck benches and a cabin offer shelter, but the ride can be rough.

“Spacious boat with lots of room to move about but seating was oversize (too high and too wide) and not very comfortable for a 3 hour journey.”

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14.Sunset Kayak Trip on Dunlewey Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Meet guide Joe at Dunlewey Lake for a two-hour sunset paddle in a sit-on-top kayak. You’ll receive a safety briefing, on-land instruction, and supplied gear before heading out beneath Errigal and Poison Glen. Expect local stories, mythology, geology, a small-group setting of up to eight, and photos sent after the trip.

“Joe was absolutely fantastic! Very calm, great with direction and made us feel entirely safe. It was such a beautiful place and we highly recommmend doing this tour! It was one for the books!”

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