Discover Dublin By Boat
ID: GYG29053-33938
Category:
Country: Ireland
Country: Ireland
Duration: 45 min.
Description
See Dublin from the River Liffey on a 45-minute boat cruise, and admire the city’s monuments from the water. Learn the history of Dublin, from the arrival of the Vikings to the rapid development of the city in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Climb aboard an all-weather 48-passenger river boat for a 45-minute cruise along the River Liffey in Dublin and see the city from the water.
Get insight into the history of Dublin City and the River Liffey in particular, from the arrival of the Vikings more than 1,000 years ago, through the swift development of Dublin during the 18th and 19th centuries, to the subsequent decline and more recent redevelopment of Dublin Docklands.
Hear about the iconic Ha'penny Bridge and Gandon's masterpiece Custom House. Follow the story of Dublin’s Royal and Grand Canals, and see where Oliver Cromwell landed in 1649. Discover how Captain William Bligh surveyed Dublin Bay in 1800, and how much of present day Dublin now sits on reclaimed land, including Trinity College and the Spire in O'Connell Street.
Climb aboard an all-weather 48-passenger river boat for a 45-minute cruise along the River Liffey in Dublin and see the city from the water.
Get insight into the history of Dublin City and the River Liffey in particular, from the arrival of the Vikings more than 1,000 years ago, through the swift development of Dublin during the 18th and 19th centuries, to the subsequent decline and more recent redevelopment of Dublin Docklands.
Hear about the iconic Ha'penny Bridge and Gandon's masterpiece Custom House. Follow the story of Dublin’s Royal and Grand Canals, and see where Oliver Cromwell landed in 1649. Discover how Captain William Bligh surveyed Dublin Bay in 1800, and how much of present day Dublin now sits on reclaimed land, including Trinity College and the Spire in O'Connell Street.
Highlights
- Get a unique perspective of Dublin from the River Liffey
- Learn the history of Dublin and its river, from the Vikings to modern day redevelopments
- Climb aboard an all-weather river boat and sail past monuments such as Dublin Docklands
- See city landmarks and historic neighborhoods, such as Temple Bar, from the water
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that all bookings are subject to availability and tidal conditions on any given day. If there is a problem with your selected time and date, you will be contacted to arrange an alternative sailing
• If you are arriving from overseas countries not on the Irish Green travel list, you are required to self-isolate for 14 days. Customers who have not completed 14 days' self-isolation will not be permitted on the cruise
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Meet on the north side of the bridge at Custom House Quay, opposite the CHQ building.
• If you are arriving from overseas countries not on the Irish Green travel list, you are required to self-isolate for 14 days. Customers who have not completed 14 days' self-isolation will not be permitted on the cruise
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Meet on the north side of the bridge at Custom House Quay, opposite the CHQ building.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.