Lives that changed the city

Women of Dublin Walking Tour

Bring together political organisers, writers, workers, artists and reformers whose stories are often separated across Dublin on a public walk.

Two women sharing a joyful moment on a Dublin street
Price
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Duration
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Start time
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Language
English
Format
Public walking tour

Tour highlights

  • Meet women from different periods and parts of city life
  • See places linked to politics, work, culture and reform
  • Discuss why public memory includes some lives and loses others
  • Connect individual lives with wider changes in Dublin

Route overview

What the walk connects

The route below describes the tour’s verified themes. Exact stops can change with city conditions and the confirmed departure.

  1. A central civic meeting point
  2. Political and cultural landmarks
  3. Streets connected with work and social change
  4. A central finish connected with the theme
Visitors gathering at Fusiliers' Arch beside St Stephen's Green

Who this tour suits

  • Schools and universities
  • Cultural organisations
  • History and literature groups
  • Visitors seeking a thematic city introduction

What is included and excluded

Included

  • A guide-led thematic walk
  • Biographical and historical context
  • Time for questions

Not included

  • Museum entry
  • Transport
  • Food and drinks

Practical information

Walking and terrain

Central Dublin includes busy crossings, kerbs and uneven surfaces. Ask about distance and access before booking.

Meeting point

Confirmed with the public departure details.

Finish

In central Dublin, with the precise location confirmed for the departure.

Before you go

  • Ask whether the content suits younger visitors
  • The selection of figures can change with the route
  • Discuss mobility questions before booking

Questions about this tour

Which women are included?

The selection can change with the public route and may include political organisers, writers, workers, artists and reformers from different periods.

Is this suitable for students?

It can be. Ask about the content and route before booking for younger students.

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