Step back in time and explore Dublin’s rich history through its landmarks and museums in 2025.

Must-See for History Buffs in Dublin

Dublin’s history comes to life through its medieval castles, iconic monuments, and world-class museums. For history buffs, Dublin offers a deep dive into the past, from Viking Dublin to modern times.

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Best 11 Activities for History Buffs in Dublin

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Casino Model Railway Museum & Malahide Castle, Malahide, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Casino Model Railway Museum & Malahide Castle

  • Malahide, Ireland
  • 45 mins

Take a tour of Malahide Castle and learn the history of Irish rail

5(1 review)
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€14.5
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Early Access: Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Early Access: Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 2 hours 30 mins

Experience the fascinating and ancient Book of Kells, and more!

4.5(30 reviews)
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€79
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum: Entry Ticket, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum: Entry Ticket

  • Dublin, Ireland

Discover the story of the Irish

4.7(322 reviews)
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€21
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Saint Patrick's Cathedral: Entry Ticket, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Saint Patrick's Cathedral: Entry Ticket

  • Dublin, Ireland

Wander through 800 years of epic history at Dublin's iconic cathedral

4.6(188 reviews)
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GPO Museum, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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GPO Museum

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 1 hour

An interactive journey into Ireland's amazing past

4.4(120 reviews)
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€15
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Christ Church Cathedral: Entry Ticket, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Christ Church Cathedral: Entry Ticket

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 40 mins

Dublin's spiritual heart and first cathedral

4.6(60 reviews)
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Dublin: Jeanie Johnston Tallship Emigrant Experience, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Dublin: Jeanie Johnston Tallship Emigrant Experience

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 50 mins

Trace the path of those who escaped the Irish famine

4.8(54 reviews)
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€15
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Little Museum of Dublin: Our Famous Guided Tour, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Little Museum of Dublin: Our Famous Guided Tour

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 30 mins

Take a guided tour of one of Dublin's best museums

4.6(20 reviews)
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Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles: Day Tour From Dublin, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles: Day Tour From Dublin

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 12 hours

Join an epic castle-hunting adventure through Ireland's misty southern hillsides

5(5 reviews)
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Little Museum of Dublin: All-Day Flexi Ticket, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
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Little Museum of Dublin: All-Day Flexi Ticket

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 35 mins

Go wild and enjoy all the guided tours at Dublin's top museum experience

5(3 reviews)
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€20
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CitySightseeing Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin Tickets.
Hop-On Hop-Off

CitySightseeing Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 3 hours

From Guinness to museums to cruises and more

3.5(6 reviews)
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€37
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