Dublin · EVENING EXPERIENCES
10 reviewed
The Dublin calendar fills unevenly, so the best choice is not always the first one you see. These 10 options show what each does well and what it costs.
Belvedere Irish Nights in Dublin pairs a live Irish dance show with a 3-course dinner in close-up style. Interactive and small-group.
“A fantastic family experience!! Food was great, drinks, and musicians and dancers were wonderful!! Well worth it!!”
Big Bus Dublin night panoramic tour with a live guide on an open-top bus, key sights, and helpful city orientation in about an hour.
“Great fun way to see Dublin quickly and get bearings for later activities. Informative and fun.”
Skip-the-line Irish Night at Taylor’s Three Rock in south Dublin with a 4-course dinner and a 2-hour dance and music show.
“The entertainers were so talented. The show was amazing, There was audience participation that was so fun and entertaining. The food and drinks were good. The wait staff handled everything so well they know exactly how to get everything served quickly and efficiently. The one downside is they pack you in pretty tight, its not a problem just be aware.”
Enjoy an Irish music and dancing night at Dublin’s Merry Ploughboy Pub, with optional three-course dinner and a lively show.
“Fantastic. The venue, the staff (very welcoming and attentive), the food (really good, especially as catering for approx 200 people) and of course the live traditional Irish music and Irish dancers. Would highly recommend this place.”
1-hour sunset cruise from Howth with live captain commentary, Ireland's Eye views and sightings, plus photo-friendly sea views for $30.
“Myself and my partner absolutely loved our trip, it was a beautiful sunset and really enjoyed the views.”
One-hour Dublin night bus tour with open-top views and live narration, passing Trinity College, Temple Bar, and more in English.
“It was hard to understand/hear what the tour guide was saying, partially from other attendee talking. The drive around the city was nice and gave a good view into the city. I wish I could’ve heard/learned more though. Maybe if there’s a way to rig the mic into the headphone plug in it would be more efficient.”
Dublin’s Merry Ploughboys Irish Night combines a traditional dinner, live music, and Irish dancing over nearly 4 hours.
“This is a must do! The entire evening from being greeted with big smiles at the door to the quality of the food and service to the performance. Everything is absolutely fantastic. We arrived and were checked in at the front door. Then let up stairs where the host sat at our table. We were immediately approached by a server who took a drink order. Our drinks arrived promptly. There was a nice selection of starters and entrées on the menu. We had a delicious puréed vegetable soup. For our entrées, my sister had the trout and I had the chicken both were done perfectly. Served with fresh vegetables and…”
Sunset hike on Glendalough lakes, guided history in the dark with headlamps, then stargazing in County Wicklow.
“Both guides but especially Elena were marvolous. Perhaps start earlier so the pace is not so fast and more time to enjoy the views.”
Spanish 2-hour Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour with iconic pub stops, beer history, and lively stories near City Hall.
“Everything was great with Stefany, she was super friendly and made the tour very enjoyable.”
Sunset SUP in Malahide teaches safe paddling, tides, and self rescue with patient coaching and a calm estuary view.
“It was a great experience, there were lovely views at sunset, and a very friendly crowd, I would definitely recommend!.”
