Sooooo there’s a Gin and Tonic Bus Tour of Dublin where you spin about the city on a 1960’s vintage bus and nurse G&Ts…
Yea, it’s a thing.
And it’s pretty damn reasonable, too!
The quick need-to-knows
- Cost: €35 per person
- Duration: 90 minutes
- The bus: 1960s Routemaster
- Attractions: Phoenix Park, Merrion Sq. and plenty more
A Gin and Tonic Bus Tour of Dublin
If you ever wanted to climb aboard an old-school 1960s Routemaster bus and spin around Dublin while taking in some of the city’s best sights with a G&T in hand, you’re in luck.
A G&T tour of Dublin launched over the summer, and it sounds pretty decent.
Here’s how the organisers describe the tour:
‘As you meander through picturesque Dublin, sip your G&T while chit-chatting with your fellow tour guests. Look out over the water as you drive through the city.
Gaze out over Dublin’s lush green spaces as you cruise by Merrion Square, Saint Stephen’s Green, and the largest city park in Europe, Phoenix Park. Pass by the 19th-century cast iron Ha’penny Bridge, and admire the stately beauty of Trinity College.’
What you’ll see and what you get
For €35 you’ll get:
- 2 gin and tonics
- A 90-minute journey through Dublin with an excursion into Phoenix Park
- Light snacks
Where the tour will take you:
- The Phoenix Park
- Grafton Street
- St James’ Street
- Temple Bar
- Thomas Street
- Merrion Square
- St. Stephen’s Green
- The Ha’penny Bridge
- Trinity College
Things to know about the tour and where to book
The Meeting Points
Meet outside the Dublin City Gallery, The Hugh Lane, Charlemont House, Parnell Square N, Rotunda, Dublin, D01 F2X9. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.
Tour Times
The tour departs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. After loosening up and taking in the sights, you’ll be dropped off at Dublin Visitor Center.
Not Suitable For
Note: According to the organisers, this tour isn’t suitable for:
- People with mobility impairments
- Children under 18 years
You can book a ticket for the tour here.
Keith O’Hara has lived in Ireland for 35 years and has spent most of the last 10 creating what is now The Irish Road Trip guide. Over the years, the website has published thousands of meticulously researched Ireland travel guides, welcoming 30 million+ visitors along the way. In 2022, the Irish Road Trip team published the world’s largest collection of Irish Road Trip itineraries. Keith lives in Dublin with his dog Toby and finds writing in the 3rd person minus craic altogether.
Frank Lupton
Wednesday 18th of December 2019
Thanks Keith seems like a missed marketing opportunity and i can't find a phone number for them either anyway their loss, have a happy christmas
Frank Lupton
Tuesday 10th of December 2019
how do you buy as a gift not knowing suitable dates etc
Keith
Tuesday 10th of December 2019
Hi Frank - I'm not sure if you can. I had a look at their website to see if they do vouchers, but they don't!