School Trips To Dublin, Ireland

A city steeped in culture and good craic.

We know that Ireland and the UK have a long and intricate history, and what better way to learn about it than by visiting the charming city of Dublin?

Historical landmarks and memorials line every street corner in the Irish capital, making it an ideal city to enlighten and inspire your students.

Walking down stunning Georgian streets, listening out for live music in the cobbled lanes of Temple Bar or spending a few euros tasting Ireland’s own Butler’s chocolate, it’s easy to fill a few meaningful days in this lively city. Not to mention, it’s a quick and easy trip over the Irish Sea.

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Why Choose Dublin For An Educational Tour?

Poignant History

Dublin is a great choice for a trip focusing on political history. If you’re studying Home Rule, the Easter Rising, the Troubles or the partition of Ireland, then there’s plenty to discover on informative tours across Dublin, including important site, such as:

Kilmainham Gaol – Now a museum with excellent tours and exhibitions, the former political prison held famous nationalists and revolutionaries, including the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising.
Glasnevin Cemetery – A non-denominational burial ground, and a powerful symbol of the nation’s history, Glasnevin Cemetery is is a brilliant visit for students, with exhibitions covering Ireland’s political evolution.
Dublin Castle – Built over 800 years ago, the castle served as the seat of British rule in Ireland until 1922.

Your class will have students with backgrounds from all faiths, political orientations, and belief systems. Exploring something as contentious and storied as Ireland’s recent history is an excellent way to thoughtfully reflect, debate, and learn from the past – creating more mature, balanced minds.

Better yet, you’ll be doing it in a place that’s absolutely packed with things to see and do. Walk the beautiful grounds of Trinity College, relax in the lush St Stephen’s Green, stand at the infamous St. James Gate, and enjoy the buskers of Grafton Street – all part of a lively city like no other.

Example Itinerary

Below we’ve put together a sample 3-day itinerary for a trip to Dublin, focused mainly on Irish history. Please note that this is only an example of a tour that we could organise; everything can be adapted to fit your needs.

Day	Morning	Afternoon	Evening	Meals
1	Travel to Dublin by ferry or flight.	Tour of Kilmainham Gaol, learning more about the Easter Rising and the historical use of the Gaol for political prisoners.	Evening meal in Dublin.	Evening meal included
2	Walking tour of Dublin, visiting key stops like O’Connel Street, the GPO, and St. Stephen’s Green.	Guided tour of Glasnevin Cemetery.	Evening meal in Dublin.	Breakfast & evening meals included
3	Guided tour of Dublin Castle.	Return travel back to the UK.	Arrive at school	Breakfast meal included