Top 7 Evening Experiences in Ireland

1.Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,171 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $56Our pick

Spend about three hours at Dublin’s Belvedere Hotel with live Irish music, singing, and dance created by Jim Murrihy of Damhsa. Dinner comes first at 6:45pm, followed by an interactive show at 8pm. Expect professional performers, audience participation, and a family-friendly evening, with drinks sold separately.

“The food was very good and service was great. The music and dancing was very enjoyable. Really enjoyed the night”

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2.Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 309 reviews · from $30

Ride an open-top double-decker through central Dublin after dark, with an English-speaking guide sharing stories about Temple Bar, James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Bono, and the Brazen Head. The one-hour route begins and ends at 13 O’Connell Street Upper. Guides such as Brian, Jerry, James, and Lee have earned praise for their humor and clear commentary.

“the tour was amazing! ivana and peter were the best, they were so funny!! definitely made our ireland trip!!”

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3.Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Head to Taylors Three Rock in Rathfarnham for a four-course Irish meal, Irish coffee, live traditional music, award-winning dancers, storytelling, and audience participation. The show runs about two hours, with drinks extra and no hotel pickup. Plan your taxi or Uber carefully, since the venue is outside central Dublin.

“This was a very enjoyable evening. It was a long distance from Dublin, and my friend and I were not part of a bus group, but the staff made room for us anyway and treated us well. We appreciated that.”

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4.Irish Night Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 208 reviews · from $39

Spend about 3.5 hours at the Merry Ploughboy Pub, a Dublin County venue run by traditional musicians. Choose show-only admission or add a three-course Irish dinner, then watch live singers, musicians, and stepdancers perform from 8pm. Expect communal tables, audience participation, plenty of humor, and a location about 30 minutes from central Dublin.

“Beautiful songs and dance.. Bar owner thought I am a driver when I asked for a drink...guess they need to open up their minds and not be overtly racist”

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5.Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $14Best value

Spend two evening hours exploring Temple Bar and other central Dublin pubs with a Spanish-speaking guide such as Stefany. Learn why beer and pubs matter in Irish culture, visit unusual pub spaces, see live-music venues, and finish at a pub where beer is brewed on site. Beer tastings are not included.

“Everything was great with Stefany, she was super friendly and made the tour very enjoyable.”

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6.Slea Head Sunset & Magic Hours Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · from $119Top rated

Join local photographer George of Dingle Darkroom for a 3.5-hour evening tour around Slea Head. You’ll visit Coumeenoole Strand, Clogher Head, Dunquin Pier viewpoints, Gallarus Oratory, Kilmalkedar Church, secluded coves, and sunset stops while learning to use your camera or phone more effectively.

“Our experience was great. George knew exactly where to stop for the best views and we were able to see things we wouldn’t have found on our own. This was an excellent stress free way to experience this drive to the fullest. I’m very inexperienced at taking photos and he taught me some basic things to improve my ability. Would definitely recommend!”

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7.Baltimore Harbor: Sunset Cruise to Fastnet Rock Lighthouse

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · from $62

You board the yellow Wave Chieftain at Baltimore Pier for a three-hour sunset cruise to Fastnet Rock. Your skipper handles the route while you watch for dolphins, whales, seals, and seabirds. The boat has an open deck and cabin, with views of Baltimore Beacon, Sherkin Abbey, Cape Clear, and the lighthouse from every angle.

“Spacious boat with lots of room to move about but seating was oversize (too high and too wide) and not very comfortable for a 3 hour journey.”

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