Dublin History Trip – Ireland

Dublin: Rebels, Resistance and Republics

Dublin offers a deep dive into the fight for Irish independence — and the complex legacies it left behind.

Key Stage 3   GCSE   A-level

GPO Witness History Museum: Explore the Easter Rising from the rebels’ viewpoint.

Kilmainham Gaol: Stand where revolutionaries were imprisoned and executed.

Glasnevin Cemetery Tour: Discover the lives behind the headlines — from poets to politicians.

Dublin is a city bursting with history, from its medieval roots to its role in Ireland’s fight for independence.

Students can explore landmarks like Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and Kilmainham Gaol to gain insight into political struggles, cultural heritage, and the nation’s rich literary tradition. Dublin’s vibrant streets and historic sites make it an inspiring place to learn about Ireland’s past.

From Rising to Republic

Ireland’s struggle for independence was messy, moving and full of meaning. Dublin lets students experience it on the streets where it happened — from revolutionary HQs to silent stone walls.

EFollow the events of 1916 and the birth of the Republic
Explore the tensions between protest, violence and state power
Link national stories to wider anti-colonial themes

Easter Rising Street Trail

Easter Rising Street Trail: Follow rebel routes and decisions.

Kilmainham Gaol Guided Tour

Kilmainham Gaol Guided Tour: Walk corridors of resistance.

Glasnevin Political Tour

Glasnevin Political Tour: Connect leaders and legacy.

Museum of Irish History

Museum of Irish History: Track British-Irish relations.

Protest Poster Workshop

Protest Poster Workshop: Reflect on resistance through design.

Treaty Debates Roleplay

Treaty Debates Roleplay: Explore political division post-1921.

Irish Song and Story Session

Irish Song and Story Session: Learn how culture shaped memory.

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What’s included in our packages?

Fully bespoke tour & itinerary tailoring to your preferences

All travel Provsions (UK transfers, Flights, Internationasl transfers).

Half board accommodation (+packed lunches where applicable)

Experienced in-field tour coordinator (Dedicated to your party only)

All ticketing to itinerary options (Where applicable)

Ottimi online services (Parent/ student tour webpage)

Full evening activities programme

One point of contact throughout

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