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Ghosts of Dublin: Haunting Stories Walking Tour & Escape Game

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Wolfe Tone Sculpture, ststephensgreenpark, Dublin City, Co. Dublin, Ireland

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇪🇸 Español

Places you will visit

11

It will take you

35-65 mins

You will walk

3020 steps

Total distance

2.3 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

Explore the eerie and supernatural side of Dublin with this spine-chilling walking tour and escape game. Discover the dark stories behind some of the city’s most haunted locations, from the paranormal activities at Olympia Theatre to the ghostly figure that haunts Trinity College

Uncover the chilling inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula and visit iconic haunted spots that bring Dublin’s dark history to life.

In this immersive adventure, you’re a struggling writer, desperate to find a scoop for a local newspaper’s feature on haunted sites in Dublin. But when a shadowy figure invades your dreams and pulls you from bed, the real hunt begins. 

The ghost of Wolfe Tone demands that you uncover the city’s most terrifying secrets. Solve puzzles, follow the clues, and collect ghost stories to save yourself from a haunting fate. Perfect for history buffs, ghost story lovers, and puzzle solvers, this self-guided tour will take you through Dublin’s haunted streets on a journey you won’t soon forget.

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Dublin combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 11 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 3000 minutes to complete and covers 2.3km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.

Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Dublin.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • Discover the story behind Bram Stoker's inspiration for Dracula

  • Find out about the ghost that haunts Trinity College

  • Check out the Olympia Theatre, where all sorts of paranormal activities take place

  • Visit the most haunted places in town

The mission: Your story in Dublin

A local newspaper is looking for a scoop about haunted sites in Dublin. They need as many good ghost stories and as much supernatural information as possible by next week.

Unsure of where to start, you hesitate for days and get hit with a nasty case of writer's block. One night, your fear of failure invades your dreams, and a shadow appears to you!
 
'It begins...sleep is for the dead...' you hear something whisper.
'AWAKEN!'
You feel yourself being dragged out of bed by the leg like a ragdoll.
'Find Wolfe Tone,'
it demands, tearing your bedroom door off its hinges on its way out.
  • Best at night
  • Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
  • Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 3000 minutes

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Distance

2.3km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Ratings and Reviews

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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

FeatureRegular Guided ToursQuesto
Flexibility
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
$30-$40 per person
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Requires advance booking
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Passive listening to a guide
Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ghosts of Dublin all about?

You’re a writer with a deadline—and no good story. One night, Wolfe Tone himself visits your dream with a warning: Dublin hides more than history—it hides spirits. Now it’s up to you to chase ghost tales across theatres, colleges, and alleys to piece together what haunts Dublin.

Is this good to do in Dublin with kids?

Yes—but best with older kids who like spooky stories. Some scenes are ghostly and atmospheric, which might freak out little kids. If you go earlier in the evening, it tends to feel safer and more fun for families.

Could this be a romantic idea for travelers?

Totally. Walking through historic Dublin at dusk, solving eerie riddles together, hearing whispered stories in dark alleys—it sets a mood. It’s not your usual dinner date; it’ll be more memorable.

Is it good for solo travelers or groups too?

Is it good for solo travelers or groups too?

When’s the best time to play?

Dusk or after dark is perfect for the full haunted feel. Daytime works too if you’d rather keep it a little lighter.

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