A Dublin Literary Walking Tour,
Guided by Song.
Songs. Stories. Strolls.
Starting from Sweny’s Pharmacy, this walking tour explores Dublin's literary heritage through song, poetry and storytelling, bringing to life the writers and artists who once lived and worked around Merrion Square.
At the heart of the Poetry Stroll is James Joyce, one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers. As we wander the streets and visit the places that shaped his life, we trace his journey from aspiring young poet to becoming the author of Dubliners, A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man and Ulysses.
His story is woven together with those of fellow writers and artists, including Oscar and Lady Jane Wilde, Æ George Russell and Susan L. Mitchell, revealing the rich creative world that once flourished around Merrion Square
Join me for a Stroll...
Public Strolls:
Sunday: 1:00pm & 3:00pm
Monday: 1:00pm & 3:00pm
Pre-booked Tours:
Thursday: 1:00pm & 3:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm & 3:00pm
Private Tours:
Available throughout the week.
Get in touch!
Sunday and Monday are my regular days at Sweny's. Tours can be pre-booked and walk-ins are welcome too!
My tours on Thursday and Friday are
pre-booked only, reservations can be made until 24 hours before.
Private tours can be booked throughout the week. Get in touch via phone or email to discuss the options.
Start at Sweny's Pharmacy
The Victorian pharmacy, made famous by James Joyce’s Ulysses provides the starting point of our journey.
The pharmacy is a rare Joycean landmark that is still very much alive and kicking to this day. Don't forget to pick up a cake of lemon soap!
Probably the best experience in Dublin (and one of the best in our lives).
Wonderful, unforgettable tour with a great storyteller and a great musician
