Dublin: Hidden Tallaght - A Journey Through Over 1,000 Years of History

Discover the untold stories of Tallaght, join our passionate local guide on this walking tour, to uncover the rich literary, political, and ancient history that defines our vibrant community.

The Walking Tour

Recently described by a guest from Canada as 'The most satisfying history tour of Ireland,' on TripAdvisor, this walking tour invites you to explore and engage with a side of our city that most visitors and locals never get to truly explore/see.

Tour Highlights

• Whitehall: Step into the heart of the Irish Literary Revival. Discover the home of Katharine Tynan and learn how this space became a hub for giants like W.B. Yeats.
• The War Correspondent: Trace the life of William Howard Russell, a man who defined war journalism, from his roots in Jobstown to the frontlines of the Crimean and US Civil Wars.
• Aviation & Industry: Explore the site of the former Tallaght Aerodrome (WW1) and the nostalgic legacy of Urney Chocolates.
• Alice Furlong: Uncover the story of the writer, activist, and proud Gaeilgeoir who helped shape the early 20th-century political landscape.
• Myth & Mountain: Discover the legendary connection between the Dublin Mountains and Oisín i dTír na nÓg. Explore how our local landscape is woven into this iconic tale of Irish mythology, bridging the gap between ancient storytelling and the world we walk through today.
• St. Maelruain’s Church: Stand on the grounds of a former 7th-century monastery, once known as one of the 'two eyes of Ireland.'
• and much more!

Why Attend?

• Discover over 1000 years of Tallaght’s incredibly rich history and people who shaped literature, politics, and industry both nationally and internationally
• Connect with your local history in a fresh, engaging way
• Experience storytelling that brings together place, memory, and identity and based on original archival research
• Support a social enterprise - your ticket helps fund future investment in Tallaght, the Irish language, and Irish-language employment

About Discover More Tours

Discover More Tours is a social enterprise based in Tallaght, founded and run by Franco-Irish, Tallaght native Sophie. Dedicated to celebrating Tallaght's rich heritage (Dublin South-West and our incredible mountains more broadly),its incredible people (past and present), supporting local businesses and the Irish language.

Alongside her work with Discover More Tours, Sophie conducts pre-PhD research in British imperial legal history, working across archives in Dublin, London, and New Delhi.

Practical Information

• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting Point: Kingswood Luas Stop
• End Point: Tallaght Village
• Language: Tour conducted in English, with some Irish shared throughout the tour
• Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended!