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Roar your way through Dublin City in a unique Land and Water experience provided by one of Ireland’s most unique sightseeing experiences.

Let Viking Splash Tours take you around Dublin on one of our WW2 amphibious DUKWs. Our guides provide a fun, informative and unforgettable experience for all ages and groups taking in our cathedrals, Georgian Dublin and much more before splashing into the Grand Canal basin for a short cruise by the iconic U2 studios.

Voted as one of Dublin’s best tours, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

Please note; children under 3 years old are not permitted on the tour.

All bookings can be made online by clicking BOOK NOW!

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions for all Tour Information.

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Frequently asked questions.

St. Stephens Green, Dublin 2- D02 N960

There are 28 seats on each DUKW, and every Viking must have their own seat.

No, seats are not allocated. It is a first come first serve basis.

YES! It does go on the water.

You are free to disembark the DUKW for the water section, then reboard.

Only if it is raining!

Poncho’s can be purchased at St Stephen’s Green – Adults and Children’s sizes available. They are €2 per Poncho.

No.  Dress for the weather. Do not bring your own life jacket as we must insist that you wear one of ours.

Approximately every half an hour from Stephens Green during high season. (High Season is Jun-Sept)

Booking is advised as seats are limited and we are, after all, one of Dublin’s most famous and best loved tours.

One hour and fifteen minutes is what we aim for – this will vary depending on city traffic.

You will be charged the full price of your tickets with no refund.  We do ask customers to be at our departure point 15 minutes prior to departure. 

We spend approximately 15-20 minutes in the Grand Canal Docks.

Children under 3 years are not permitted on our tour for safety reasons. 

Come on board and find out!

The vehicles we use are called ‘Dukws’.  They were built during World War II as amphibious trucks to carry soldiers and equipment to aid the war effort.

No – unfortunately we cannot provide toilet facilities at our departure point nor on our vehicles.

No.  No.  No.

The DUKW is not Wheelchair accessible.  However, a wheelchair can be stored at the rear of the vehicle if the passenger has enough mobility to board the vehicle, via the back steps.

Yes – so long as the buggy or pram is collapsible it can be folded up and put behind the back seats on board. Limited to two buggies per tour.

Unfortunately not! 

Not at present.

Yes you can! Once you are mobile, and can wear a life vest on the water.

We will facilitate a change of date 48 hours prior to your tour, depending on our availability.

Head office: Unit 5, Knockmitten Lane, Dublin 12, D12 HD68

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Dublin – Viking Splash Tours of Dublin

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Viking Splash Tours Dublin have been entertaining and educating adults and kids alike, native and foreign for the last ten years with their unique fun tour of Dublin. For family sight- seeing with a difference, book yourself and your family a seat on the Viking Splash Tour.  You will see Dublin as you have never seen it before and be guided by a tour guide unlike any you are likely to have met before either.

You will be taken around Dublin, not on a bus but on an amphibious vehicle called a Dukw. A what? Yes a Dukw – Pronounced ‘duck’ it is an authentic World War Two American land to sea vehicle which was built by the General Motor Corporation. These Dukws played a huge role in landing Allied Troops on the Beaches of Normandy during the D Day landings. Originally there were approximately 22,000 of these work-horse vehicles in service with the American forces, but only a few hundred have survived ’til today. And you and your family could take a trip on one. Living history before you ever see Dublin at all.

Nowadays in Dublin these Dukws have been pressed into service as unique tour vehicles and for some reason are ‘piloted’ by Vikings. Hence the Viking Splash Tour.

Although the Viking Splash Tour is all about having a bit of fun as you tour the city, it is important to note that the vehicles are all licensed by the Dept of Marine and Transport and all guides and drivers are fully qualified and experienced.

For tickets, groups, and private hire enquiries please email  [email protected]

•  You can also book over the phone on (01) 2243852. Bookings are advised at all times to avoid disappointment
• You must take note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other tour times or dates.

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Viking Splash Tours Departure Times

• Tours begin from 10am daily and run approximately every half hour to 90 minutes. During weekends and high season, tours will run more frequently.

Viking Splash Tours operate seven days a week during high season.

Viking Splash Tours last 1 hour and  15 minutes.

Please call (01) 2243852 to confirm tour times as they operate more frequently during the high season and less frequently during the low season.

Family Fun Tip:- All departure times are subject to change and they always advise to book in advance.

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Let Viking Splash Dublin, in Dublin City, show you the wonderful sites and scenes of the capital city from a DUKW. First built by General Motors during World War II, a DUKW is an amphibious six wheel drive vehicle shaped like a boat. They were once used for transporting goods and troops over land and water.

The Viking Splash Dublin tour ensures you not only hear about Viking Dublin, but also see historic sites including, St Patrick’s and Christchurch Cathedrals, Trinity College Dublin and Georgian Dublin. The climax of the tour sees the DUKWs splash into the water at the Grand Canal basin for a short cruise, passing by the recording studios of U2. The Viking Splash Dublin tour guides provide a fun, informative, engaging and unforgettable tour experience.

Group tour bookings are also welcome. Children under three are not permitted on a Viking Splash Dublin tour.

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Join Viking Splash Tours on a thrilling tour around the main sights of Dublin City - by land and water!

Let the Vikings show you the sites and scenes of the capital city from a World War II amphibious vehicle – all whilst our Viking guides deliver an informative, entertaining and engaging commentary, ensuring all are captivated on this thrilling tour!

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There’s no better way to explore the beautiful and historic city of Dublin than on board a Viking themed City Splash Tour! Take in the stunning vistas like never before on an epic voyage across land and water all in one thrilling and entertaining tour. Let the locals show you around, all Viking Splash tour guides are from the area and offer unique insight into the little known aspects of the mysterious city.

The road section of the tour takes you deep into the heart of the city, immersing passengers in both Celtic culture and comical craic! Some of the fascinating landmarks which you will take in include historic sites such as Viking Dublin and Saint Patricks Cathedral as well as stunning views of Dublin culture and natural environment. 

The climax of this epic adventure comes when the vehicle launches into the Grand Canal basin with a supreme splash! From the rare vantage point on the whispering waters of the blissful basin you will experience Dublin unlike on any other tour! From here you can take in the marvellous city landmarks including the harbour and the South Dublin docklands. It’s sure to be a wildly entertaining experience which you’ll never forget!

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My friends back home told me this was a must do when you are in Dublin.They we're so right.It was pouring rain but we didn't care because we had our ponchos and most importantly!! Our viking helmets.The guide was hilarious,he knew how to entertain the kids and us adults felt like kids,especially when we would scream out the occasional Viking roar at the people on the street.All in all,great family fun,would highly recommend.

A fantastic trip full of laughter and so much fun. Our tour guide/ driver Kevin should be on the stage. His ad-libbing was second to none and was interspersed with interesting facts. His talents know no bounds and made the trip even more enjoyable. Our children were with us so the jokes were kept tongue in cheek but just as hilarious. Kevin's interaction with the people on the streets was genius and there were some fantastic sports there too. I would highly recommend it to natives and tourists alike.

I've been to Dublin a few times before but we decided to embrace our tourist side and take this tour. I want to go back and do it all over again! We laughed the entire time and still find ourselves randomly chuckling remembering parts. Not the most educational tour but we did actually learn more than we did on several other trips throughout the country and had a WAY better time. Ask for one of the rides with Kevin! We wish he led all of our tours! Definitely book your tickets in advance, they often sell out.

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VIKING SPLASH TOURS: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

Viking Splash Tours

• Explore Dublin, land and water, on a restored World War II amphibious vehicle
• Gasp as your “duck” drives into the water and transforms into a boat
• See top Dublin attractions, including the castle and two cathedrals 
• Roar like a Viking and wear comical Viking-style helmets
• See itinerary
• Rain Poncho
• Viking Helmet
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Stephen's Green Nth, stop 790, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland Our exciting Dublin tours depart from Stephen’s Green North close to Grafton Street. Keep an eye out for the Viking Splash Tours bus stop on St. Stephen’s Green North located opposite the Cliff Townhouse. Tour ends at the original departure point.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• IMPORTANT: You are requested to select either morning or afternoon departure and check your confirmation details for exact departure time
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Tour not suitable for children under 3 years
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• You'll start at Stephen's Green Nth, stop 790 Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland Our exciting Dublin tours depart from Stephen’s Green North close to Grafton Street. Keep an eye out for the Viking Splash Tours bus stop on St. Stephen’s Green North located opposite the Cliff Townhouse. Tour ends at the original departure point. See address & details
• Pass by St Stephens Green The Liberties Saint Patrick's Cathedral Christ Church Cathedral Four Courts River Liffey The O'Connell Monument The Spire Ha'penny Bridge O'Connell Street Trinity College Dublin Huguenot Cemetery Grand Canal Dock
• You'll return to the starting point

• gerardpatrick1979 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Viking tour, definitely worth it Eoghan is brilliant. This guy could be on TV. He's hilarious and not a bad singer either. The tour is a great snap shot of Dublin with loads of craic agus ceoil. Read more Written April 3, 2024
• Lorna O 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles So glad we did this! Took the tour with our two kids aged 6 and 12. Our guide was Bryan and he was brilliant! Included everyone on the tour and humour kept us entertained. Loved the water part of the tour and learned new facts on the way. Definitely recommend! Read more Written April 3, 2024
• mariadonnelly07 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great overview of Dublin in an interesting and lighthearted way. Chris and driver were brilliant … informative but in a funny and interesting way. Highly recommend going. We are grandparents and went with our 4 year old granddaughter… she loved it too ! Read more Written April 3, 2024
• anasta_zziaa 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Hit or miss My three friends and I recently experienced one of the Viking tours. However, as the tour progressed, we found ourselves less enchanted, primarily due to the tour guide's humor, which unfortunately didn't resonate with us. Despite this, it's worth mentioning that the guide shared several intriguing stories about Dublin's history, which we appreciated. Additionally, feel that the tour was overpriced, considering the overall experience. Read more Written April 2, 2024
• N796ETchrisr 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience Keith our guide was fantastic as was the tour. We were a group of 8 -4 kids , 4 adults everyone was entertained and educated in an interactive fun way. Thanks Keith we would all highly recommend. Read more Written April 2, 2024
• W8364YQpatr 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles We all had a really fun time! Thank you the staff ( Kara) were very inviting and our tour guide was so funny and kind . we learned a lot of things from that tour. We had a really fun time. Read more Written April 2, 2024
• nicksP6311OO 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A drive through the streets of Dublin with lots of local history Great fun ,Ken was full of knowledge and quick with a joke. A great day out. Mary the driver was very comfortable with driving such an old and unusual vehicle Read more Written April 1, 2024
• harryj703 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun tour This is something different as you get to go into the water on an old WW11 vehicle. Tour guide was good fun and full of interesting facts. Recommend. Read more Written April 1, 2024
• annacI1119MV 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must see not only for the historical value but the comedy too Couldn’t stop laughing from start to finish. Connor and Ken were bouncing off each with the jokes, they had everyone in stitches. A fun way to learn about Dublin history. Read more Written March 31, 2024
• Flynnzo5 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Don’t Miss This Amazing!! Kara the guide and Bert the driver were outstanding!! We had a multi age crew from 21 to 85! Fun and educational. Well worth it!!! Read more Written March 31, 2024
• Culture47690093537 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Flavour of Dublin with charm and wit A really excellent visitor experience. We are locals who brought two youngsters (5 yrs and 10). The guide noted their names, included the kids in her commentary and generally created a great outing! Read more Written March 31, 2024
• denisemO4737ZU 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Highly Recommend. Lots of laughs Highly recommend this. Tour guide was hilarious and we laughed all the way. My teens had a lot of fun. Price for family ticket reasonable too Read more Written March 31, 2024
• L5714QKlaurao 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Alternative 30th birthday celebration! We had a great time celebrating my sisters 30th birthday. The tour guide, Conor, and driver, Ken, we're great and funny and made the trip! Read more Written March 31, 2024
• Nomad25067060336 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Try it! You will love it! This is highly recommended. A tour like no other. Our guide was Chris; and he was just brilliant! Our “duck” had a clutch issue; and he had to ad-lib - and he was superb. Very funny throughout. A great tour, which is highly recommended! Read more Written March 31, 2024
• judyab3 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Good fun Great fun and a really good way to have a quick look round Dublin My 13 year old son enjoyed it and would recommend .Very good Read more Written March 30, 2024

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A thrilling, educational, and amphibious ride through the south of Dublin

The 75-minute Viking Splash Tour delivers an overview of many major city sights, like Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and several government buildings. Guides also reveal what the city was like during Viking, Medieval, and Georgian periods with a nearly constant flow of historical information, local folklore, and wisecracks. Keep in mind you’ll be wearing a plastic Viking helmet and shouting to pedestrians during much of the drive. The tour’s true highlight, though, comes when your vehicle (a World War II DUKW) splashes into the water at the Grand Canal Docklands for the aquatic portion of the programme.

Time Out tip: The vehicle’s roof cover only reaches twenty of the twenty-eight seats, so choose your spot wisely in case of rain or sunburn. They do distribute rain ponchos on tours with inclement weather. Viking requests participants convene at the meeting point 15 minutes before their scheduled tour. That’s St. Stephen’s Green North, opposite the Dawson Street junction. You will be mocked if you’re the last one to show up.

Nearby: Peruke & Periwig: For creative cocktails and simple bar snacks in a gilded Victorian lounge Little Museum of Dublin: For an educational and entertaining look into Irish life in the twentieth century Sun Bear: For freshly made gelato with vegan flavour options

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Viking Splash Tours

The fun way to experience Dublin by land and on water!

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Viking Splash Tours is Dublin's only amphibious sightseeing tour

Book a trip with Viking Splash Tours for a unique Dublin sightseeing experience by Land and Water.

Our Viking captains will guide you on a fun and witty tour of Dublin City, taking in all the top sights including Viking and Medieval Dublin, Trinity College, Christ Church Cathedral, Georgian Dublin and much more! Viking Splash Tours can be enjoyed by all the family and is ideal for parties, re-unions, corporate events, sightseeing excursions or if you are just looking for some good fun in Dublin City.

What to Expect

Viking Splash Tours is a truly unique experience on land and water, taking in the sights of Dublin during a fun-filled and engaging guided city tour. We do what no one else can do by showing you the sights of Dublin by land and water! Our amphibious vehicles take you from land to water and back again, offering city vistas not available on other Dublin tours. You will experience an unanticipated, enjoyable and informative experience that appeals to young and old alike.

Tour Duration

Our fun-filled, sightseeing tour of Dublin lasts approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. We do require all our passengers to be at our departure point 15 minutes prior to their scheduled tour time for boarding so please allow for this when planning a trip on Dublin’s best loved city tour.

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