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Joined 2020
Caitlin W.
Available Areas
Dublin (Living)
Languages
English (Native), Irish
Response Time
1 day on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Caitlin W.
Hi, I'm Caitlin - a native of Tipperary living and working in Dublin for the past 10 years. I am a historian and postdoctoral researcher based in Dublin offering tours of the city focusing on the modern period - approximately the last 250 years. My particular areas of interest are social history and the revolutionary period.
I have over 10 years of experience working within the tourism industry, with experience creating and delivering tours at the Abbey Theatre, the National Museum of Ireland, the 1916 Walking Tour, and Glasnevin Cemetery, and as a freelance tour guide with companies such as Peter Somers Travel. I have curated exhibitions on Irish history and Irish life for Clerys and the National Archives of Ireland, and regularly present at conferences on Irish history.
I completed my PhD in Public History at Trinity College, Dublin, where I studied how history was used to create different identities in the two Irish states after partition. I chose to study public history because I am really passionate about connecting the public with the history all around us and engaging them with it in their everyday life.
I have been published in both popular and academic presses in Irish history, and am a regular contributor to podcasts, radio shows, and documentaries. I love engaging people with history and if you want to learn about Dublin, the history that shaped it, and how it continues to impact the present day then send me a message. Please tell me a little about your trip, what your particular interests are, and your availability. Please note walking tours are approximately 2 hours.
Important
I am very flexible with tours and will do my best to ensure that I can accommodate your requests. For best availability, book in advance.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Emma D.
“Highlight of our Dublin visit”
Caitlin was a great guide. Responsive to inquiries before our tour, really personable, and beyond knowledgable. I highly recommend her.
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Caitlin W.
Thank you Emma! It was a pleasure to bring you and your family around the city and I hope your parents enjoy their stay!
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