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The Guinness Experience – Court Yard Hotel

Arthur Guinness Heritage Tours

Discover Leixlip & Dublin from the Historic Court Yard Hotel

Itinerary 1: In the Footsteps of Arthur Guinness – Leixlip & Kildare

Duration: 1 Day | Start: Court Yard Hotel

08:30 – Welcome & Breakfast

Begin your day with a full Irish breakfast at the Court Yard Hotel, the historic site of Arthur Guinness’s first brewery (1756).

09:30 – Viking Heritage Walk

Explore the River Liffey and learn about Leixlip's Viking roots. Hear how the town got its name and its importance in early trade.

10:30 – Leixlip Castle

Step into 12th-century history with a guided visit to Leixlip Castle, now home to the Guinness family.

12:00 – Lunch at The Salmon Leap Inn

Enjoy Guinness Stew and other Irish classics in this cozy, traditional pub.

13:30 – Optional: National Stud & Japanese Gardens

Discover Ireland’s racing heritage and relax in stunning gardens that symbolize the journey of life.

15:30 – Return to Court Yard Hotel

Unwind with a pint at Arthur’s Bar and soak in the history where Guinness first began.

Itinerary 2: The Guinness Trail – Leixlip to Dublin

Duration: 1 Day | Start: Court Yard Hotel

08:30 – Departure from Court Yard Hotel

Board the tour bus and hear the story of Arthur Guinness’s leap from Leixlip to Dublin.

09:00 – Scenic Journey

Learn about Guinness's 9,000-year lease at St. James’s Gate as we head through Kildare to Dublin.

10:00 – Guinness Storehouse

Tour Ireland’s most iconic brewery. End your visit with a pint in the Gravity Bar overlooking Dublin.

12:30 – Lunch at The Brazen Head

Eat where legends gathered — Dublin’s oldest pub with ties to Arthur Guinness himself.

14:00 – Panoramic Dublin Tour

Pass Dublin Castle, Christ Church, and more as you dive into Viking, Norman, and Georgian history.

16:00 – Optional: Guinness Enterprise Centre

Explore how Guinness inspired Ireland’s modern entrepreneurial spirit.

17:00 – Return to Leixlip

Relax back at the Court Yard Hotel and reflect on a journey through Irish history and brewing heritage.

Plan Your Experience

Our guided tours offer a unique blend of culture, heritage, and storytelling. Book today through our reception team and let us take you on a journey that blends the charm of Leixlip with the vibrancy of Dublin — all from the historic heart of the Guinness story.

  • Private & group bookings available
  • Tour buses with expert local guides
  • Recommended: comfortable shoes and a camera!

© 2025 Court Yard Hotel, Leixlip – Discover the Guinness Legacy

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