Discover Kildare
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!