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As soon as it's safe, we will back doing the Monto walking tours around what was Dublin's once-famous Red-Light District. Walk the streets full of history.

Sorry, for the late update. There’s no Monto walking tour on this Saturday June 6th.
05/06/2026

Sorry, for the late update. There’s no Monto walking tour on this Saturday June 6th.

No Monto Walking Tour on this Saturday, 30th May.
25/05/2026

No Monto Walking Tour on this Saturday, 30th May.

Monto Walking Tour.What fantastic weather we had on Saturdays tour of what was Monto! No walking tour on next Saturday, ...
24/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour.
What fantastic weather we had on Saturdays tour of what was Monto!
No walking tour on next Saturday, 30th June.

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 23rd May. No Booking Required.Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very en...
19/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 23rd May.
No Booking Required.
Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end of Talbot Street). Right facing Connolly Train Station on Amiens Street. Tour 2hours. Cost €10 per-person

Step into the past with an unforgettable Monto Walking Tour and explore streets steeped in history. Discover the dramatic police raid that rocked the area, and learn how Frank Duff and the Legion of Mary entered Monto, closing down brothels by placing images of the Sacred Heart on their doors.

Once the largest red-light district in Europe, Monto was ruled by powerful madams who catered to everyone from the poorest locals to the elite of Irish and English society. Hear the story of the legendary Michael Collins, and how some prostitutes supplied guns and intelligence to the IRA in Monto. Learn why Collins ordered the ex*****on of the brother of Monto madam and uncover chilling accounts of murdered clients and British spies.

Yet, the true story of Monto goes beyond its infamous reputation. Most residents had no involvement in the s*x trade. Listen to gripping tales of murder, hidden underground tunnels, and the everyday lives of ordinary people who called Monto home.

Monto Walking Tour —Despite the heavy rain, a great group turned up for the Monto Walking Tour, and we carried on throug...
16/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour —

Despite the heavy rain, a great group turned up for the Monto Walking Tour, and we carried on through the weather. The feedback from the group was fantastic, with many surprised by the amount of history packed into such a small area of Dublin.

What truly makes the tour unique are the short audio recordings featuring the voices of people who once lived in and around Monto, sharing their personal memories and stories.

Near the end of the tour, one man recalls his father leading a march into Monto during its closure in 1925.

We are the only walking tour where you can hear firsthand accounts from people connected to Monto and its remarkable history.

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 16thMay. No Booking Required.Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end...
14/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour
On this Saturday 16th
May. No Booking Required.
Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end of Talbot Street). Right facing Connolly Train Station on Amiens Street. Tour 2hours. Cost €10 per-person

Step into the past with an unforgettable Monto Walking Tour and explore streets steeped in history. Discover the dramatic police raid that rocked the area, and learn how Frank Duff and the Legion of Mary entered Monto, closing down brothels by placing images of the Sacred Heart on their doors.

Once the largest red-light district in Europe, Monto was ruled by powerful madams who catered to everyone from the poorest locals to the elite of Irish and English society. Hear the story of the legendary Michael Collins, and how some prostitutes supplied guns and intelligence to the IRA in Monto. Learn why Collins ordered the ex*****on of the brother of Monto madam and uncover chilling accounts of murdered clients and British spies.

Yet, the true story of Monto goes beyond its infamous reputation. Most residents had no involvement in the s*x trade. Listen to gripping tales of murder, hidden underground tunnels, and the everyday lives of ordinary people who called Monto home.

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 16thMay. No Booking Required.Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end...
11/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 16th
May. No Booking Required.
Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end of Talbot Street). Right facing Connolly Train Station on Amiens Street. Tour 2hours. Cost €10 per-person

Step into the past with an unforgettable Monto Walking Tour and explore streets steeped in history. Discover the dramatic police raid that rocked the area, and learn how Frank Duff and the Legion of Mary entered Monto, closing down brothels by placing images of the Sacred Heart on their doors.

Once the largest red-light district in Europe, Monto was ruled by powerful madams who catered to everyone from the poorest locals to the elite of Irish and English society. Hear the story of the legendary Michael Collins, and how some prostitutes supplied guns and intelligence to the IRA in Monto. Learn why Collins ordered the ex*****on of the brother of Monto madam and uncover chilling accounts of murdered clients and British spies.

Yet, the true story of Monto goes beyond its infamous reputation. Most residents had no involvement in the s*x trade. Listen to gripping tales of murder, hidden underground tunnels, and the everyday lives of ordinary people who called Monto home.

FREE WALKING TOUR – THIS SUNDAY, 17TH MAY“Walking in the Footsteps of Matt Talbot”Step back in time and experience the p...
11/05/2026

FREE WALKING TOUR –
THIS SUNDAY, 17TH MAY

“Walking in the Footsteps of Matt Talbot”

Step back in time and experience the powerful and inspiring story of Matt Talbot — a man whose life of struggle, faith, and transformation continues to touch hearts today. Walk the very streets he walked and discover the places that shaped his extraordinary journey.

Join us for this unique and uplifting guided tour, beginning at the Shrine of the Venerable Matt Talbot in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Sean McDermott Street.

🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
⏳ Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
🎟 Admission: Completely FREE

Monto Walking TourToday’s group stepped back in time as we explored what was once Monto, Dublin’s once infamous red ligh...
09/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour
Today’s group stepped back in time as we explored what was once Monto, Dublin’s once infamous red light district steeped in layers of Dublin’s social and cultural history.

With the weather on our side, we walked the streets of the north inner city where, not so long ago, a very different world existed. Visitors were struck by how much history is contained within just a few narrow streets—stories of hardship, resilience, and a complex past that shaped the area.

Many were particularly intrigued to discover that the music for Ireland’s national anthem has its origins in Monto, adding yet another layer to its rich historical tapestry.

It was a deeply engaging tour, and the group left with a real sense of connection to a remarkable and often overlooked chapter of Dublin’s past.

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 9th May. No Booking Required.Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end...
08/05/2026

Monto Walking Tour On this Saturday 9th May.
No Booking Required.
Meeting up. 2PM: Outside the Spar Shop on the (Very end of Talbot Street). Right facing Connolly Train Station on Amiens Street. Tour 2hours. Cost €10 per-person

Step into the past with an unforgettable Monto Walking Tour and explore streets steeped in history. Discover the dramatic police raid that rocked the area, and learn how Frank Duff and the Legion of Mary entered Monto, closing down brothels by placing images of the Sacred Heart on their doors.

Once the largest red-light district in Europe, Monto was ruled by powerful madams who catered to everyone from the poorest locals to the elite of Irish and English society. Hear the story of the legendary Michael Collins, and how some prostitutes supplied guns and intelligence to the IRA in Monto. Learn why Collins ordered the ex*****on of the brother of Monto madam and uncover chilling accounts of murdered clients and British spies.

Yet, the true story of Monto goes beyond its infamous reputation. Most residents had no involvement in the s*x trade. Listen to gripping tales of murder, hidden underground tunnels, and the everyday lives of ordinary people who called Monto home.

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