DUBLIN 2 FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Scones, Storytelling and a 1960s Double‑Decker: Afternoon Tea the Irish Way Through Dublin 2
A 70–80 minute, year‑round journey aboard a vintage 1960s double‑decker that pairs Irish‑style afternoon tea with storytelling while passing Phoenix Park, the Guinness Brewery and Georgian Dublin.
Scones, Storytelling and a 1960s Double‑Decker: Afternoon Tea the Irish Way Through Dublin 2.
Step aboard a restored 1960s double‑decker and settle in for Afternoon Tea the Irish Way — a semi‑guided, 70–80 minute circuit of Dublin 2 that combines sandwiches, cakes and warm scones with live storytelling as the bus threads past Phoenix Park, the Guinness Brewery and the Georgian streets around St Stephen’s Green.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A vintage 1960s double‑decker with on‑board hosts
The tour is conducted aboard a restored 1960s double‑decker bus; on‑board hosts deliver playful, engaged storytelling as you travel through the city.
Afternoon tea tailored to your needs
Guests enjoy traditional afternoon tea fare — sandwiches, cakes and warm scones — with menu choices available including traditional, vegetarian, halal, gluten‑free, dairy‑free and vegan options.
Iconic Dublin landmarks from your seat
While you dine, the route takes in key Dublin sights such as Phoenix Park, the Guinness Brewery and Georgian Dublin around St Stephen’s Green.
What the day feels like
How the tour feels
The pace is measured and domestic: settled seating on a vintage bus, plates of tea‑time fare arriving as hosts weave Dublin anecdotes. Over roughly 70–80 minutes you move through the city while listening and snacking, a semi‑guided format that keeps the focus on food, story and view rather than a walking itinerary.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs year‑round and lasts approximately 70–80 minutes.
Book online or by phone with the operator, Vintage Tea Trips; VIP seating is available.
Choose from traditional, vegetarian, halal, gluten‑free, dairy‑free or vegan afternoon tea when you book.
The tour begins at St Stephen’s Green in Dublin 2.
Hosts provide live storytelling and characterful narration while guests enjoy their tea and snacks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Dublin Afternoon Tea Trip?
The tour lasts approximately 70–80 minutes.
Where does the tour start?
The trip begins at St Stephen’s Green in Dublin 2.
Is the tour conducted on a bus?
Yes — the experience is aboard a restored 1960s double‑decker bus.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes — guests can choose traditional, vegetarian, halal, gluten‑free, dairy‑free or vegan afternoon tea options when booking.
What will we see on the route?
Highlights on the route include Phoenix Park, the Guinness Brewery and Georgian Dublin as the bus travels through the city.