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Two kayaks with three people paddle on the River Liffey towards the Samuel Beckett Bridge
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City Kayaking in Dublin City, allows you to explore Dublin’s most famous river and take in its iconic city centre landmarks from a different angle. Their Music Under the Bridges live music tour paddles occur on Wednesdays and Sundays, and is a memorable way to enjoy the acoustics of Dublin's most iconic bridges, turned into private stages for their guests.

City Kayaking operates from the heart of Dublin City centre at Bachelor's Walk. City Kayaking provide adventure activities on the River Liffey, lasting ninety minutes.

Tours are timed to coordinate with the flow of the tides. High tide tours allow you to paddle through the city centre almost at city level, while low tide tours to give you a chance to explore the docklands and get a glimpse of Dublin Bay. The company will kit you out with all the relevant safety gear and you will be on your way quickly. Qualified guides lead the tours from safety boats to ensure the highest standard of safety while you are on the water.

The company operates sit-on-top kayaks. These kayaks are double or triple seaters which are safe, stable and easy to use. This activity is suitable for all levels of experience and fitness, for guests from the age of 12 years and up. Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or supervising adult present at all times. You are in good hands if you get tired, as you can avail of a tow from their safety boat.

The nearest private paid car parking at Jervis Street, is only a 2 minute walk from where City Kayaking operate from.

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  • Kayaking in Dublin City centre gives visitors a chance to see the sights from a different angle, during the day or at sunset, coordinated with the tides.
  • The sit-on-top kayaks are very stable and safe for all levels of experience and ages 12 years and up.
  • The Music Under The Bridges tour provides enchanting paddle sessions of kayaking, music and spoken word with outstanding acoustics.
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Liffey Boardwalk, Bachelors Walk, North City, Dublin 1, Ireland
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