John is the man. Really, totally, and completely. I’d marry the guy. Went with a friend I met at a hostel and we were the only two on the tour—we both felt very safe with John, and we got to learn loads about Irish history while getting a buzz on. All around delightful, informative, and enjoyable. 10/10

Absolute boss of a man and I dare say I'd probably hang out with him every night if I lived here.

John is the real deal ; funny, passionate, and such a gifted storyteller. He picked out four pubs for us, switching things up as he got to know our group, and every stop had historic significance. The night ended with Irish music at The Celt, which was the perfect finale, but what made it so special was how personal it felt. With just five of us plus John, it was intimate, never tourist-trappy, and more like a private walking tour of Dublin with beer and history mixed in. He included everyone, even turning one guest in a wheelchair into the VIP who got us prime spots in packed pubs and had us laughing at jokes tailored to our group (like bringing “Jesus” and “Bridget” to the Confession Box). We visited the Palace, Saints and Scholars, the Confession Box, and The Celt, but it never felt pre-planned, just John reading the vibe and making it work. As a history nut and lover of good ales, I couldn’t have asked for more , it was hands-down the best “history class” I’ve ever had.

My daughter and I had the best time on this tour, it was fantastic! Loads of interesting bits of history and fun facts. John was so knowledgeable of many things and has a great sense of humor. I recently had surgery on my ankle and John made sure to make me feel so comfortable in each setting including clearing the way through crowds. We highly recommend if you are visiting