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Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.
Experience the beautiful County Clare countryside from horseback with this family owned stables. Beautiful views of Slieve Eva, the magnificent Connemara mountain ranges, the iconic Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands make this trek is one of the most popular!. Whether it's a fun time or an exciting and challenging hack you're looking for we cater for all riders, from young to old with all different levels of experience. Ride some of the best trails the West of Ireland and Wild Atlantic Way have to offer. Each of our trails is unique. We trek through the woodlands, up the hills of Slieve Elva and along peaceful winding green roads into the world-renowned Burren region. Trek at a leisurely pace with gentle canters optional. Suitable for beginner and advanced riders.
4.9(12)
1 Hour
Galway
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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
On your journey South to the Cliffs of Moher, listen to your expert driver/guide share the history of the Burren region, an area of exposed limestone terrain, jagged sea-side cliffs and rare flora. Explore a bay-side castle and discover the karst landscape inside the Aillwee Cave before arriving to the Cliffs of Moher. Feel a moment of magic as you stand atop these 700ft high, awe-inspiring cliffs. Following the featured stops of the journey, you'll travel back to Galway via the Wild Atlantic Way coastal route, offering many photo opportunities!
4.9(3330)
8 Hours
Galway
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$71
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Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour
Connemara, Sheepdog Show and Kylemore Abbey Full Day Tour - Experience Best of the West of Ireland Elevate your trip to Galway with our exclusive Connemara day tour, meticulously designed to immerse yourself in Irish culture and history. Kylemore Abbey: Step into a Victorian fairy tale with a visit to one of Ireland's most romantic landmarks. Explore the stunning 19th-century castle and Benedictine monastery, nestled beneath the majestic Twelve Bens mountains. The Sheepdog Show: A Living Tradition Witness the magic of Ireland's rural heritage come to life with our captivating Sheepdog Show. It's more than a demonstration—it's a spectacle that tugs at your heartstrings. Led by Joe, a passionate farmer, this show transcends entertainment! Experience Leenane Village, and many photo stops in Connemara along the way!
4.9(142)
7h 30m
Galway
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$124
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Galway City Walking Tour
This is an intimate tour with a local. The idea is to relay all information in a fun manner and to leave visitors with a very good experience, not just the bare facts. Galway is a vibrant, fun and energetic city and our tours will reflect that energy. Each tour is as new an experience for the guide as the visitor. No two tours are ever the same. That is what makes Athas Tours so unique.
4.9(97)
1h 30m
Galway
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$24
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12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour
Departing at 12:00 noon from Galway, you will travel in comfort through one of the most scenic landscapes in Ireland; the lunar-like Burren. Walk, explore and wonder at the ageless beauty of this extraordinary vista and take in the beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, one of the top 10 natural sites in the world. You will receive free entry to the Cliffs of Moher and have a full 2 hours to enjoy leisurely walks along the coastal pathways & the eco-sensitive Visitor Centre where you can experience the Atlantic Edge, a virtual reality cliff face adventure. We then make a lunch stop at the quaint fishing village of Doolin for approximately 45-50 minutes. We also visit Ballyreen, where you can walk along the limestone Burren landscape before returning to Galway using the Wild Atlantic Way route alongside the edge of the world-famous Galway Bay, one of the most beautiful coastlines in Ireland, stopping for a photo along the way before arriving to Galway at approximately 18:45.
4.9(740)
7 Hours
Galway
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$65
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Tour & Taste Galway Food Tour
My name is Gerry Grealish, I am a local Nationally qualified guide and owner of Tour & Taste Galway. I have grown up here and love Galway and the west of Ireland. I will take you on a tour through the medieval city of Galway and explore its history and culture using food and drink as a way of telling its story. I will take you to some of my favourite places. The tour starts near the historic Spanish Arch with the local guide taking you through the streets of this bustling University city. The tour lasts 3.5 hours approx. with a maximum of 12 people on tour, visiting different venues finishing with a visit to a traditional pub. Private tours are also available.
4.9(69)
3 Hours
Galway
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$113
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Electric Bike Tour of Galway City with Expert Local Guide
We guarantee that there is absolutely no other way to see and learn so much about Galway City in just 3 hours! Electric Bikes, Smart Helmets and Expert Local Guides ensures that this ebike tour gives you a captivating and in depth tour of every nook of Galway City. We run our tours 3 times a day, 7 days a week - Ensuring you have the max opportunity to experience the very best of Galway City Our bike shop is located in Galway City Center - Making it simple to join us, and to grab a beer or some food before/after Our local guides are highly trained, are great fun and full of positive energy! Our top quality ebikes are all less than 1 year old - Maximising comfort and minimising headaches Our smart helmets make it simple for us all to chat to each other, without having to stop and shout Each tour route is unique and depends on the folks who are with us. If the total number of guests on the tour is less than 4, you shall be moved to the self guided tour of Galway City.
4.9(205)
2h 30m - 3 Hours
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$101
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Small Group - Cliffs Cruise and Aran Islands in a Day from Galway
In this groundbreaking day trip, you will get to taste the best of the west of Ireland in just a few hours. Sample south Connemara, explore Inis Oirr (the smallest of the Aran Islands), and take a cruise under the Cliffs of Moher. Coming back onto the mainland, we take in arguably the finest coastal drive in Ireland along the Wild Atlantic Way back up to Galway, along with a couple of various other short stops during the day. What makes this day trip truly unique is that it is a looped route, so you are experiencing a completely different region of the West of Ireland in every hour that passes. You won’t see the same thing twice!
4.9(391)
8h 45m
Galway
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$148
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The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
Hi! and welcome to the most friendly city on earth (and that's official). The 'Legendary tour' has been running for over a decade now and has been much praised over the years for going well beyond the historical outline of city. We take you on meandering tour around the backstreets of the fine medieval city with a few stops that relate to more modern times. The tour focusses of legends rather than just history and will adapt to appeal the personal interests of the participants. Galway has some fascinating tales that are brought to life through Neil's storytelling. Who can resist a tales of love, pirates, murder and adventuring in new lands? We also take great delight in recommending places to eat and drink that we think we will really appeal to you. You will be part of a group that is never more than 15 people to allow for a more personalised and intimate experience of our city. We hope that you will have a great time, as thousands have done already.
4.9(255)
1h 20m
Galway
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$17
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Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
This unforgettable day tour departs Galway at 9:00 AM, travelling by coach along the scenic Wild Atlantic Way and through the rocky limestone landscape of the Burren to the charming village of Doolin. From there, take the express ferry to Inisheer, the smallest and most traditional of the Aran Islands. Explore a 10th-century castle ruin, a sunken church, a shipwreck, and a peaceful beach. Walk the island’s quiet boreens or rent a bike or pony & trap for a more immersive experience (extra cost). After your island adventure, the ferry returns to Doolin and continues with a spectacular cruise beneath the towering Cliffs of Moher, a truly unique view of one of Ireland’s most iconic natural landmarks. Prefer not to cruise? You can disembark at Doolin Pier and wait for the group. Next, enjoy a traditional Irish pub meal (not included), then spend an hour exploring the top of the Cliffs and admire the vista. We return to Galway via the stunning coastal route, arriving back around 7:30 PM.
4.9(1778)
10h 30m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$95
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Micil Whiskey Experience 1 - Whiskey & Poitín
Step inside Galway cities only working distillery for a one-of-a-kind journey into Ireland’s oldest spirits. Discover how whiskey and poitín began as the same drink, separated only by the buying of a licence, and explore centuries of distilling tradition brought to life through our family’s 170-year-old illicit heritage. Learn the secrets of brewing, mash bills, cask finishes and maturation, and see how we make whiskey today using time-honoured methods. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of rebellion, craftsmanship and community that makes our Micil spirits truly unique. Your experience includes three guided tastings – two styles of whiskey plus a very special Heritage Edition poitín made with peated barley and oats. It’s interactive, authentic, and an absolute must-do when visiting Galway.
4.9(24)
1 Hour
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$30
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The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Wander the streets of Galway with our expert local guide and discover the history, culture and tales which makes Galway so special. This is a true welcome to Galway as you receive insider tips on places of interest, as well as the best place to go for some authentic Irish food and a bit of 'craic agus ceol' (fun and music)!
4.9(498)
1h 15m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$18
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Walking Tour of The Quiet Man Film Locations in Cong
The Quiet Man Film Locations Walking Tour is a must for fans of the John Wayne classic, The Quiet Man. The guided tour brings visitors to the original film locations including Inisfree, Castletown, the Pat Cohan's Bar, the Dying Man's House, the Reverend Playfair's House, the fight scenes, the courting scenes and the "patty fingers in the holy water" scenes. Visitors hear: what happened when Hollywood invaded the sleepy village of Cong in 1951; what the film stars were like; how they interacted with the locals; and how the locals became intimately involved in the making of the movie. The tour includes entrance to The Quiet Man Museum. Visitors can dress up in costume for photos and re-enactments. A great interactive experience full of good old Irish craic. The walking tour and museum entry last approximately 1 hour. The tour consists of a short, easy stroll around the village of Cong with stops every few minutes at the movie locations.
4.9(83)
1 Hour
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$30
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Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway
We depart Galway at 10:00 and begin your tour by exploring the Burren region. The first stop is Dunguaire Castle and Kinvara, where we take approximately 15 minutes to view the outside of the castle. Continuing on to Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of the most ancient religious sites in Ireland at 5800 years old, we make another short stop of approximately 10-15 minutes. We then stop in the quaint fishing village of Doolin to enjoy some lunch for around 45-50 minutes (lunch is NOT included in the ticket cost). After that, we arrive at the Cliffs of Moher where we have a stop of 2 hours of free time. This is the highlight of the day with ample time to walk the cliff edge and enjoy one of the most incredible natural sites in the world! Once finished, we return to Galway via the Coast Road with spectacular views over the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, returning to Galway city centre at 18:15.
4.9(2013)
8h 15m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$65
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Private Galway City Tour – A Personalised, Immersive Experience
Fully Personalised. Local Insights & Curated Recommendations Choose between off-the-beaten-path adventures or timeless classics, always at your own pace, and always shaped around your interests. No two travellers see Galway the same way, so we’ve crafted experiences that blend history, culture, and connection: The Classic – Step back in time through Galway’s old town and trace its transformation from a bustling merchant port to today’s creative heart of the West. Wild Atlantic Way & Claddagh Ring – Feel the spirit of the Atlantic in the ancient fishing village of Claddagh and the coastal charm of Salthill, where tradition and sea breeze intertwine. The Best of the West – Wander Galway’s most local side: the leafy university campus, hidden Tudor-Gothic treasures, the striking Cathedral, and the stories behind the Spanish Arch. Craft your own journey – Share your curiosities from art to ancestry, and we’ll design an experience that reveals the Galway that speaks to you.
4.9(7)
2h 30m
Galway
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$326
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Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.
Join this spectacular journey along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. See medieval ruins, 16th century tower house castles, churches, graveyards, drystone walls, quays, harbours, ponies, calves, cows, lambs, sheep and maybe even a leprechaun or two! Driving along the coast of Clare, witness the power of the Atlantic Ocean as it battles the coastline. Board the ferry in Doolin for Inisheer, the smallest and nearest of the Gaeltacht Aran Islands. Keep an eye out for local bottlenose dolphins that occasionally follow the ferry. On Inisheer, explore ancient castles, churches, narrow lanes, stone walls and deserted white sand beaches. The return ferry takes you on a guided scenic cruise beneath the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Returning to Doolin, you go to the top of the Cliffs of Moher where you can take a stroll along the Cliffs. Departing the Cliffs you return to Galway.
4.9(145)
1 Day
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$145
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Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
A full day, guided tour of Connemara, an area famed for it’s unspoiled natural beauty and rugged landscapes. Spend time exploring the iconic Kylemore Abbey and Walled Gardens. Along the way, listen to your expert driver/guide share the origin of the Irish language and how it is still the native language of Connemara, despite its diminishing status in the rest of Ireland.
4.8(1153)
7h 30m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$71
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Discover Galway City Walking Tour
Step into the heart of Galway with a walking tour led by a Fáilte Ireland-approved local guide. Whether you're exploring with family, sharing the experience as a couple, or enjoying it with friends, you'll uncover how Galway grew from a modest settlement into a thriving city with a character all its own. Along the way, you'll hear the stories behind the landmarks, the people who shaped the city, and the moments that still echo through its streets Please Note: A high level of spoken English understanding is required to fully appreciate and enjoy this walking tour
4.8(68)
2 Hours
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$47
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Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City
Learn all about Galway as you walk, talk and taste your way through the city with our expert local guide. Discover the hidden gems of the city, hear noteworthy stories and soak up the culture of our home. You'll taste traditional dishes and local specialties, you'll hear all about Irish culture and heritage through the art of Irish storytelling, and you'll feel enlightened, having spent a pleasant afternoon in Galway city. On our 3pm Tour you will stroll through Galway in the afternoon, breaking up the journey with 3 tasting stops in the city centre, with a focus on traditional Galway & Irish delicacies. On our 6pm Tour the guide will take you through the city in the evening light, with 4 pub stops in Galway’s hotspot neighbourhoods, with a focus on contemporary Irish food & pub culture.
4.8(326)
2h 30m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$83
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The Dark History Tour of Galway City
Join us on The Dark History Walking Tour of Galway City as we explore the darker side of Galway and delve into the gruesome history that lies beneath its charming exterior. Our expert guides will lead you through the winding streets and hidden corners of the city, revealing the chilling stories of murder, witchcraft, and ghostly apparitions that still haunt the streets today. This tour is not for the faint-hearted, but for those who are brave enough to embrace the unknown and immerse themselves in the eerie atmosphere of the city at in the evening. The Gallows: Step back in time to witness some of Galway's most notorious executions. The Long Drop: Explore a new method of execution with disastrous consequences. The Ghosts of Galway: Encounter restless spirits and haunting tales from Ireland's history. The Famine: Gain insight into Galway's darkest years and a man's valiant struggle against it. The Lynches: Uncover the harrowing story of love, loss, gruesome murder, & poetic justice.
4.8(221)
1h 30m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$24
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Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour
Growing up in Galway has given me an intimate knowledge of the rich and vibrant history of the jewel of the west, Galway. Much like the strong currents of the River Corrib that run through it, the stories and tales of its inhabitants have flowed through my life. A family heritage of storytelling imbued me with a love for imparting a good yarn. These tours will have the history, the lore and the origins of Galway’s unique culture, from a true native Galwegian! My walking tours draw from 20 years involvement in theatre, storytelling and music. My guided jaunts around Galway are the perfect marriage of all these aspects of my life. It will become abundantly clear the joy it provides me and I aim to share this joy with my customers. If it’s the culinary delights of Galway, its medieval history, its lesser known stories or the rich musical and artistic heritage of the city you seek to learn about, I would be privileged to guide you along the way. Gaillimh Abu!
4.8(16)
1h 30m - 1h 40m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$36
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Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
Departing from Galway at 10:00 AM, you begin your fully guided tour of Connemara & Cong at our first photo stop near the scenic Inagh Valley. Our main stop is the enchanting Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens. The admission fee for Kylemore Abbey is charged separately at the discounted price of €14 per person (tickets are purchased in cash from your driver). Admission includes entrance to the Abbey, the shuttle bus to the walled gardens and entry to the Neo Gothic Church. There is also a restaurant where you can purchase a hearty lunch and a gift shop for souvenirs. After this visit you explore the wilder Connemara regions visiting Killary Fjord and experience the stark beauty of the valleys of Connemara through the hidden Lough Nafooey route. Arriving in Cong village, you will enjoy a 45-minute break to inspect the ruins of the Old Abbey and take a walk in Cong Woods, wander the streets made famous by the Quiet Man movie before returning to Galway by approximately 18:00
4.7(1073)
8 Hours
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$47
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Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day
Hop on board this fascinating day tour as we explore the famous Castles of Connemara and travel west into this scenic region, famed for its wild and rugged land and seascapes. Our first castle visit is to Aughnanure Castle. Built by the O’Flahertys in 1500, this castle is a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house. Next stop in the quaint village of Oughterard for a short coffee break and onto see the famous ‘Quiet Man ‘ bridge. Weaving our way through scenic Connemara, our next castle stop is Kylemore Abbey, founded by English industrialist Mitchell Henry and now a Benedictine monastery. Spend the next few hours exploring this romantic Abbey, its Victorian walled gardens and Gothic church. We head to the capital of Connemara, the colourful town of Clifden. En-route (and weather permitting) we drive scenic Sky Road, viewing Clifden Castle, a ruined manor house, built in 1812 in the Gothic Revival style. After our day of exploring we return to Galway City.
4.7(31)
9 Hours
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$190
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Hello!!! Galway City Guided Walking Tour
'Hello Galway City!' walking tour discovers the hidden gems & secret corners of this small medieval city. With a mixture of heritage, culture & local interest, this is the perfect introduction to The City of The Tribes.
4.7(3)
1h 15m
Galway
- Free cancellation
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$26
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