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Irish Day Trips: 15 Worth Giving a Whole Day To

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Anything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached sits in this one list. The 15 below hold up over a full day out, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour - The first break at Barack Obama Plaza
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From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

1.Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18,888 reviews · from $89Our pick

Travel from Dublin by air-conditioned coach to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway City, and Wild Atlantic Way villages. You get two hours at the cliffs, about two hours in Galway, live commentary, and a short Galway orientation walk. Guides vary, with Aoife, Chris, Carol, Richard, Jim, and Peter among those named by guests.

“Perfect way to explore parts of the island without worrying about driving! Good time allotment in each area, wished to spend more in Galway!”

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Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour - The 6:45 a.m. start and Barack Obama Plaza
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Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour

2.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,924 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $94Top rated

Leave central Dublin at 6:45 a.m. for a full day west with Finn McCools Tours. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Dunguaire Castle, and Galway, with stories, music, Wi-Fi, and a dedicated guide such as Aoife, Oli, or Conor. The tour returns around 7:30 p.m., or you can ask to finish in Galway with your luggage.

“It was a wonderful day and a great value. It was a long day but the tour guides did a fantastic job breaking up the trip. A true highlight of our trip!”

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Kilkenny, Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin - The sheep farm and a close look at rural Ireland
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Kilkenny, Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin

3.Kilkenny, Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,897 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $48

Spend about 10 hours exploring Kilkenny, the Wicklow Mountains, a working sheep farm, and Glendalough from Dublin. Expect guided walks, a sheepdog demonstration, time with lambs in some seasons, mountain views, and free time in Kilkenny and beside the lakes. Guides such as David, Kevin, Maurice, Ian, and Liam are regularly praised for lively storytelling.

“We did our tour with Ian and Colin and they were incredible hosts! My partner and I have done many tours in Ireland and this was by far the best. It was as if two friends were bringing us on a tour, taking us into local places, and giving us a bit of history as well. If you’ve ever wanted to snuggle a lamb, this is the tour for you!”

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From Dublin: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tour - Glendalough, where ruins meet two mountain lakes
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From Dublin: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tour

4.Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,235 reviews · from $45

This 9-hour Collins Day Tours trip takes you from central Dublin to Glendalough, the Wicklow Gap, and Kilkenny. Expect an English-speaking guide, a comfortable coach with Wi-Fi and USB charging, guided walks, free time for photos and lunch, and plenty of Irish history, folklore, and humor along the way.

“We had a wonderful experience with this excursion!The transportation was perfectly on time,and the coach was very comfortable,which made the journey even more enjoyable. Our guide,Mike,made the ride fly by with his songs,explanations,and incredible energy.He truly brought the trip to life,and his good mood was contagious. My personal highlight was Glendalough,such a beautiful and peaceful place. A heartfelt thank you to Mike,who is a genuinely kind person.He even took the time to walk around the bus and personally ask each of us what our favorite moment of the day was,such a thoughtful gesture. We were a group of adults from Belgium learning English,and Mike spoke with a calm,clear,and gentl...”

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Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour - Dublin Castle and the city’s power
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Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

5.Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,020 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Walk central Dublin with guides such as Helena, Dan, Barry, Keith, Karl, and Dave. In two hours, you’ll connect Viking Dublin, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, Temple Bar, the Liffey, O’Connell Bridge, College Green, and Trinity College, with plenty of Irish stories, humor, and practical pub and restaurant tips.

“Such a great tour! Dan was knowledgeable, professional, and made Dublin’s history come alive. We also appreciated his recommendations for things to do around the city. Highly recommend!”

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Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour - Glendalough: ruins in the Valley of Two Lakes
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Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour

6.Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,895 reviews · 9 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Leave central Dublin at 8:45 am for Glendalough’s monastic ruins, a Wicklow Valley walk, a Wicklow Gap photo stop, and three hours in Kilkenny. A live guide such as Pat, Teresa, Philip, or Jerry provides history and stories while a separate driver handles the roads. Expect walking, changing weather, and a return around 6 pm.

“Philip and Alec were wonderful hosts! We thoroughly enjoyed the trip, despite the bad weather, and Philip's commentary was insightful and entertaining. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a day out of Dublin city!”

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Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings - John Jameson and the old Dublin distillery
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Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings

7.Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,859 reviews · from $35

Tour Jameson Distillery Bow Street in Dublin with an English or French-speaking guide, learning about John Jameson, whiskey making, and the old distillery buildings. Taste three whiskeys side by side, then enjoy a Jameson cocktail. You can also add a live maturation warehouse visit and barrel tasting.

“Erin was an excellent guide. We really enjoyed our tour and tasting session. Would highly recommend.”

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Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins - Entering the former Bow St. distillery
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Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins

8.Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,690 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Spend 45 minutes at Jameson Distillery Bow St. learning how Irish whiskey is made, from ingredients to triple distillation. Your English-speaking guide leads the tour, followed by comparative tastings, a Jameson Ginger and Lime drink, and time at JJ’s Bar. Guides such as Alex, Nial, Nathan, Jack, and Finn have earned praise for lively presentations.

“Great experience although our guide had a very odd flourish and speech pattern (not an accent). Had to wonder if he drank too much of the product!”

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Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour - Dublin Castle from the outside
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Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

9.Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,825 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Start at Trinity College with timed entry to the Book of Kells, Long Room reimagined experience, 360 displays, and Gaia. Your English-speaking guide explains the manuscript before leading you through Dublin Castle’s courtyards and gardens, then on to Molly Malone. Guides including Dermot, Noel, Jimmy, Alan, Neil, and Fergus have been praised for warm, lively storytelling.

“Great tour, highly recommend if you’re looking for history. My tour guide was very pleasant and accommodating and knowledgeable..”

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Dublin to Belfast Titanic, Dunluce Castle & Giant's Causeway Tour - Titanic Belfast in two focused hours
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Dublin to Belfast Titanic, Dunluce Castle & Giant’s Causeway Tour

10.Dublin to Belfast Titanic, Dunluce Castle & Giant’s Causeway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,729 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend 13 hours traveling from Dublin to Belfast and the Antrim Coast. Visit Titanic Belfast, Dunluce Castle, and the Giant’s Causeway with a guide, coach transport, Wi-Fi, and entry fees included. Guides such as Una, Stephen, Maurice, and David are praised for local stories, music, and humor.

“Three memorable experiences are fitted in to one day. The journey to each place was so informative and entertaining. Passengers were really well looked after with frequent stop breaks and checks.”

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The Original Award Winning Wild Wicklow Tour incl. Glendalough - Killiney Hill opens the day with Dublin Bay
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The Original Award Winning Wild Wicklow Tour incl. Glendalough

11.The Original Award Winning Wild Wicklow Tour incl. Glendalough

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,446 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring Wicklow by small coach with guides such as Patrick, Ashley, John, or Anthony. Walk Killiney Hill, stop at Avoca, see Sally Gap and Lough Tay, visit Glendalough’s monastic site, and finish with a taste of Glendalough whiskey. Lunch is extra.

“Not a long drive and very informative. The Monastary was interesting and I like the many observation stops. It was a good experience just outside of Dublin.”

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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour - The Burren from the bus window
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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

12.Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,058 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about eight hours touring County Clare from Galway with guides such as John B, Shane, Gerry, or Seamus. See Dunguaire Castle, the Burren, Aillwee Cave, the Cliffs of Moher, and Doolin. Cave entry and lunch cost extra, while Cliffs admission and transport are included.

“Very lovely tours, i like that it was somewhat small .. we had enough time at every stop - our tour guide - Jerry was pretty cool . The pub at Doolin had the best food - really enjoyed it”

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The Little Museum of Dublin: Famous Guided Tour - Is $20 good value?
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The Little Museum of Dublin Famous Guided Tour

13.The Little Museum of Dublin Famous Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,948 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $21Best value

At Dublin’s Little Museum, a local guide such as George, Emma, Saul, or Pauline leads a lively English tour through donated city artifacts, Tara’s Palace dolls house, and U2 memorabilia. Plan on 30 minutes to an hour, with time afterward to browse. The small group is capped at 10, and advance booking holds your place without fixing a tour time.

“It was delightful ! Lisa was a remarkable tour guide — engaging, talented and very knowledgeable. ….”

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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour - Dunguaire Castle starts the sightseeing
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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

14.Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,815 reviews · from $57

Leave Galway at 9:30 AM with an English-speaking driver-guide for an eight-hour trip through the Burren to the Cliffs of Moher. You’ll see Dunguaire Castle, Corcomroe Abbey, Doolin, Fanore, and Black Head, with two hours at the cliffs. Guides such as Paddy, Des, Phil, and Gerry are known for lively stories and local insight.

“Amazing tour! Our guide was so great, teaching us a lot about the history of the area, and even teaching us some Irish! Would recommend 100%.”

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Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in Dublin - When to book, and which departure works best
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Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in Dublin

15.Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,791 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

You’ll tour Dublin aboard a restored front-engined double-decker bus while enjoying afternoon tea, warm scones, sandwiches, sweets, and hot drinks. The route takes in Trinity, Georgian Dublin, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, the Guinness Brewery area, and Phoenix Park. Hosts such as Orla, Aleks, Hannah, and Adam add light history and humor.

“Logan, our docent, did a great job telling us about important sites in Dublin. Liam, our driver, drove expertly. Our tea servers were friendly and attentive.”

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