All Galway Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(3,315)

from $71

Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

Explore the Wild Atlantic Way without the hassle of organizing logistics or renting a car, thanks to this full-day tour. Venture out from Galway onboard a coach, and admire the scenery as you travel through the limestone landscape of the Burren to the village of Doolin. There, take the express ferry to Inisheer, the smallest and most traditional of the Aran Islands. Discover a 10th-century castle ruin, a sunken church, a shipwreck, and a peaceful beach, with the option to explore on foot, by bike, or pony and trap (own expense). Afterward, the ferry continues beneath the towering Cliffs of Moher for a unique vantage point from on the water, before returning to Doolin. Choose whether to tuck into a traditional Irish pub meal (own expense), before heading the top of the cliffs to catch sweeping Atlantic views.

Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Galway city with a local guide, who will make sure you see all the famous landmarks in town, but show you some hidden ones you may not find if you were on a self-guided tour. Wear comfortable shoes, since you’ll be covering a bit of ground as you travel between points of interest. Start in Eyre Square, learn about the Browne Doorway, check out statues, castles, churches, and much more along the way.

(1,763)

from $94

Immerse yourself in the charming streets of Galway

The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a day of independent exploration on Inishmore, one of the scenic Aran Islands off Ireland's western coast, when you book round-trip ferry tickets. Depart in the morning from the village of Rossaveel in Connemara (or reserve separate shuttle transport from Galway to the ferry terminal), and enjoy scenic views and full bar service on the ferry journey. Upon arrival, spend your day at leisure before your return ferry in the evening.

(494)

from $18

Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.1

(87)

from $47

Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover top Connemara attractions without having to drive through the distracting landscape on a handy day trip from Galway. Your guide sheds light on the region’s rich heritage and spectacular natural scenery along the way. Admire views over the Twelve Pins mountains and enjoy free time in Leenane Village. Check out Killary Fjord and Kylemore Abbey, and stop in the Irish-speaking village of Spiddal, before returning to Galway.

(321)

from $83

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Galway to Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Tour & Cliffs Cruise

(1,145)

from $71

10 hoursFree Cancellation

The Dark History Tour of Galway City

(2,571)

from $99

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway

(216)

from $24

5 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(324)

from $65

Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,068)

from $47

Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread

While visiting Galway County, opt to spend some time away from sightseeing on the city’s popular coast with this Irish homemade baking scones and bread class. You’ll meet in a local’s home to learn how to bake Irish favorites from scratch. Your guide takes the time to teach you how to bake from a provided recipe, as you learn about Ireland’s baking practices of the past and present.

Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Marvel at the natural majesty of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Cliffs of Moher on a full-day trip from Galway. Travel south by luxury coach and pass through quaint fishing villages such as Doolin and Kinvara. Admire the ancient fortress of Dunguaire Castle; get acquainted with the Burren, a limestone landscape reminiscent of the moon; and spend two hours of free time walking the trails surrounding the colossal Cliffs of Moher.

(221)

from $89

Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

(2,010)

from $65

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.0

(147)

from $25

Hear the legend of the Lynch family as you make your way through Galway, and decide what you think is really behind the murder the family is linked to. Wander around the city’s backstreets, hearing stories from your guide. Learn about the city, too, and let your guide recommend restaurants and pubs for you to try after your tour finishes. You might make new friends on this small-group tour, too.

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

Guided Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite

(252)

from $17

50 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(104)

from $30

Cruising along the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland's biggest domestic passenger ferries (passenger capacity of up to 400)

Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(435)

from $71

Trad on the Prom - Ireland's #1 Music, Song & Dance Experience

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour

(358)

from $44

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Micil Distillery Experience 2 - Gin, Poitín and Whiskey

(140)

from $124

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(289)

from $30

Galway Food Tours

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations

(620)

from $106

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group - Cliffs Cruise and Aran Islands in a Day from Galway

(703)

from $34

Puffins!! They're plentiful between May-Aug each year...

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(390)

from $148

Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.

1 dayFree Cancellation

Take a walking tour of Medieval Galway with an experienced regional guide and member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. See the remnants of the medieval period in Galway and learn about the city's past. Meet your guide at the Browne Doorway in Eyre Square where they will take you on an exciting tour to discover the city walls, Lynch's Memorial Window, the story of the Claddagh ring, Hall of the Red Earl, and much more. Hear how the 14 Tribes took control of Galway from the de Burgo's and made it one of the most important trading hubs along the western seaboard during the medieval period.

(145)

from $144

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Medieval Galway Tour

5.0

(15)

from $24

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Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway

Laura_C, May 2026

Excellent tour!

Mike was a great tour guide and an excellent bus driver - driving a large bus on some of those very small roads is no small feat! He was personable and engaging and knew quite a lot about the area, even sharing a few personal stories about his family. He had great recommendations for how to get the most of our the tour - we really appreciated the insights, especially at Kylemore Abbey. I'd highly recommend this tour!

Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

Lisa_P, May 2026

Breathtaking!

It was one of the best tours that I’ve ever experienced! Tommy was an excellent tour guide and bus driver. Tommy was so knowledgeable about Galway, the Aran Islands, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren…the entire area. The beauty of this area is stunning! This is an extraordinary experience?

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

Brittany_R, May 2026

Great whole day trip!

We had an amazing time with Seamus on our tour May 25th. We had such good weather that we actually needed sun cream! Seamus was knowledgeable, funny, and kept us engaged the whole trip. He managed to answer all of our questions before we even asked them. It was a very long day and you definitely get your moneys worth so be prepared to be gone for 8 hours.

Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

Linda_R, May 2026

Perfect Irish trip!

It was an amazing day. Our guide Tommy Dixon shared a lot of Irish history with us. We stopped in a little village for lunch. They were prepared for us so food was served quickly and was delicious. The Cliffs were amazing as well as the other sites we stopped at. Highly recommend.

Galway to Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Tour & Cliffs Cruise

Maggie_P, May 2026

Island adventure

Definitely take the horse and buggy ride to the ship wreck as soon as you arrive, not the later one to get back to the boat a little early to ensure a better seat for the Cliffs of Moher — there will be at least 3 other buses full of people on the ferry. TIP the buggy guide and offer to buy them a drink at the shipwreck. The crab sandwich at the shipwreck amazing! Get food take away instead of eating at the restaurant so you can get back to the ferry as soon as possible.

Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour

Sharon_W, May 2026

One of the best tours to take from Galway

Torch’s was out driver and tour guide for this amazing experience and she was wonderful. This is an all day trip and is so worth it. Kylemore Abbey and the gardens was so beautiful, as was the drive through the mountains and fjord. But the highlight was the Joyce sheepdog farm with lambs and puppies. Then we stoped in Cong to see where the movie The Quiet Man took place. It’s a long day but I can’t recommend this tour enough. And definitely ask for Sorcha. She is a fabulous driver and wonderful tour guide. This tour was a highlight of our trip to Ireland!

Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

Karen_M, May 2026

Family Trip Highlight

We had such a wonderful day on our private Cliffs of Moher tour with Bogdan. He was funny, informative, kind, accommodating, and never made us feel rushed. Some of our favorite parts were visiting Newtown Castle, the beautiful countryside views, the chocolate, the sheep herding demonstration, the Cliffs of Moher, and all the little coastal stops and drives along the way that we never would have found on our own. We also loved meeting Pablo at the natural spring!🫏 As others have said, the private car tour was completely worth it. It ended up being one of the highlights of our trip.

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Kevin_C, May 2026

Seamus was a great tour...

Seamus was a great tour guide, giving lots of historical background as well as plenty of personal anecdotes as we travelled between stops during the tour through Connemara. While there was a schedule, the tour didn't feel particularly rushed, so we were able to take in each stop at a reasonable pace. Definitely would recommend!

Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

Dan_S, May 2026

Five stars: spectacular cliffs, perfect weather, and an easy day from Galway

Five stars: spectacular cliffs, perfect weather, and an easy day from Galway We took this Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher day cruise on 9 May 2026 and had perfect weather, which made the experience even more memorable. Blue sky, bright sun, and enough breeze to remind us we were off the west coast of Ireland. The ferry ride itself was a highlight. The boat made a relatively close, slow pass by the Cliffs of Moher, giving us plenty of time to take photos and really appreciate the scale of the cliffs from the water. It was awesome and did not feel rushed. On Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands, there were plenty of sightseeing options. We chose to walk to the Black Fort and back, and we were so glad we did. The Black Fort felt like a hidden gem, with dramatic ocean views and an unforgettable landscape of limestone rock. On the way back, we still had time for lunch at Bayview Restaurant and sweater shopping at Aran Sweater Market, which made the island visit feel relaxed instead of hurried. This was a terrific full-day experience from Galway: scenic, well-paced, and especially memorable if you get lucky with the weather.

Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.

Amy_K, May 2026

A full day of beautiful sights

We had an amazing day on this tour. First starting out with our wonderful guide Pawel who was funny and informative all throughout the journey. The ride on the countryside and then getting to hop on a ferry and explore the smallest Aren island, then explore the cliffs from below and then above. It was all amazing! Highly recommend!

Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway

Hannah_H, Oct 2025

Worth It!

Loved this experience and it was well worth the price (which was very reasonable). You get on a smaller bus which I prefer. It was clean and the driver was talented at navigating the narrow roads. We felt totally safe on our trek to and from the cliffs. The tour guide/driver provides a little of detail of the surrounding areas on the way there and clearly outlines expectations with timing and safety at the cliffs. Plenty of time to view the cliffs, the stores and enjoy yourself. Loved this half day trip!