Top Ireland Archaeology Tours

Learn about Waterford City’s history, heritage, and archaeology during this small-group walking tour. Explore the city on foot to see top landmarks including the House of Waterford Crystal, Reginald’s Tower, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Clock Tower. Hear stories about Waterford’s Viking history and wander through the 10th-century Viking quarter. Maximize time in Waterford City with a guided stroll.

Many Cork travelers visit the Blarney Stone on a day trip, but they might miss out on its history and skip other things to do nearby. This guided tour covers it all, giving you the lowdown on the stone and its “gift of the gab” powers to those who kiss it, a visit to Blarney village, and entry to the 15th-century Blarney Castle and Gardens, too.

Travelers that want to explore West Kerry Gaeltacht typically need to rent a car and plan an itinerary, which means that you're worried about driving rather than enjoying the sights. Leave the driving to your guide on this small-group tour that's perfect for seeing the best of West Kerry's bucolic beauty. Highlights include views of the Blasket Islands, a stroll on Coumeenole Beach, and even the chance to hold a baby lamb.

Immerse yourself in 800 years of Irish history with a tour of the Medieval Mile Museum in Kilkenny. Explore a 13th century church and graveyard with a local guide who shares stories about knights, princesses, the Black Death, and the Ten Tribes of Kilkenny. Learn about recent discoveries by archaeologists and take a stroll through a spooky graveyard.

Immerse yourself in the culture, history, music, and architecture of the Dingle Peninsula on this private tour. You'll enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary; you can focus on parts of the landscape and history that interest you. The peninsula is known for its epic scenery, and since this tour includes all transportation, you'll be able to take it all instead of driving or directions.

Explore Ireland’s beautiful Burren region and discover top natural landmarks, including the Cliffs of Moher, with ease on this day tour from Galway. Travel through the Burren’s rugged landscapes without having to tackle the winding roads yourself and discover the 16th-century Dunguaire Castle and Aillwee Cave. Explore walking trails on top of the mighty Cliffs of Moher at your leisure and enjoy panoramic views over the coastal scenery.

Discover Dublin’s history and culture on a guided walking tour. Visit Trinity College, see the Book of Kells, explore the spectacular Long Room Library, and visit the National Museum of Ireland passing the Irish Parliament (Dáil Éireann) and Bram Stokers Dublin abode as well as the Lord Mayors Mansion House Residence on the way.

Pedal as little or as much as you like on this electric bike tour of the Burren. Travel at your own pace through the stunning scenery with the help of a map to point out the can't-miss landmarks, such as Poulnabrone Dolmen, an ancient ring fort, and other local gems. This self-guided tour is perfect for independent travelers who want to make their own way.

Discover the best of Dublin in just one day with this tour that takes you to top Dublin attractions and provides time-saving skip-the-line admission. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Gardens, as well as Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, and enjoy a pint at the city's number one attraction, the Guinness Storehouse.

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.

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!

Discover a thriving Irish tradition in a historic place with admission to Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations. Pre-booking tickets to the sheepdog demonstrations is a convenient way to take care of planning in advance. That means you can use your travel time for exploring the historic ring fort and watching the highly trained sheepdogs perform.

Make the most of your time in Dublin by joining this group tour, where you’ll learn about the city’s history, visit its landmarks, and follow your local guide to make sure you don’t miss anything. Plus, you hear stories of the places you visit from your guide, which is much more lively than if you were on a self-guided tour. Make sure your cameras are charged for chances to photograph famous sights along the way.

Discover the rich history and mythology of Ireland on a captivating journey through its ancient sites. Explore the 5,000-year-old Newgrange Passage Tomb, a remarkable example of prehistoric engineering aligned with the winter solstice. Visit the Hill of Tara, where ancient kings were crowned, and walk at the Hill of Slane, where St. Patrick ignited the flame of Christianity. This guided tour immerses you in the spiritual and cultural heritage of Ireland, offering a unique insight into its past. Ideal for history buffs, archaeology enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to Ireland's natural beauty. • Visit the Newgrange Passage Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site • Explore the Hill of Tara, a significant ancient royal site • Walk the historic grounds of the Hill of Slane, where St. Patrick preached • Gain expert insights from knowledgeable guides throughout the tour Tickets need to be booked 30 days in advance to gain entrance into Newgrange Passage Tomb to avoid disappointment.

The Dingle Peninsula is one of the world's most picturesque locations. Make the most of this magnificent setting by hiring our acclaimed tour guides to highlight it. We have been the proud recipients of TripAdvisor's Travellers's Choice Award for the last 3 years. With Mossie and Helen as your guides, you can take in the breathtaking scenery and fascinating archaeological and historical sites throughout the Dingle Peninsula in comfort. Join us as we commemorate more than 6,000 years of history, culture, spirituality, music, and song.

Visiting Newgrange independently from Dublin can be a hassle if traveling by public transportation, but this private day tour makes visiting effortless. After a private pickup, head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange, with stops at the Monasterboice Monastic Site, and Trim Castle. Best of all, you have a private guide with you throughout to get you up to speed on the history and make sure you don’t miss any highlights

The experience combines compelling storytelling with key historic landmarks across Dublin city centre. This immersive 2.5-hour guided walking tour offers the most accessible and engaging introduction to Irish history available in Dublin. Beginning at Christ Church Cathedral, guests are introduced to ancient Celtic Ireland. The journey continues through Viking Dublin along the River Liffey, before exploring Anglo-Norman and medieval Ireland at Dublin Castle. Moving into the political heart of the city, guests learn about the Irish Parliament and the loss of Irish self-rule. Crossing to O’Connell Street, the tour reaches its emotional high point at the GPO, where Ireland’s revolutionary struggle, the Easter Rising, and the birth of the modern Irish state are explained in clear historical context. The experience then returns south through Trinity College, highlighting education, power, and cultural identity, before concluding at the National Museum of Ireland.

Experience the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren National Park your way with an accredited National Tour Guide in the comfort of a limousine. Explore the Cliffs and the Burren region at your own pace without the rush. There is so much to see for the independent traveller, you'll discover the history and culture of my region on this private day tour. Expect castles, stunning vistas, prehistoric remains, folklore and storytelling at every turn on this full day adventure from Galway.

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!

Discover the best of Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula as you embark on a full-day excursion from the city of Dingle. Alongside a private guide, hit a number of archeological, cultural, and natural landmarks over the course of the day. Take in the views of the Atlantic from the cliffs, visit Irish-speaking villages, see ancient monastic sites, and much more.

Do Dublin your way with this customizable private tour of the city. There’s no need to waste time studying maps or waiting for public transport with a guide to drive you around. As a history graduate and genealogist, your guide can also share information on Dublin’s history and heritage, as well as its most interesting sights, from St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the Ha'penny Bridge.

Explore the wild Burren on two wheels without breaking a sweat on this half-day, small-group electric bicycle tour. With an e-bike, you can control how much you work as you visit a dolmen, an Iron Age ring fort, and historic churches without a bus window between you and the sights. You'll get access to parts of the Burren most visitors never reach and learn about the area through guided commentary.

Fitting Ireland’s historic towns and rural traditions into one day can be difficult without a car or local insight, but this guided tour from Dublin makes it seamless. Travel by luxury to visit Kilkenny and the grounds of its castle, then continue to the 6th-century monastic settlement of Glendalough in Wicklow Mountains National Park. Finally, enjoy a stop at a working sheep farm to watch border collies in action. With transport, timing, and commentary handled for you, the tour offers a well-paced way to experience a varied side of Ireland in a single day.