All Galway Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

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

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(1,875)

from USD 94

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

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(3,478)

from USD 76

Immerse yourself in the charming streets of Galway

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.

The Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

(561)

from USD 18

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway

(352)

from USD 82

5 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(348)

from USD 65

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

10 hoursFree Cancellation

The Dark History Tour of Galway City

(2,651)

from USD 99

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations

(238)

from USD 24

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

(762)

from USD 34

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.1

(168)

from USD 25

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.

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

7 hours 30 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.

(1,224)

from USD 76

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

4.2

(90)

from USD 47

Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,105)

from USD 47

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

1 dayFree Cancellation

Guided Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite

(157)

from USD 143

50 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(107)

from USD 30

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

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(384)

from USD 44

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

1 hour 20 minutesFree 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.

(283)

from USD 17

Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

A premium small-group experience for curious travellers who feel drawn to Ireland’s ancient Celtic roots. Step beyond ordinary sightseeing and into the magical world of ancient Ireland. This tour brings Ireland’s legendary past to life through captivating storytelling, hidden city corners, medieval streets and unforgettable local atmosphere. Explore Galway at an easy pace, with space to ask questions, soak in the atmosphere, and receive personalised recommendations tailored to your interests. Step into a world where faeries, druids and the Otherworld still feel close. Hear tales of warrior heroes, powerful goddesses, fairy folklore and the mysteries that shaped Irish culture for centuries. If you're searching for one of the most unique things to do in Galway, this is it.

(2,078)

from USD 65

Galway Celtic Mythology Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Delve into the haunting history of Galway on this captivating evening walking tour. Stroll through medieval streets as you uncover chilling tales of executions, ghostly apparitions, and local folklore. Begin at Lynch's Castle, where the powerful Tribes of Galway once ruled, and hear the dark tale of Mayor James Lynch Fitz Stephen. Explore Spanish Arch and the River Corrib, where legends of famine victims and lost sailors come alive. Visit Galway Cathedral and St Nicholas' Collegiate Church to learn about the city’s grim past before concluding at The King's Head Pub, with an option to enjoy a unique Blood Red Ale. - Evening walking tour through Galway’s medieval streets and haunted spots - Discover chilling stories of executions and ghost sightings - Visit historic sites including Lynch's Castle and Galway Cathedral - Optional upgrade to enjoy a unique Blood Red Ale at The King's Head Pub

(197)

from USD 26

Galway After Dark Tour: Ghosts, Legends, and the Blood Red Ale

Galway After Dark Tour: Ghosts, Legends, and the Blood Red Ale

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from USD 32

Enhance your experience of Ireland’s spectacular Cliffs of Moher on a full-day excursion from Galway. With a professional guide, travel to the quaint village of Doolin to enjoy chowder, chocolate and the colorful architecture of the enclave. Continue to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, 200-meter (700-foot) mounds that tower over the crashing Atlantic Sea, and spend some relaxed free time absorbing panoramic vistas. Return to Galway via the Wild Atlantic Way and gaze at scenes of outstanding natural beauty as you travel.

12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer. Clare. Guided. 3.5 hours.

(752)

from USD 65

Guided walk along the Cliffs of Moher County Clare Ireland with sea stacks

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience Gaelic Games in Galway

(127)

from USD 50

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(19)

from USD 58

The Irish Dance Experience in Galway, Ireland

Try your hand at traditional Irish dance, with a former Riverdancer leading the way! In this afternoon dance experience, learn how to perform dances like the ceili group dance and sean nós, the ‘old style’ of Irish dancing, as well as the internationally popular moves of the Riverdance. Learn about the history behind all these dances and their place in Irish culture from your teacher, an expert in the history and performance of Irish dance.

The Irish Dance Experience in Galway, Ireland

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(86)

from USD 37

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

(459)

from USD 71

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Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Lisa_C, Aug 2026

Superb customer service

Brian was our driver on this tour. He was funny and informative. He was also kind, understanding, and helpful with my son who was feeling a little car sick on the roads. The Abbey and the grounds were beautiful. We enjoyed the stops along the way as well.

Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

Isobel_G, Aug 2026

The perfect introduction to Galway’s food, pubs and history

If you only have time for one food experience in Galway, make it this one. Our guide was excellent. He was a genuine local with a great sense of humour, incredibly knowledgeable, and happy to answer all of my questions about Galway, Irish history, food and pub culture. It felt more like spending an afternoon with a local friend than being on a tour. The seafood chowder at Screene’s was outstanding and, without question, the best chowder I had during my stay in Galway. Rich, perfectly seasoned, packed with seafood and served with delicious homemade soda bread. I tried chowder elsewhere afterwards, but nothing matched it. I also loved tasting local craft beer that I probably would never have ordered on my own, visiting some of Galway’s beautiful historic pubs, and finishing with Murphy’s famous sea salt ice cream, which absolutely lived up to its reputation. The perfect finale was learning how to make a real Irish coffee ourselves. As a Swede, I grew up knowing and loving Irish coffee, so it was wonderful to finally learn how it’s properly made in Ireland. My only suggestion would be to give guests a printed or digital list of all the pubs, restaurants, beers and foods included on the tour. We visited so many wonderful places that I would have loved to revisit them later, but I couldn’t remember all the names. This tour gave me a much deeper appreciation of Galway’s food, history and pub culture. I left full, happy, and already planning where I wanted to return. Highly recommended.

Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

Lea_C, Aug 2026

An amazing experience!

The Cliffs of Moher were amazing! And the tour made them that much better. The drive alone is breathtaking — a marvelous display of Irish coastline. The additional stops were exciting and interesting to see. Dave was a fantastic tour guide. He was fun to listen to on the drive, pointing out additional facts as we traveled through The Burren and up to the Cliffs. This is a tour I would do again and again!

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

Gerladine_L, July 2026

Excellent driver

Our driver was excellent. If it were not for his great history of Ireland and his very nice and curious manner, we would have been somewhat disappointed. They had to switch the order of our tour, so the cliffs were done first and all we saw was fog. Had it been done in the correct order as previously planned, we would have had a spectacular view because it cleared as we were leaving! Not fair!

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

Steve_G, July 2026

I’d do it again.

Very nice day, nice ship, pleasant island. We spent a good amount of time to get there and back so we used it as a good day of rest other than the time on the island. Toilets were limited even while underway so be aware if you have issues. There were plenty of spots to eat and e-bikes to rent once we landed making the afternoon a lot of fun.

Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

Amy_H, July 2026

Book this now!

This was an AMAZING experience - definitely a highlight of our trip to Ireland. Initially, I wasn't sure about booking a private tour, but this experience was worth every penny and more. We saw SO much in one day - and we were so impressed with our driver and guide (Bogdan). He was knowledgeable, helpful, professional - and really tailored the tour to make sure we got the most out of it. He also was experienced and knew how to make sure we timed things so we weren't in crowds (which was nice) and he gave us such a great history lesson. Plus, he was patient and accommodating with lots of stops and great photos along the way.

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

shelly_b, July 2026

This tour was one of my...

This tour was one of my favorites! A lot of time was spent off the bus so the tour didn’t feel too long. The boat tour by the cliffs and then the visitor center above them allowed us to experience the cliffs both ways. We loved Inisheer and decided to walk around the island as opposed to renting bikes or taking a horse carriage. Our guide Dave was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We had a blast!

Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Tour with a 2 hour stop at Cliffs

Jonathan_P, July 2026

A wonderful day!

What a wonderful day! The tour includes many beautiful stops along the way witch plenty of time at each of them. The highlight is, without a doubt, the Cliffs of Moher and the 2 hours time period is absoluty perfect to enjoy the scenery and complete the hike. Gerry, our driver and tour guide, was phenomenal : cracking jokes and offering us plenty of facts about the land around Galway Bay. Thank you for the memories!

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

Jason_H, July 2026

Lovely

Alan was a very good tour guide. He kept referencing not wanting to tell too many stories, but I would have been happy if he’d kept telling them all day. Tips: If you intend to take a horse cart around Inisheer, bring some cash (~20EUR per person). Queue up early for the ferry to get a good spot on the boat for photos on the way back.

From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.

Margaret_B, July 2026

A lovely way to spend the day....

First of all, our driver, Mike was great! Full of information, humor but still low key. The drive was not as winding as I feared. I took a motion sickness pill before we went and I was fine. This is the only tour that gets to use the route we took!! It's exceptional! Mike called out history and information for all the villages,towns,lakes,etc we passed by. We had several photo stops. The landscape is gorgeous and ever changing. We had a 30 min stop in Clifden, which is a charming town. Beware! 30 minutes goes by faster than you think! Set an alarm for 25 min so you have time to get back to the bus! ( I admit, I was 1 and 3 min late back to the bus on both major stops, Mike was sweet about it, but a couple passengers threw daggers! Lol) I guess I was the Black Sheep of the bus! We went to Kylemore Abbey. It's a wonder! The view of the castle across the lake is the shot to beat! We had 3 hours there. Again, set your alarm for 2.5 hours to allow you time to get back to the bus. You are covering a lot of ground there! I'll keep details out so you can discover the beauty for yourself. All in all...this trip was well worth it! Highly recommend!!!

Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour

Megan_A, July 2026

You have to do this tour!

From go, this was such a great tour. Michael was our tour guide and he gave us so much great information. The views on the drive and in Connemara are just amazing. Michael made stops along the way for photo opportunities and to take it all in. Kylemore Abbey, the gardens and the entire location was beautiful. Pictures can’t really capture the true beauty, but we took many! Then Michael took us to meet Farmer Joe - what a nice guy! He did the sheep dog demonstration, which my family loved, and we also enjoyed his puppies and sheep! And the sheep - they are everywhere throughout the drive.. up on every hill. It’s a wonderful trip to take!

Independent Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip from Galway

SrikanthReddi_K, June 2026

This tours saves a lot of...

This tour saves a lot of travelling time when compared with the public transport. The coach driver pointed out important places along the way. The Cliffs and the natural beauty along the way are worth visiting for folks that come from large cities/towns. The time allowed by the operator at the Cliffs is more than sufficient to cover the entire area without rushing.