Top Ireland Sightseeing Tours

Discover the highlights of Ireland's oldest national park—and enjoy a one-of-a-kind way to explore—on this private horse and carriage tour. Pick from multiple departure times throughout the day, meet your guide at St. Mary's Cathedral in Killarney, and hop aboard. During your tour, you'll see lakes and mountains, will explore routes that are closed to cars, and can even go for a tour of the 15th-century Ross Castle (additional expense).

Maximize your time in Ireland’s capital with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Discover Dublin’s most notable sights, and listen to in-depth commentary as you cruise around the capital. Whenever a landmark captures your attention, simply disembark to explore further; see attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green and then simply rejoin your bus tour at a time and stop that suits your schedule.

Planning a full day to Ireland’s west coast can be time-consuming, but this guided tour from Dublin simplifies the experience by handling transport and must-see stops. Travel by luxury coach to the Cliffs of Moher with time to walk the cliff paths and visit the on-site visitor center, then continue with scheduled stops along the coast, including the Burren and Galway City.

Make the most of your time in Galway city by booking this group tour, where your guide shows you the most important landmarks, plus some you wouldn't find on a self-guided tour. Besides sightseeing, you also try some local food and beverages. Your Irish storyteller of a guide fills you in on the history and culture of Galway as you walk through this beautiful city.

Discover Cork City at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour. Stroll through the Rebel City with an audio tour leading the way and see popular landmarks including the River Lee, Lapp’s Quay, and Nano Nagle Bridge. Learn about city history and culture as you walk by Peace Park and the South Mall. Start, pause, and stop the audio guide at your leisure. If you love the freedom of independent travel and the structure of a group tour, you’ll enjoy this self-guided walking tour of Cork. With an audio-guide that you download directly to your device, you can go at your own pace while learning more about Cork and its history. Pass by landmarks and highlights, including Lapp’s Quay, the Peace Park, South Gate Bridge, and more.

Explore Dublin at your own pace with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour offering access to 25 major stops, including the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green. Choose from 24-, 48-, or 72-hour passes, with live or audio commentary to enrich your experience. Enjoy added perks like a walking tour and a panoramic night tour with select ticket options.

This is a great boat tour for anyone who wants a taste of Dingle from the water. On this tour you will experience amazing views of Dingle Cliffs and you will learn plenty of local history from your tour guides.

Experience the beauty, history, and culture of Dublin during this popular hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day tickets and follow the route that highlights the best of the Emerald Isle's capital city. Discover historic buildings, iconic sites, ancient landmarks, and vibrant nightlife at your own pace and enjoy free extras. With multiple stops along the way—including the Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Temple Bar, and the Irish Whiskey Museum—this popular option ensures you don't miss a thing.

Explore Ireland's natural beauty on this tour, visiting Inisheer and the Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy free time on Inisheer Island, take a boat ride beneath the Cliffs of Moher, and visit the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre. See stunning landscapes, including The Burren and Dunguaire Castle, all in one unforgettable day.

The Ring of Kerry is one of Ireland’s most popular sightseeing routes, but with so many tours to choose from it can be hard to know which is best. This full-day Ring of Kerry coach tour is run by one of the longest-running and award-winning operators, so you can be sure to check off all the highlights, including the Killarney National Park, Dingle Bay, Molls Gap, and Sneem.

Explore Killarney National Park the traditional way, by horse and carriage, which is known locally as a “Killarney jaunting car.” You’ll ride in the carriage with woollen blankets to keep you warm on cooler days, and enjoy a scenic route around the Muckross Park Estate to the historic Muckross Abbey. Even better: The experience is private, so you’ll ride with just your personal group.

See some of the best of Dublin on this group tour, where your guide takes you to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, and much more that you might not find on a self-guided tour. Get your cameras ready to take photos at the Molly Malone Statue, and enjoy skip-the-line entry to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The tour is available in English and Spanish.

Float down the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin with this scenic cruise. Learn about Irish history from a local guide, covering topics from the Vikings to recent political history. See city landmarks including the Ha’penny Bridge and the Custom House from a new perspective and check out the recent redevelopment of Dublin’s Docklands neighborhood.

Skip the roads, and take a ferry cruise from Galway to see the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands, instead. As you travel by ferry, you’ll get unobstructed views of the coastline that’s known as the Wild Atlantic Way before you dock at Inishmore. Make the most of ample free time to explore, then head back to Galway, passing the UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher along the way.

Dublin is rife with history and culture, and this walking tour helps you to uncover the best landmarks. With a private guide, walk through the cobblestone streets of the city and stop at various points of interest, including Temple Bar, Ha’penny Bridge, Trinity College, and the Molly Malone statue. While you explore, your guide sheds light on the history of each location. Upgrade your tour to include an extra hour of exploring, an Irish coffee masterclass, or a pour-your-pint experience.

Maximize your time in Galway with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket. Explore the city at your own pace, hopping off at more than 13 stops to visit landmarks like Eyre Square, Spanish Arch, and Salthill Promenade. Use the bus as often as you like during your ticket period for flexible sightseeing.

Design your own ideal (and cost-efficient) tour of Dublin’s top things to do and see with the Go Dublin Pass and visit attractions such as Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery Bow St., and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. Choose from digital passes that ranges from one to five days, and get ready to visit brew houses, museums, castles, and cathedrals, and even explore the city at your leisure on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus sightseeing tour. With free entry to more than 35 attractions around town, the Go Dublin Pass offers something for the whole family.

Have your shore excursions arranged in advance when you arrive in Dublin's port; you'll save time scrambling for activities once you step off the ship. This tour includes a 24-hour pass for a hop-on hop-off bus, which covers more than 30 stops around the city. You can hop off to explore at your leisure at locations such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, Jameson Distillery Bow Street, Kilmainham Gaol, and the Guinness Storehouse. You'll also have access to a highlights of Dublin walking tour.

Sightsee Dublin's top attractions with a pass that lets you explore at your own pace and saves you money on admission. The Dublin Explorer Pass by Go City lets you choose your favorite 3, 4, 5 or 7 attractions from a list of over 25, and visit them over a course of 30 days. Discover the secrets of Ireland's beloved beer with a visit to the Guinness storehouse, hop on and off a Big Bus Dublin City tour for a day, explore Dublin's many historic landmarks including Dublin Castle, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christ Church Cathedral, and much more. Your Explorer Pass is fully digital and comes with a digital guidebook to help plan your itinerary. Display it on your mobile device or print your pass and take it with you. Simply show it at the gate for scanning and you're in! Please note: some attractions may need advanced reservations before you visit. Check for instructions on the digital guide.

Get up close and personal with some of the Dingle Peninsula’s most spectacular, dramatic scenery—and enjoy a thrilling way to travel—on this rigid inflatable boat tour. Pick from multiple tour times, meet at the Dingle departure point, slide on your waterproof gear, and set off with just a small group for company. You can admire the rugged coastline; see the Blasket Islands; glimpse wildlife like whales, dolphins, and puffins; and more.

Explore Ireland on this full-day Cliffs of Moher and Galway tour from Dublin. Travel into rural Ireland by air-conditioned coach with your guide and enjoy panoramic views over the Emerald Isle’s spectacular countryside. Journey along the Wild Atlantic Way to the Cliffs of Moher where you can explore for a couple of hours. After a brief stop at Burren National Park, visit Galway to explore the cobblestoned streets and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Avoid the crowds and explore Irish history in peace on this Book of Kells and Dublin Castle exterior tour. Visit the Trinity College Library, home to the famous Book of Kells—widely considered among the most important of all Ireland’s ancient treasures. Listen as your guide brings medieval Ireland to life, shedding light on the Book of Kells’ profound historical significance. Afterward, enjoy a guided walking tour around Dublin Castle’s mighty exterior. Visit the gardens and yards, and learn of the castle’s role as court, fortress, treasury, and jail.

Keep your eyes peeled for guillemots, puffins, seals and more as you cruise the water in the Dublin Bay Biosphere near Howth. This small-group, hassle-free tour takes you from Howth pier along the coastal cliffs, where your captain tells stories about the history of the peninsula while Irish music plays in the background. Get your cameras ready for wild photos of the Howth Cliffs and Ireland's Eye.