Top Ireland Cultural Tours

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.

Join this tour to discover some of Dublin’s secret spots on a tour hosted by a local interested in Irish history. This small, intimate group tour takes you on a lighthearted exploration of the city where you learn about culture, art, music, and more. Visit places you most likely won’t find on your own, and also get treated to a few snacks along the way.

Dublin’s music and pub culture is legendary, but finding authentic traditional music spots, away from the tourist hot spots can be time-consuming. This guided pub crawl removes the guesswork, leading you to off-the-beaten-path venues with live Irish music and drinks along the way. Enjoy local insight into Irish culture and have a lot of fun along the way too. Note that no food is included or available, so plan to eat beforehand.

We love Dublin and we love showing people around Dublin; the city who's long and illustrious story we are proud to be part of. Each of us is an actor, a writer, a musician or an artist of some description, offering a unique account of our beloved city, its people, its history and its stories. We will show you some of the absolute ‘must sees’ in Dublin, like Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral and Trinity College, and also some of the city’s forgotten corners and hidden gems; always from our own unique perspective, with an insight and knowledge we feel we’re uniquely placed to give you.

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.

Experience the mighty Cliffs of Moher, a UNESCO World Heritage site, from both land and sea on this full-day tour from Galway. Marvel at the scenery along the Wild Atlantic Way; cruise out to Inisheer, one of the Aran Islands; then hike along the cliff-tops and enjoy spectacular views across the Atlantic.

Get your bearings and uncover a side to Waterford you might otherwise miss on this historical walking tour of the city —covering everything from the Viking to the Victorian era. Follow your guide through the ancient Irish city, and learn 1,000 years of history. Pass by several national monuments, including Bishop’s Palace, Thomas Francis Meagher’s 33 The Mall, Reginald's Tower, and Greyfriars, a medieval Franciscan friary. Gain insight into Ireland’s storied past and learn of the invasions, battles, and victories that shaped the country. Admire archaeological treasures from past centuries and trace Ireland’s architecture through the generations.

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.

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.

Discover many of Kilkenny’s best-known landmarks—and listen to your guide’s rousing tales from the city’s long history—on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and set off right from Kilkenny Castle. As you explore the narrow, centuries-old streets, you’ll discover city highlights like the Tholsel, Rothe House, and more—and will hear stories about witches, medieval life, and local legends.

Learn the history and stories behind traditional Irish music in a fun and informative way during this Dublin Traditional Irish Musical Pub Crawl, led by two professional musicians. Your guides, who are with you the entire tour, perform songs and instrumental Irish Jigs and Reels. This Dublin experience is more like a moving concert, than a drinking pub crawl. Along with a lot of audience participation, you’ll enjoy an interactive evening of Irish music.

Enjoy a totally personalized and private tour of Dublin. Upon booking, you’ll liaise with your guide and share your preferences; the resulting tour itinerary will be fully bespoke, and will include only the sights and activities you’re interested in. Plan a whole-city tour of Dublin, discover one of its smaller neighborhoods, or plan an itinerary around one of your hobbies. Led by a local resident, you’ll receive insider tips, and well get well off the typical tourist path.

Enjoy traveling hassle-free around the scenic Ring of Kerry on this full-day tour. While you sit back and focus on the scenery and snapping frame-worthy photos, your guide/driver takes you around Ireland's famous County Kerry, from Killarney National Park to Waterville Beach and beyond. You'll drive the Skellig Ring, catch the salt from the Wild Atlantic Way, and have a day experiencing the best of the Emerald Isle.

Discover the best of Cork and Tipperary, without the hassle of driving, on this day tour from Dublin. Visit the area's highlights, including the Rock of Cashel and Blarney Castle and Gardens, with your guide, and enjoy free time to explore Cork at leisure. and follow in time-honored tradition by kissing the Blarney Stone. Top off the trip with tax-free shopping in the Blarney Woolen Mills before returning to Dublin.

Capture the wild spirit of the Ring of Kerry on an exhilarating full-day tour of the region’s natural highlights from Cork. Travel through the magical landscapes of Kerry and visit an array of quaint villages, blissful beaches, and sweeping valleys. Admire the colorful houses and ancient traditions of Sneem Village; absorb the coastal splendor of Dingle Bay; and gaze at magnificent views of mountains, lakes, and valleys in Killarney National Park. Receive an interesting introduction to the history and culture of Ireland from your expert guide on this enriching tour.

Immerse yourself in the period of Ireland's revolutionary history on this guided walking tour. At the start of the tour, visitors receive a copy of the 1916 Proclamation and explanatory information before setting out to visit the sites of this period, including City Hall and Dublin Castle. The tour also covers the War of Independence, as well as the Irish Civil War.

Discover the beauty and culture of County Clare with a half-day guided walk led by a local farmer. Go for a stroll along the region’s famous sea cliffs and learn about the history and folklore of this corner of Ireland. Admire views of local landmarks including the Aran Islands, the Dingle Peninsula, and the Twelve Bens of Connemara during this walk in the countryside.

Book this hassle-free small-group tour to see some of the best of West Ireland, where all your transport, guides, and logistics are all taken care of for you. You have several activities in this tour, including a trip to Aughnanure Castle, spending time in Connemara and its surrounding villages, and a chance to watch a sheepdog demonstration.

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.

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.

A small-group experience for curious travellers drawn to Ireland’s ancient Celtic roots. Explore Galway at an easy pace, with time to ask questions, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy personalised recommendations for the rest of your trip, tailored to your interests. Step into a city where the Otherworld still feels close. As we walk, you’ll hear Irish storytelling in its natural habitat: myths and legends woven into real places—whispers carried by the river, echoes in medieval stone, and memories that cling to old walls. Meet the Gods and Goddesses behind the lore, trace the symbols locals still recognise, and see how Galway’s living folklore sits right alongside its creative, modern spirit. You’ll finish not just having “seen” Galway, but feeling why it’s vibrant, rebellious and unlike anywhere else in Ireland: full of stories, characters, and traditions that are still very much alive.

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.

Explore Kilkenny, the medieval capital of Ireland, on this comprehensive 2-hour walking tour. Admire historic landmarks including Kilkenny Castle, St. Canice's Cathedral, and the Black Abbey; stroll down the Medieval Mile and learn all about the city’s fascinating history from your certified guide; and discover the local neighborhoods that many travelers miss.