Top Ireland How to Get Around in 2026

Visiting the Dingle Peninsula can be challenging without a car or local knowledge—but this full-day tour from Limerick makes it effortless. Travel in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle while a local driver-guide handles the narrow coastal roads and shares insight into the area’s history and landscapes. Enjoy uninterrupted Atlantic views along Slea Head, Europe’s westernmost coastal drive, walk the sands of Inch Beach, and admire the Blasket Islands. The day also includes time in the colorful, Gaelic-speaking fishing village of Dingle.

Enjoy an active way to explore Dublin on this bike tour. In the morning, meet your guide in the city center; grab your bike, helmet, and a reflective vest; and set off on two wheels. You’ll see local landmarks ranging from the Samuel Beckett Bridge and the Oscar Wilde Memorial to Dublin Castle, and will learn about Dublin's history through the ages from your guide’s commentary.

Explore beyond the city of Galway with a full-day tour to Connemara National Park. Board a coach and set out on a scenic tour into the Irish countryside that includes popular landmarks like Killary Harbor and the charming village of Spiddal. Explore the hiking trails of Connemara National Park independently and at your own pace. Learn about local culture, music, history, and language during the drive.

Cross into Northern Ireland from Dublin to visit some of the region’s most impressive natural attractions. After driving from the Irish capital, enjoy a bracing stroll along County Antrim’s coastal paths, admiring the panoramic views, and stopping at the Dark Hedges. Visit UNESCO World Heritage–listed Giant's Causeway and gain insight into Northern Irish geology and folklore. Take winding coastal roads to Dunluce Castle, and spend an hour in Belfast, too.

Make a day of seeing Ireland’s famous Cliffs of Moher on this full-day tour from Dublin. Stop at the Aillwee Caves, the largest cave system in Ireland, for a guided tour on your way to the cliffs. Then, embark on a boat ride to witness the towering Cliffs of Moher from the ocean before heading back to land for a walk on top of the cliffs and entrance to the interpretive center.

The UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s most memorable sights, but many tours only make a short stop. This full-day tour from Galway includes two hours of free time to explore the cliffs, as well as visiting the dramatic landscapes of The Burren, and stopping at Discovery Points along the Wild Atlantic Way.

For those who crave a relaxing day away from the bustling city this Sunday afternoon pub crawl in the Dublin Mountains was made for you. Get a feel for Irish pub culture and the country’s beautiful scenery as you visit several pubs in this green and beautiful region. Have a few pints, tuck into some pub food, and listen to traditional Irish music before heading back to Dublin.

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.

On a County Wicklow day trip from Dublin, visit the Powerscourt Gardens and explore Wicklow Mountains National Park. Accompanied by a guide who provides informative commentary during the day, enjoy a scenic drive, stop in the Victorian village of Enniskerry, pass by the Guinness Estate and visit Glendalough, where you have time to walk around.

Get a fuller experience of Killarney than would be possible with a single form of transportation on this combination tour by boat and jaunting car. Sail across Lough Lein in a glass-covered boat then hop aboard a jaunting car to travel through Killarney National Park, to places inaccessible by motor vehicle.

Experience the thrill of observing whales and dolphins on this 4-hour cruise around Dingle Bay. Marvel over the startling coastal scenery as you drive along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, then hop aboard for a memorable cruise around the bay. Glide past Slea Head, the westernmost point of Europe, then cruise out to the Blasket Islands and look out for humpbacks whales, dolphins, seals, basking sharks and puffins.

Take a Dublin rail tour to Blarney Castle, the medieval stronghold of southern Ireland. On this historical and cultural day trip, you’ll course through Ireland by train and coach, enjoying views of the lush countryside on your way to tour the castle grounds and plant a kiss on the Blarney Stone. Then take a city tour of Cork and visit the Queenstown Story Heritage Center in Cobh, Ireland’s largest emigration port.

Leave Dublin behind on a full-day journey to Ireland’s rugged west coast—no need to tackle the roads or plan a route yourself. Travel comfortably onboard an air-conditioned vehicle as you learn about Irish history and culture. Enjoy a visit to the Cliffs of Moher with time to explore the clifftop paths and visitor facilities at your own pace, then continue along part of the Wild Atlantic Way with a weather-permitting stop in the Burren to admire its distinctive limestone landscape. In Galway City, choose between a guided walk or free time to experience the city’s lively atmosphere.

Admire the scenic splendor of Ireland's southeast region on a full-day tour to Kilkenny and House of Waterford from Dublin. Relish the romance of traveling by train to Kilkenny, an artistic town famed for its medieval history, and take a guided tour on arrival. Discover the esteemed crystal factory located in Waterford City and conclude with a picturesque train ride back to Dublin through the beautiful countryside of the Suir Valley. Gain valuable insight into the culture and history of the Irish region from your expert guide.

Discover the best of Dublin, and check off its most-important landmarks, in just one day on a private driving tour that is tailor-made for you. With a guide and private vehicle, you can choose to visit the sights that interest you most, including highlights such as the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and more. Choose to disembark and get a closer look where and when you wish, and hear insider stories from your guide.

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.

Customize your own itinerary and discover Southwest Ireland’s natural beauty on a private Ring of Kerry tour from Killarney. Follow your guide along cliffside or mountain hiking routes, visit pretty towns and villages, and discover top local attractions including the Torc Waterfall and the enormous Kerry Cliffs. The sites and activities can be customized in consultation with your guide. Private transportation is included so you don’t have to self-drive.

Maximize your time on land in Ireland on a full-day shore excursion. From Cork Harbour, travel through the Irish countryside to the 13th-century Blarney Castle. Kiss the world-renowned Blarney Stone for good luck, if you like. Return to Cork for a coach tour of the city’s sights; visit the charming town of Kinsale, and make a brief stop in Cobh, famous as the departure point of the Titanic.

Known for its bounty of seafood, bars, restaurants and, importantly, beer, the historic fishing village of Howth is perched right on the Irish Sea. On this half-day, small-group tour, you'll make the most of its charms, and see parts of the area most visitors miss. Discover the rich Norman and Viking history of medieval Ireland, visit Howth's highlight landmarks, and pair your sightseeing with a seafood feast and local craft beers.

Relax while you’re in Ireland with this private tour of Wicklow and Glendalough, including private, round-trip transport from Dublin. Take a scenic drive through Wicklow Mountains National Park, and make stops at Lough Tay, the Guinness estate, plus, you can choose to visit the Powerscourt Gardens (own expense). Then end your day with time in Glendalough, where you can see St. Kevin’s monastery.

Explore Ireland beyond the hustle and bustle of Dublin's city center with a half-day bus trip along the coast to the fishing village of Howth. Admire views along the coast during the drive to Howth before setting out on a guided walk along the sea cliffs. Then relax with free time to explore the village at your leisure. Return transportation to Dublin is included for extra convenience.

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.

Marvel at the mighty Cliffs of Moher and the wild landscape of the Burren—and leave the transit to someone else for hassle-free logistics—on this full-day coach tour from Cork. Enjoy dramatic views along the Atlantic coast as you stand atop the 702-foot- (214-meter)-high sea cliffs, then walk the vast karst plain of the Burren. Plus pay a visit to Ireland’s 2014 City of Culture, Limerick, and pose for photos at Bunratty Castle.

Discover the art of Irish storytelling on this mythology and folklore walking tour of Dublin. You’ll hear stories that have changed Irish History and shaped the nation. Your guide will show you just how rich the storytelling culture is in Ireland while you walk through Temple Bar, near River Liffey, Grattan Bridge, St Michael’s Church, and much more. Enjoy this experience with a group of max 25 guests.