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The 15 Best City Tours in Ireland

91 tours  ·  from $10

Dublin, Galway, Cork and Belfast, on foot, on a bike or from the top deck. These 15 are priced by length and grouped so you can tell a two-hour orientation from a full day.

From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour - The early road west and Barack Obama Plaza
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From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

1.Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18,888 reviews · from $89Our pick

Travel west from Dublin by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as Aoife, Chris, or Richard. See the Cliffs of Moher, cross the Burren, pass Dunguaire Castle, and spend two hours in Galway. It is a long but efficient day, with scenic roads, live commentary, and little time wasted.

“Gina, our guide, was absolutely wonderful! She was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Her sense of humor was 'craic'! Elizer, our driver, was also great. I would highly recommend this tour, especially if Gina is your guide!”

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Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Atlantic Edge & Galway City - The road west through Kildare, Limerick, and Clare
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Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Atlantic Edge & Galway City

2.Cliffs of Moher, Atlantic Edge & Galway City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,293 reviews · from $85

Leave Dublin early for the Cliffs of Moher, with two hours to walk the cliff paths and visit Atlantic Edge. Continue along the Burren Coast to Galway for a guided walk and free time. Guides such as Daniel, Eve, John, and Sarah bring Irish history and humor to the long scenic ride.

“It was amazing! Weather was great. Our guide and driver were so nice, I can't complain! I'd definitely recommend this trip to everybody:)”

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Dublin to Rock of Cashel, Cork City & Blarney Castle Guided Tour - The Rock of Cashel: the day’s best historical setting
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Dublin to Rock of Cashel, Cork City & Blarney Castle Guided Tour

3.Dublin to Rock of Cashel, Cork City & Blarney Castle Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,536 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $95

Leave Dublin at 8:00 a.m. for the Rock of Cashel, Cork, and Blarney Castle. Your driver-guide, such as Brian, Alex, Leo, or Michael, handles the long drive and shares Irish history along the way. You get castle gardens, Cork free time, the Blarney Stone, and return transport.

“Wow! Aiden with Paddywagon Tours was fabulous. He was so knowledgeable and really kept us engaged the entire trip. The Blarney Castle was outstanding and we had no line to kiss the stone. Rock of Cashel was stunning and we had a beautiful day for pictures. I’ve never experienced food markets like The English Market in Cork and it was amazing! I only wish we were staying longer so we could have purchased some fresh fruit and cheese from the market.”

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City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Whiskey and Guinness in the Liberties
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City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,416 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Ride an open-top double-decker around Dublin’s main sights, from Trinity College and Dublin Castle to Guinness, Phoenix Park, Smithfield, and Merrion Square. The full loop takes about two hours, buses run every 20 to 25 minutes, and your pass includes 24, 48, or 72 hours of unlimited rides.

“Easy to find location, great routes and main stops, right on time. The communication from Viator said we didn’t need paper tickets and that virtual tickets would work at all stops. Luckily, we went to the first stop and someone checked us in and gave us the paper tickets that apparently we needed. The other reviews made it sound like the guided tour was a live person, ours was a recording not at all entertaining but factual.”

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Dublin: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting at Fox House and learning the route
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Dublin: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

5.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 597 reviews · from $36

Use a 24, 48, or 72-hour City Sightseeing pass to reach Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse, Phoenix Park, Temple Bar, and more. Ride the full 105-minute loop for city views, or hop off at major sights. Live guides may include Andrew, Michael, or Aiden, with audio in eight languages.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the Dublin hop on/off bus. Saw lots of historical and famous landmarks which were clearly explained. Well worth the money and definitely recommend.”

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Go City: Dublin Pass | Save up to 50% - Includes 35+ Things To Do - Start with Big Bus Dublin
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Go City: Dublin Pass | Save up to 50% – Includes 35+ Things To Do

6.Go City: Dublin Pass | Save up to 50% – Includes 35+ Things To Do

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 557 reviews · 1 to 5 days (approx.) · from $94

Use a mobile Dublin Pass for one to five consecutive days and choose from major sights, whiskey tours, castles, museums, gardens, food walks, and more. Reserve Guinness Storehouse and Jameson in advance, then scan your phone for entry at participating attractions.

“Thee are many places listed on this pass that say you get entry to that are already FREE. It is very fraudulent advertising and very unethical. We went to the National Museum of Ireland (they have this listed as 2 places), both are already FREE. We also went to the National Gallery, entry there was already FREE. We also went to the National Print Museum--FREE entry for anyone. Other places that are FREE that they list as entry being covered by their pass: Irish Museum of Modern Art; Chester Beatty; National Botanical Gardens. I contacted "Customer Service" about this, and looking at the transcript, three of four people passed me…”

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Dublin City Center Walking Tour - Temple Bar: pubs, music, and the tourist center
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Dublin City Center Walking Tour

7.Dublin City Center Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 552 reviews Top rated

Spend about three hours walking central Dublin with guides such as Álvaro, Bea, or Mark. Hear stories of Vikings, Dublin Castle, Irish writers, pub culture, music, and Molly Malone, with practical advice on food and live music. The tour begins near Dorset Street and ends by the old Jameson distillery.

“Álvaro is an example of passionate person that enjoys his work sharing all his strong knowledge about the incredible history of Dublin and also touristic advice which he has collected over the years living here. We could neither have a better tour or guide, thanks a million to Alvaro. We will always recomend you. Best of luck 🍀”

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Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks - Seeing the Cliffs of Moher from sea level
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Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Leave Galway City Docks at 9:30 a.m. for Inishmore, the largest Aran Island, with about 4.5 hours to bike, walk, or tour independently. On the return, the ferry passes the Cliffs of Moher, sea stacks, a Harry Potter filming cave, and waters known for puffins, dolphins, seals, and basking sharks.

“Amazing day on the ferry to Inishmore! We were lucky enough to have smooth enough water. We had plenty of time in the island. Half of our party stayed in the port while the other half rented eBikes. Great experience, highly recommend.”

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Cliffs of Moher and Galway City Day Tour from Dublin - Two hours around Galway’s Eyre Square and Latin Quarter
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Cliffs of Moher and Galway City Day Tour from Dublin

9.Cliffs of Moher and Galway City Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 351 reviews · 12 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Travel from central Dublin to Galway, the Burren, Liscannor, and the Cliffs of Moher on a 12-hour coach tour. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, USB ports, and cliff admission are included. Guides such as Liam, Shay, Alex, Dominic, and Eduardo have led recent departures.

“Great vehicle and locations. The time allotment did not make sense. We had 40 minutes to buy food and eat. We spent quite a bit and had to walk away from our half eaten plates in order to make the bus time. The bus driver could be quite rude at times . he demanded everyone be quiet before he continue talking and would even say things like do you want me to share information or not. I highly recommend having a driver and a tour guide with these prices.”

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Boat Trip from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire - Commentary can make or break the hour
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Boat Trip from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire

10.Boat Trip from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 344 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Sail from Sir John Rogerson’s Quay to Dun Laoghaire in about an hour, passing Dublin Docklands, the Eastlink Bridge, Dublin Port, and Poolbeg Lighthouse. You’ll have indoor and outdoor seating, a snack bar, WiFi, and time to explore the East Pier before returning by DART.

“We really enjoyed the narrative part of the ride. We appreciate staff adjustments with our requests.”

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Galway: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Start at Eyre Square and follow Galway’s old center
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Galway: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

11.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 321 reviews · from $18

Use Galway’s open-top City Sightseeing bus to cover Eyre Square, the Spanish Arch, Salthill, Galway Cathedral, and Galway Bay. You get 13 stops, English commentary, and 24 or 48 hours to hop on and off. Drivers such as John and Jerry add helpful local tips, though buses can be 90 minutes apart.

“great way to get your bearings in the city and find new areas outside of the market area”

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Belfast: City Centre Beer Bike Tour - Starting at 44 Bedford Street
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Belfast: City Centre Beer Bike Tour

12.City Centre Beer Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 292 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Join a 7 to 16-person pedal bike at 44 Bedford Street and cruise Belfast city centre with an English-speaking guide and driver. Bring your own drinks or pre-order beer or prosecco. Guides such as Ron, Thomas, Mark, and James have helped keep the music, banter, and drink service moving.

“The overall experience is a must if you haven't got jelly legs after, you're doing it wrong hahaha”

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Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City - The first tasting at An Pucan
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Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

13.Walking and Tasting Tour of Galway City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Walk from Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch with guides such as Conor, Erin, John, Sean, and Barry. Choose a 3 p.m. route built around traditional tastings or a 6 p.m. pub-focused tour with contemporary Irish food, drinks, and four stops.

“Our guide, Conor, was very knowledgeable about Ireland. So, he had a lot of stories about Galway and surrounding areas.”

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Cork City Ramble - Meeting at 125 St Patrick’s Street
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Cork City Ramble

14.Cork City Ramble

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Meet your English-speaking guide at noon outside the Cork City Tourist Information Centre for a lively 75-minute walk through Cork. Hear stories of merchants, musicians, Huguenots, Nano Nagle, and Frederick Douglass before finishing at the English Market, with guides such as Noel and Mary bringing local color.

“Fun train ride with interesting facts about the city. We all really enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to friends and family!”

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Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket with GUIDEBOOK - Entering the gaol and getting your bearings
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Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket with GUIDEBOOK

15.Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket with GUIDEBOOK

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $16Best value

Walk through Cork City Gaol, a former prison brought to life with furnished cells, lifelike figures, sound effects, prisoner stories, and exhibits. Your ticket includes admission, a guidebook, and access to first-come guided tours every 30 minutes. Plan for cool interiors and uneven access in older areas.

“Very interesting to visit, lots of information & experiences. Enthusiastic staff, who know their stuff on the jail. Excellent guidebook, incredible stories from long gone by…!”

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