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The 15 Best Galway Tours & Day Trips

84 tours  ·  from $10

Galway is a base more than a sight: the cliffs, Connemara and the Aran ferry all leave from it. The 15 below sort them by how far they go, what they cost and how early the coach pulls out of Eyre Square.

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour - Crossing the Burren’s strange limestone country
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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,058 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $60Our pick

Spend about eight hours touring County Clare from Galway with a local guide such as John B, Shane, Gerry, or Seamus. Visit Dunguaire Castle, the Burren, Aillwee Cave, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher, with transport, commentary, and cliff admission included.

“A phenomenal trip around County Clare. We had perfect weather for visibility from the Cliffs. (Yes, it’s cold, yes, it’s windy - yes, it’s Ireland in winter) The stops were lovely and our driver was amazing. He kept us on perfect time for each destination and his history lessons during the drives were entertaining and informative. I would highly recommend this tour of Cliffs of Moher and beyond.”

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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour - Dunguaire Castle and the edge of Galway Bay
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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

2.Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,815 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway through the Burren and along the Wild Atlantic Way to the Cliffs of Moher. Guides such as Paddy, Pat, Des, Phil, and Gerry share Irish history, folklore, geology, and Gaelic phrases. The day includes Dunguaire Castle, Doolin, coastal photo stops, and two hours at the cliffs.

“We saw so many wonderful sites. The guide was so friendly & knowledgeable. It was an amazing experience.”

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Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip - The road from Galway through Kinvara and the Burren
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Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip

3.Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,517 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101

Travel from Galway to Inisheer, the smallest Aran Island, then view the Cliffs of Moher from the water and their 700-foot summit. Your local guide, including guides such as Alan, Phil, or Pavel, handles the timing while you explore the island for two hours. Ferry travel depends on weather.

“This trip was the highlight of our entire trip - so well done!!! The tour guide Phil was the best tour guide we ever had, anywhere! And everyone was right....if you want to see the cliffs, you need to see from the water. 100 percent correct!!! We also stopped at the top of the cliffs and if that was my only viewing of them I would have been disappointed. The trip to the island was also wonderful. Highly recommend doing the horse/carriage little tour. It's only 15 euro per person but gives you a little tour around the island and drops you at the pub for a little lunch. Overall…”

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From Galway: Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise - Leaving Galway at 9 AM for Doolin
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From Galway: Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise

4.Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,283 reviews · from $91

Travel from Galway to Doolin, cross to Inis Oirr, then cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher before visiting their famous rim. Guides such as Dave and Tommy add local stories and steady driving on narrow roads. Bring a jacket, sturdy shoes, and money for lunch and island activities.

“A great day! Just wish we had more time at the top of the cliffs, one hr is not enough.”

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Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway - Starting near Eyre Square at 10am
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Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

5.Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,913 reviews · 8 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Leave Galway at 10am for a full day across the Burren, with stops at Dunguaire Castle, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Kilfenora, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher. Your local driver-guide handles the narrow roads, shares Irish stories, and includes cliff admission. Guides may include Tommy, Dave, Patrick, or Anthony.

“Tommy was fantastic! So full of knowledge but also so funny. I felt like i really got to enjoy the places we went without feeling rushed. Im glad my group and i decided on this tour as opposed to others”

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From Galway: Cliffs of Moher and The Burren Guided Day Trip - Leaving Galway for Kinvara and Dunguaire Castle
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From Galway: Cliffs of Moher and The Burren Guided Day Trip

6.Cliffs of Moher and The Burren Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,770 reviews · from $62

Travel from central Galway through Kinvara, The Burren, Kilfenora, Lisdoonvarna, and Doolin to the Cliffs of Moher. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Gary, Tommy, Anthony, or Patrick, adds Irish history, myths, and humor. Cliffs entry and bus transport are included, but lunch is not.

“gary is wonderful. this was our second time doing the tour with him, and i’d do it again!”

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From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour - Killary Harbour adds water and open space
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From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

7.Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,737 reviews · from $45

Travel from Galway through Connemara’s Inagh Valley, Kylemore Abbey, Killary Harbour, and Lough Nafooey before exploring Cong and its ancient abbey. Your English-speaking driver-guide, sometimes Mike or Tommy, adds local stories and keeps the day moving at a good value.

“I liked the whole trip. How it was planned and how it was executed. The guide was very funny and full of stories. I would definitely recommend the tour to anyone.”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,672 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Spend about 10.5 hours touring from Galway to Inisheer, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher by air-conditioned coach and ferry. Guides such as Tommy, Dave, and Patrick add Irish stories and music. Expect a full day, open-sea conditions, lots of walking, and no included lunch.

“Dave was fantastic! He was knowledgeable and told stories and music along the way. He was funny and considerate too! Really enjoyed the day. He had great advice as we went to certain places.”

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise - What you actually pay for at $68
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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

9.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,261 reviews · from $68

Sail from Galway City to Inis Mór, the largest Aran Island, and spend 4.5 hours exploring by bike, minibus, or on foot. An English audio guide adds context, while the return cruise passes beneath the Cliffs of Moher, An Branán Mór sea stack, and a Harry Potter film cave.

“The ferry to Inishmore was very comfortable with great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. On arrival at Inishmore, we caught a minibus driven by Patrick who took us to the highlights of the island. Patrick was very informative and had a great sense of humour. We stopped to climb up the hill to Dún Aonghasa. The views of the cliffs were fantastic. The ferry then went to the Cliffs of Moher. There was plenty of opportunity to take great photos with the ferry doing a 360⁰ so that everyone could see them. Highly recommended.Read more”

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Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway - Oughterard and the road west from Galway
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Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

10.Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,068 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Travel from Galway through Connemara by air-conditioned coach, stopping at Leenane, Killary Fjord, Kylemore Abbey, and Spiddal. Your driver-guide, such as Michael or Seamus, adds local stories along the way. Admission to Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Garden is included.

“Even on a rainy day, the experience was phenomenal, breathtaking, and every bit worth it. And thank you Michael from Lolly Tours for providing commentary and stops to compliment.”

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From Galway: Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour - Leenane and the first taste of the west
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From Galway: Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour

11.Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway with Lally Tours through Connemara’s mountains, lakes, bogs, and beaches. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Shane, Nicole, Sean, or Cathal, brings local stories and music to the ride. Entry to Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Gardens is included, with two hours to explore.

“I love the music playlist 🤣 the tour guide is friendly and informative!”

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip - Crossing the Burren’s limestone country
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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

12.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,039 reviews · from $85

Travel from Galway with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Alan, Phil, Gerry, or Damien. Visit Inisheer, cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher, and walk the cliff tops. The $85 price includes transport, ferries, the cruise when weather allows, and visitor-center entry.

“This was a fantastic day outing - we did luck out with the weather which enhanced the trip immeasurably because the vistas were spectacular and we were able to view the Cliffs of Moher from below (via ferry) and above (visitors center and trail). We were given almost 2 hours to explore the island of Inisheer and we chose to rent e-bikes which allowed us to cover a lot of ground without being rushed. Our guide, Gerry, was very knowledgeable with a great sense of humor and paced the trip perfectly. (There were a few other short stops for photo opportunities.)Read more”

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12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour - The road from Galway through the Burren
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12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour

13.12:00 Cliffs of Moher Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 724 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $66

Leave Galway at noon for the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and a 45-minute stop in Doolin. Your local driver-guide, such as Tommy, Lorraine, Derek, or David, provides Irish history and humor en route. The tour includes entry to the cliffs, a clean air-conditioned coach, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“We had an amazing time on our tour! Tommy was a fantastic driver and guide and kept us entertained. He was extremely knowledgable about the history of Ireland. The Cliffs were just beautiful and need to be experienced in person!!”

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From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Half-Day Express Trip - Meeting the Lally Tours coach in Galway
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From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Half-Day Express Trip

14.Cliffs of Moher Half-Day Express Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 698 reviews · 5 hours · from $59

Ride from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher with Lally Tours in about 90 minutes, then explore independently for roughly two hours. Your ticket includes coach transport and visitor-center admission, but no formal guide. Choose an 8am or noon departure, and bring sturdy shoes and rain gear.

“Really good option when you don't have a full day!”

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Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations - Finding the fort south of Poulnabrone
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Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations

15.Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 645 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

At Caherconnell in the Burren, a guided visit to the well-preserved stone fort leads into a lively sheepdog demonstration. Guides such as Sean, Ian, Pat, and Stephanie explain the site, while the shepherd shows how border collies respond to commands and work sheep. Covered seating, a cafe, and dog visits add practical appeal.

“The guided fort tour was informative and the guide made sure my daughter was engaged with his stories and jokes. We had excellent weather, but if you don’t, the herding demonstration was covered and enclosed on 3 sides. Add bonus, especially for younger kids, they let us pet the dogs at the end.”

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