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The 15 Best Private Tours in Ireland

200 tours  ·  from $28

Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

The Dublin Private Walking Tour - Trinity College and the Molly Malone story
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The Dublin Private Walking Tour

1.The Dublin Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 701 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163Our pick

Walk central Dublin with a private guide from Travelling Ireland, often Pasquale, Conor, Sharon, or Seamus. Over about three hours, you’ll see Temple Bar, Trinity College, Grafton Street, St. Stephen’s Green, Leinster House, and Oscar Wilde’s memorial while learning about Irish music, politics, famine, folklore, and daily life.

“It felt like walking with an old friend with vast knowledge of the area. We hit all the talking points and made an unexpected stop to visit a swan! Great way to get acclimated to the city”

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Private Dublin Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation - Flight delays, late-night arrivals, and the 45-minute rule
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Private Dublin Arrival Transfer – Airport to Hotel / Accommodation

2.Private Dublin Arrival Transfer – Airport to Hotel / Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 304 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Book a private, one-way ride from Dublin Airport to your accommodation. A driver meets you in the arrivals hall, handles your luggage, and takes up to eight people in an air-conditioned vehicle. Drivers such as Victor, AnnaBella, and Brian have added useful Dublin tips, though pickup communication can be uneven.

“The instructions only allowed 20 minutes after our flight arrived to meet our driver, which is insufficient to get off the plane, retrieve luggage and get to the meeting point outside the baggage area. While waiting for our luggage, both the driver and the company called my cell to see where we were. The driver actually met us at the curb rather than inside. He was excellent and explained the various traffic signals and rules of the road for when we picked up a rental car.”

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Private (Nearly!) All of Dublin in 5 hours (Walking Tour) - Dublin Castle and the medieval center
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Private (Nearly!) All of Dublin in 5 hours (Walking Tour)

3.Private (Nearly!) All of Dublin in 5 hours (Walking Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $296

Walk central Dublin with an Irish guide such as John, Eamon, Carl, or Brendan, linking Trinity College, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, the GPO, and more. Your guide can tailor the route, add the Book of Kells or National Museum, and adjust the pace for your group.

“Eamon is a fantastic guide! He made the entire day colorful and fun. We hit all the hot spots and some local secret holes.”

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Dingle Peninsula Four Hour Private Tour - Beehive huts and a baby lamb add local character
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Dingle Peninsula Four Hour Private Tour

4.Dingle Peninsula Four Hour Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Travel the Slea Head Drive with a private guide such as Colm, Karen, Des, or Rory. You’ll see Conor Pass, Coumeenoole Beach, Dunquin Pier, Gallarus Oratory, and the Blasket Islands, with time for beehive huts and a baby lamb. Transport, local stories, and hotel pickup options make this a relaxed half-day outing.

“Our favorite part of our trip to Ireland so far! We had a fantastic morning with Colm as our guide. He was so friendly, informative and took us to all the best spots. Unbelievable scenery and lots of laughter ! My second time doing a Dingle Slea head private tour and I’d do it again and again! Thank you , Colm! My husband, 3 children and myself had the BEST time ! A definite must if you’re visiting Dingle !”

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Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour - Dunguaire Castle on Galway Bay
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Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

5.Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide such as Fergus, Hugo, Owen, or DC, traveling from Galway through Kinvara, the Burren, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher. You can adjust the stops, linger at the cliffs, and ride in comfort with bottled water.

“This is by far the best private tour experience we have had in Ireland. Would highly recommend this tour!!!!”

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Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney - Torc Waterfall and Ladies’ View set the tone
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Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney

6.Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 188 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $360

Travel privately from Killarney around the Ring of Kerry with guides Peter, Piotr, Tony, Kris, or Chris. Expect a flexible six-to-eight-hour day with Torc Waterfall, Ladies’ View, Kenmare, Kerry Cliffs, Valentia Island, ancient forts, and optional local stops.

“Tony’s charm and stories. We laughed our entire day🤗. Tony is a very good driver. We felt very secure riding with him. “You know what I mean!” A constant expression of his. We would highly recommend your company.”

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Cliffs of Moher Private Award Winning Luxury Mercedes Car Tour - Hazel Mountain Chocolates adds a tasty rural pause
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Cliffs of Moher Private Award Winning Luxury Mercedes Car Tour

7.Cliffs of Moher Private Award Winning Luxury Mercedes Car Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.)

Travel from Dublin in a private Mercedes with guides such as Dragos, Taufeeq, John, or Yang Zhao. Shape the day around the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, castles, sheepdogs, chocolate, Galway, and local food. Expect 8 to 12 hours, hotel pickup, and a polished but personal touring style.

“The entire day! Hazel Mountain Chocolate factory, Cliffs of Moher, Le Hinch lunch and surf watching, beautiful countryside, and The Burren. Wonderful driver and guide, Yang Zhao, and amazing comfortable Mercedes van. Best day of our stay!!”

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Dublin Private Custom Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems - Trinity College, the Book of Kells, and Grafton Street
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Dublin Private Custom Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

8.Dublin Private Custom Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $84

Meet a Dublin host such as Ian, José Luis, or Wilbur for a private two to five-hour walking tour shaped by your interests. Explore central sights, literary landmarks, cathedral gardens, pubs, food stops, or local shopping, with pickup possible from a central hotel.

“Interesting managed to fit in many sites both well known churches and other areas of interest............”

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Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour - Trinity College: ten minutes of Dublin’s academic face
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Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

9.Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $135

Explore central Dublin with a private local guide, often including Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and Christ Church Cathedral. Guides such as Eamon, Keelan, Derek, and Rauri tailor the route to your interests, add personal stories, and may include a local drink or tasting.

“Derek was an excellent guide whose political and historical knowledge was outstanding. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings - Vice Coffee Inc and the Irish coffee lesson
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Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings

10.Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Explore central Dublin with a private guide, stopping at cafés, bakeries, pubs, restaurants, and shops for eight Irish food tastings. Make Irish coffee, try Flaggy Shore oysters, sample stew and soda bread, and finish with Irish ice cream. Karen is one guide who brings local Dublin insight.

“Wonderful tour guide. He was so much fun and knew so much about the history of Dublin. A lot of delicious food samplings!”

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Dublin Private Walking Food Tour With Locals with 10 Tastings - Ruairi, Mydie, and Carl shape the experience
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Dublin Private Walking Food Tour With Locals with 10 Tastings

11.Dublin Private Walking Food Tour With Locals with 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 130 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $243

Spend about three hours walking central Dublin with a private local guide such as Ruairi, Mydie, or Carl. You will try 10 food and drink tastings, visit friendly local stops, and pass Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and Christ Church Cathedral. Vegetarian and some dietary alternatives are available.

“Fantastic tour with insightful and fun guide. Who went to great lengths to accommodate my gluten free diet. I’d highly recommend booking with Ruairi!”

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Killarney: Killarney National Park Private Tour - Finding Deenagh Lodge beside St. Mary’s Cathedral
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Killarney: Killarney National Park Private Tour

12.Killarney National Park Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 111 reviews · from $48

Meet your guide at Deenagh Lodge by St. Mary’s Cathedral and ride a private jaunting car through Killarney National Park. Guides such as Damien, Martin, Liam, and Jason share local stories as you pass Ross Castle, Lough Leane, Innishfallon, wildlife, and views toward Carrauntoohil.

“In spite of a little rain we were still accomodated with some last minute changes. Martin was a wonderful guide who was so personal, informative and entertaining! We loved the extra effort made to compensate for an orange level rainy day in Killarney!! Thank you!”

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Private Dublin Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to Airport - What the Ride Is Like
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Private Dublin Departure Transfer – Hotel / Accommodation to Airport

13.Private Dublin Departure Transfer – Hotel / Accommodation to Airport

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 106 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Book a prepaid, one-way transfer from your Dublin hotel or private address to Dublin Airport. Your driver meets you at the lobby, with service available around the clock. Vehicles are intended for groups of one to eight, though larger parties may receive two cars, so confirm luggage and vehicle arrangements before departure.

“I enjoyed the drive back to Dublin airport from my hotel. The driver, Kevin, was on time to pick me up. We discussed many things regarding the places that I visited while in Ireland. He also gave me some ideas for doing a genealogy search of my Irish ancestors, as well. Finally, he also pointed out this funny sign at a pub that we passed!”

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Dublin: Private City Tour in German - Starting at your hotel or chosen meeting place
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Dublin: Private City Tour in German

14.Private City Tour in German

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 103 reviews

Choose a private German-language Dublin tour shaped around your interests, from Irish literature and architecture to darker local stories. Your guide can meet you at your hotel and lead a relaxed three-hour visit through the city center, Docklands, Dun Laoghaire, Howth, or other chosen areas. Guides include Jakob, Noel, and Sam Ford.

“Many thanx for the perfect tour to interesting places. Perfect Job of our Guide Noel (written like that?).”

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PRIVATE Dublin Kickstart Tour With a Local PRIVATE Guide - The Optional Route: Trinity College, Molly Malone, and St. Stephen’s Green
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PRIVATE Dublin Kickstart Tour With a Local PRIVATE Guide

15.PRIVATE Dublin Kickstart Tour With a Local PRIVATE Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $28Best value

Start in central Dublin with a private local guide such as Helena, Eamon, Ben, or Ruairi. In 90 minutes, you may see Temple Bar, Christ Church Cathedral, Trinity College, Molly Malone, or St. Stephen’s Green, with stories and practical tips shaped around your interests.

“David was an amazing tour guide. He was on time, engaged, very friendly, energetic, and genuinely loves Dublin. He squeezed in as many sights and knowledge as he could in the walking timeframe allowed. While also giving us recommendations along the way for restaurants Read more”

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