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★4.9 74 experiences from € 14.50 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Galway: Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle
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Galway: Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire CastleFull-day tour from Galway through the Burren to the Cliffs of Moher, Dunguaire Castle and Aillwee Cave, with a lunch stop in Doolin and a local driver-guide.
3,701 reviews
4.92★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 65per person
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Trip from Galway
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★Top rated
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Trip from GalwayFull-day Cliffs of Moher tour from Galway with the Burren, Poulnabrone Dolmen and Dunguaire Castle. Professional guide and Cliffs entrance fee included.
2,176 reviews
4.86★
Duration
8h 15m
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 55per person
Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Cruise Day Tour
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Best value
Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Cruise Day TourFull-day tour from Galway to Inisheer island and Cliffs of Moher with boat cruise beneath the cliffs, ferry included, entry to visitor centre, and local guide. Around 8 hours.
2,748 reviews
4.80★
Duration
10h
Next departure: 1 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 84per person

Recommended (7)

Galway to Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher: Ferry, Castle & Cruise
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Travelers' pick
Galway to Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher: Ferry, Castle & Cruise
2,018 reviews
4.88★
Duration
10h 30m
from€ 90per person
Connemara Day Trip from Galway: Kylemore Abbey and Leenane
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Travelers' pick
Connemara Day Trip from Galway: Kylemore Abbey and Leenane
1,282 reviews
4.79★
Duration
7h 30m
from€ 65per person
Connemara tour from Galway: Kylemore Abbey & Cong
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Travelers' pick
Connemara tour from Galway: Kylemore Abbey & Cong
1,152 reviews
4.75★
Duration
8h
from€ 45per person
Burren: Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Show with Daily Demos
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Burren: Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Show with Daily Demos
854 reviews
4.92★
Duration
1h–2h
from€ 29per person
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Trip from Galway with Doolin Lunch Stop
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Travelers' pick
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Trip from Galway with Doolin Lunch Stop
772 reviews
4.90★
Duration
7h
from€ 60per person
Galway Food Tour: Tastings Through City Streets
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Galway Food Tour: Tastings Through City Streets
682 reviews
4.91★
Duration
2h 30m
from€ 90per person
Galway Walking Tour: Spanish Arch & Local Stories
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Travelers' pick
Galway Walking Tour: Spanish Arch & Local Stories
649 reviews
4.87★
Duration
1h 15m
from€ 15per person

Top rated (10)

Aran Islands E-Bike Tour Inisheer: Castles & Local Tea
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Travelers' pick
Aran Islands E-Bike Tour Inisheer: Castles & Local TeaPrivate e-bike tour of Inisheer from Galway with ferry, 2-hour guided ride past ancient ruins and shipwrecks, plus tea and scones with a local islander.
128 reviews
4.98★
Duration
8h–9h
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 150per person
Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Galway & Doolin
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Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Galway & Doolin5-mile hike from Galway to Cliffs of Moher with local guide, small group (max 8), includes visitor center entry & transport. 3-4 hours hiking, 7 hours total.
114 reviews
4.98★
Duration
8h–9h
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 89per person
Galway: Private Walking Tour with Medieval Landmarks & Local Stories
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Galway: Private Walking Tour with Medieval Landmarks & Local StoriesFeel Galway’s heartbeat on a private walking tour: explore the Spanish Arch, Galway Cathedral, and lively laneways with a local guide, plus tips for food stops.
110 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
21
Live guide EN · ITFree cancellationfrom€ 135€ 122per person
Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin & Small Group
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Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin & Small GroupHike the Cliffs of Moher from Doolin on a 5-mile guided route with fewer crowds. Small groups, 3.5 hours, English-speaking guide, transport included back to town.
417 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h–4h
Next departure: 15 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 34per person
Inisheer bike tour: 2-hour island ride with tea & scones
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Inisheer bike tour: 2-hour island ride with tea & sconesBike tour of Inisheer from Doolin with ferry, guide, bike rental and home-baked scones: a 5-hour day trip where the guide handles the ferry queue.
270 reviews
4.97★
Duration
5h
Next departure: 28 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 125per person
Galway: Micil Distillery Gin, Poitín & Whiskey Tasting
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Galway: Micil Distillery Gin, Poitín & Whiskey TastingMicil Distillery in Galway offers guided tastings of poitín, whiskey and gin. Ireland's only working distillery, family-run since the 1800s, includes tour and gift shop.
306 reviews
4.96★
Duration
1h
Fri–Sun
12:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 25per person
Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour: Burren, Dolmen & Castle
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Travelers' pick
Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour: Burren, Dolmen & CastlePrivate guided day tour from your hotel to the Cliffs of Moher, Poulnabrone Dolmen and Dunguaire Castle.
265 reviews
4.95★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfrom€ 575per group
Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer: 214m sea cliffs
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Cliffs of Moher walk with local farmer: 214m sea cliffsWalk the Cliffs of Moher with a local farmer and historian along a gravel path to the peak, with taxi back to Doolin village included. Children welcome.
144 reviews
4.95★
Duration
3h 30m
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 47per person
Kilcolgan baking class: Hands-on scones & bread making
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Kilcolgan baking class: Hands-on scones & bread makingBake scones and brown bread at a home kitchen in Kilcolgan near Galway, using seasonal fruit and herbs from the garden.
247 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
start times · Tue–Sat
2
Free cancellationfrom€ 75per person
Celtic Mythology Tour Galway: Druids, Faeries & Bay Views
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Travelers' pick
Celtic Mythology Tour Galway: Druids, Faeries & Bay ViewsSmall-group Celtic mythology tour in Galway's medieval streets, Spanish Arch, Claddagh Quay with local tales of druids and faeries.
246 reviews
4.94★
Duration
1h 30m
Every day
14:00
Free cancellationfrom€ 30per person

Lowest price (10)

Galway Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & Lynch Family Murder Tales
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Travelers' pick
Galway Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & Lynch Family Murder TalesWalking tour of Galway's medieval backstreets with local guide Neil. Includes Spanish Arch, Claddagh rings, river walk, and Lynch Family murder story. Wheelchair accessible.
317 reviews
4.88★
Duration
1h 20m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 14.50per person
Galway Dark History Walking Tour: Executions & Medieval Crimes
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Travelers' pick
Galway Dark History Walking Tour: Executions & Medieval Crimes90-minute evening walking tour through Galway's dark history: executions, witchcraft, famine, and murders. Starts Eyre Square, includes cathedral history. Wheelchair accessible.
256 reviews
4.75★
Duration
1h 30m
Every day
18:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 20per person
Galway City Walking Tour: Spanish Arch & Lynch Castle
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Galway City Walking Tour: Spanish Arch & Lynch CastleTour Galway's medieval streets with a local guide. Visit the Spanish Arch, Lynch Castle, and Claddagh village. Learn about Knights Templars and the Lynch family. Wheelchair accessible.
101 reviews
4.91★
Duration
1h 30m
Every dayLive guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 20per person
Cong: Quiet Man Film Walking Tour & Museum Entry
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Cong: Quiet Man Film Walking Tour & Museum EntryStep into Cong’s movie history with a walking tour of The Quiet Man film locations, museum entry, and a chance to dress up for fun photos. Includes accessible stroll.
96 reviews
4.88★
Duration
1h
Next departure: 2 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 25per person
Doolin Cave: Europe's Largest Stalactite & Underground Tour
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Doolin Cave: Europe's Largest Stalactite & Underground TourDescend 70m into Doolin Cave to see Europe's 7.3m stalactite. Guided tour with hard hat, expert guide, parking and eco trail access included.
117 reviews
4.59★
Duration
50m
start times · Every day
7
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 26per person
Galway Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & Local Spots
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Galway Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & Local Spots90-minute walking tour of Galway's medieval streets with a local guide, covering the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square, St. Nicholas Church and hidden neighborhoods most tours skip.
67 reviews
4.96★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Mon–Sat
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 30per person
Galway walking tour in Spanish: Myths and medieval streets
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Galway walking tour in Spanish: Myths and medieval streetsSmall-group walking tour of Galway in Spanish with a live guide who tells the city's stories the traditional Irish way, mythology, medieval history.
69 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h 20m–1h 40m
Wed–Sat
11:30
Live guide ESFree cancellationfrom€ 30per person
Galway: Irish Dance Workshop with Riverdance Dancers
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Galway: Irish Dance Workshop with Riverdance DancersTry Irish dancing in Galway city with real Riverdance performers. Experience three dance styles, friendly local guidance, and a fun group workshop, includes all instruction.
97 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h 30m
Next departure: 13 Mar 2027Free cancellationfrom€ 31per person
Galway: Trad on the Prom Irish Music & Dance Show Tickets
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Travelers' pick
Galway: Trad on the Prom Irish Music & Dance Show TicketsFeel the pulse of Galway’s Trad on the Prom: live Irish music, champion dancers, and local legends. Doors open at 8pm, with accessible seating and easy booking.
424 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2h
Next departure: 9 May 2027Free cancellationfrom€ 37per person
Connemara Tour from Galway: 3-Hour National Park or Abbey
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Travelers' pick
Connemara Tour from Galway: 3-Hour National Park or AbbeyGuided Connemara day tour from Galway with a 3-hour main stop at either Connemara National Park or Kylemore Abbey: drive the Sky Road, walk Clifden.
617 reviews
4.77★
Duration
9h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 50per person
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Galway at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05

  • Most booked: Galway: Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle, € 65 (8h, 4.92★ · 3,701).
  • Top rated: Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Trip from Galway, € 55 (8h 15m, 4.86★ · 2,176).
  • Best value: Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Cruise Day Tour, € 84 (10h, 4.80★ · 2,748).

Of the 74 experiences: 74 with free cancellation, 69 with instant confirmation, 18 with hotel pickup and 55 bookable last-minute.

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