Top Things to Do in Western Ireland

We compared all 100 experiences in Western Ireland so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.9 100 experiences from € 14.50 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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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
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
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
Galway Dark History Walking Tour: Executions & Medieval Crimes
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Best value
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
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
Ebike tour Galway: 3 hours, all five neighbourhoods
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Travelers' pick
Ebike tour Galway: 3 hours, all five neighbourhoodsThree-hour electric bike tour of Galway with local guide, smart helmets, covering cathedral, Spanish Arch, Salthill Promenade, and bay views.
233 reviews
4.88★
Duration
2h 30m–3h
Next departure: 13 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 85per person
Connemara tour from Galway: Kylemore Abbey & sheepdog demo
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Travelers' pick
Connemara tour from Galway: Kylemore Abbey & sheepdog demoSmall-group day tour from Galway through Connemara with Kylemore Abbey, a working sheepdog demonstration, and photo stops across the region.
232 reviews
4.91★
Duration
7h 30m
Next departure: 8 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 115per person
Shed Distillery tour in rural Ireland: Whiskey and gin tasting
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Travelers' pick
Shed Distillery tour in rural Ireland: Whiskey and gin tastingTour the Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney in Leitrim with expert tasting of Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey and Gunpowder Irish Gin and Tonic.
212 reviews
4.90★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 21per person
Galway to Connemara: Day Trip with Hikes & Salthill Stop
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Galway to Connemara: Day Trip with Hikes & Salthill StopFeel the wild side of Ireland on a Galway to Connemara day trip, with hikes in the park, stories from your guide, and a stroll along Salthill Promenade. Includes transport.
211 reviews
4.75★
Duration
7h 30m
Every day except Tuesday
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 55per person
Clifden: Connemara Coastal Kayaking & Seal Colony
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Travelers' pick
Clifden: Connemara Coastal Kayaking & Seal ColonyKayak Connemara's white sand beaches and seal colony from Clifden with professional guide. Morning, afternoon or evening sessions. Wetsuits and safety briefing included.
207 reviews
4.90★
Duration
2h 30m
Next departure: 17 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 77per person
Galway to Connemara: Kylemore Abbey or Park Tour & Sky Road
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Travelers' pick
Galway to Connemara: Kylemore Abbey or Park Tour & Sky RoadFeel the wild spirit of Connemara on a day trip from Galway, with a 3-hour stop at Kylemore Abbey or National Park, guided stories, and Sky Road panoramas.
203 reviews
4.74★
Duration
9h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 50per person
Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher with Ferry & Cruise
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Travelers' pick
Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher with Ferry & CruiseFull-day tour from Galway to Inisheer and the Cliffs of Moher. Includes ferry crossing, 2 hours on the island, cruise beneath the cliffs, and visitor centre entry.
168 reviews
4.82★
Duration
10h
Next departure: 1 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 124per person
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
Westport Walking Tour: Georgian Streets & Local Pubs
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Westport Walking Tour: Georgian Streets & Local PubsWestport walking tour with local guide through Georgian streets, shops, artisan food outlets and music pubs. Small groups, wheelchair accessible, 2-3 hours.
136 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 29per person
Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway: 2 hours at the summit
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Travelers' pick
Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway: 2 hours at the summitCliffs of Moher day trip from Galway with driver guide, Dunguaire Castle, the Burren and Doolin pier. Entry ticket included. Lunch at own cost.
135 reviews
4.74★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfrom€ 85per person
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
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
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
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