15 Galway Tours from Dublin Worth a Day of Your Trip

1.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23,331 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Ride from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, with included visitor-centre entry, two hours at the cliffs, a route through the Burren and two hours in Galway. Expect an early start, a long coach day and live stories, history and sometimes music from your guide. Past guides have included David, Stephen, Eve and Daithi, but guide assignments vary.

“We had Julia as our guide and Billy as our driver they were absolutely fantastic! Julia was so knowledgeable and Billy was a great driver. We did have a hiccup and missed our bus back to Dublin from Galway but Wild Rover Tours went above and beyond for us we had left some belongings on the bus and someone from the company was able to actually bring us our items that had been left behind to our hotel! I will be recommending this company to anyone coming to Ireland and if I come back will definitely be using them again. Thank you again for working with us guys ☺️”

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

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

Ride west from Dublin by air-conditioned coach for two hours at the Cliffs of Moher, a stop in the Burren and two hours in Galway. Your English-speaking guide adds Irish history, local stories and, in Galway, a short optional walking orientation. Guides vary, with Aoife, Carol, Jim and Peter among the names who have led trips.

“Highlight of my trip, Julie was a gem! Loved the time spent at the Cliffs and Galway, the little facts along the way were the perfect addition. Would highly recommend.”

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3.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,924 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $94

Leave central Dublin at 6:45 am for a full-day coach trip to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Galway. Admission to the Cliffs visitor experience is included, and a guide shares Irish history, folklore and music along the way. Guides vary, with Aoife, Conor, Oli and Carol among those who have led trips. Expect long drives, coastal views and about 90 minutes or more in Galway.

“The landscapes were beautiful, even though it was very windy. I only wished Galway had been a longer stop.”

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4.Cliffs of Moher, Atlantic Edge & Galway City

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

Ride from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher for two hours, including premium entry to the Atlantic Edge visitor centre, then follow the Burren coast to Galway for a guided walk and free time. The 13-hour Wild Rover Tours trip includes transport, an English-speaking guide and live Irish music in Galway. Guides vary by departure.

“the tour was nice but definitely what made a difference was our guide Eve. She was wonderful and everything she explained was very interesting. Also she had one of those voices you could listen to all day long.”

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5.Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,755 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $96

Leave Dublin at 6:50 am by air-conditioned coach for the Cliffs of Moher, the limestone Burren and Galway. A driver-guide narrates the long westbound journey, with guides such as Kevin, Richard and Johnathon praised for their stories and humor. Cliff admission is included; lunch is at your own expense. Expect a full day, tight stop times and weather that can change the views.

“I can't fault the company but everyone needs to understand that Irealand weather is unpredictable and you wont always get what you paid for. In this case, we did not get to see the Cliffs due to some intense fog and rain. It was a bummer but not the tour companies fault. Everything else sort of paled in comparison but the stop in Galway was nice and the sun finally came out. Again, the tour guide tried to make the most of it but not being able to see the main attraction was a bit of a let down.”

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6.Cliffs of Moher and Galway Tour in Italian or Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,745 reviews · from $101

Travel from Dublin to Galway, then cross the stony Burren to the Cliffs of Moher on this 12-hour coach tour. You get 1.5 hours in Galway and two hours at the cliffs, with admission included. Your guide speaks Italian or Spanish; guides such as Giuseppe have shared anecdotes about Ireland along the way.

“cliffs and our guide. but Galway is worse than Ennis. thanks a lot.”

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7.Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,202 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $195

This 15-hour rail-and-coach trip leaves Dublin at 7 a.m. for Limerick, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Galway. Reserved train seats, admissions and a coach driver-guide are included. Meals cost extra. Guides such as Norman, Andrew and David have earned particular praise for their clear narration and care with the group.

“Very nice experience. The guy (Andrew) in charge of the group was very knowledgeable of the history of the places. I totally recommend it.”

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8.Connemara and Galway Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 446 reviews · from $85

Spend 12 hours traveling from Dublin into Connemara, with scenic stops and a seasonal visit to Glengowla Farm and Silver Mines or Cong village. In Galway, explore on your own or join a local walking tour. Guides such as Mark and Peter have led trips, but your guide is not guaranteed.

“This activity was on Paddywagon Tours. They did not have our names on their passenger list for this tour. We were kicked off this tour and they were working to try to get us onto another tour. We waited another hour and they were finally able to get us onto another tour.”

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

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

Leave central Dublin at 7:45 am for a 12-hour coach trip to Galway, the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher. You get free time in Galway, a lunch stop in Liscannor and about 90 minutes at the cliffs. Admission, onboard Wi-Fi and USB ports are included. Guides such as Alex, Shay and Dominic have led departures.

“Our driver and guide, Shay was excellent. He checked in with us often to be sure we were all okay. He let us know where we were headed all along the way and made sure we had appropriate restroom breaks. He had a lot of good knowledge to share and was quite warm and personable. Loved seeing the Cliffs of Moher, despite the cold and windy weather and had a very good pastry and chai at a local cafe in Galway. And we also bought some beautiful sweaters from a wonderful shop there as well. Would highly recommend this tour operated through Paddywagon. We will use them again.”

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10.Galway and Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 319 reviews · from $85

This 13-hour coach trip links Galway, the Burren Coastal Route, lunch in Liscannor and 1.5 hours at the Cliffs of Moher. An English-speaking driver-guide leads the day, with guides such as Brian, Seamus and JJ praised for clear commentary and humor. Transport, Wi-Fi and admission are included; meals are extra.

“Trip was very fun stopped about two hours each place and met some really cool people. Also stopped for lunch at this cool restaurant very yummy”

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11.3-Day Southern Ireland Tour Including Galway and Kerry from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $469

Travel from Dublin through Connemara, Galway, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and Kerry on a three-day coach tour with a driver-guide. Expect long road days, scenic photo stops, two nights’ accommodation and Wi-Fi listed onboard. Guides vary, with past departures led by people including Cash, Danny, Ian and Vincent.

“We had an amazing three day tour. Danny was great; fun, flexible, entertaining and super knowledgeable. Highly recommended.”

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12.Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 102 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $247

Leave Dublin by reserved-seat train, cross Ireland to Galway, then transfer to Connemara Airport for a short flight to Inis Mór. A local island tour stops at the Seven Churches, Dún Aonghasa and Kilronan, with time for lunch. The day ends with free time in Galway and a train back to Dublin.

“Beautiful scenery on a spectacular day. Dun Aengus Fort was a fun hike rich in history.”

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13.Connemara and Galway City Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 101 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Leave Dublin at 8:00 am for a long coach day through western Ireland. The planned route includes Cong, Glengowla’s historic mine and farm experience, scenic Connemara, and two hours to explore Galway on your own. Expect commentary from a driver-guide, changing weather and plenty of time on the road. Some departures have varied in their stops and return arrangements, so confirm the day’s plan.

“If you don't know the Galway Girl song yet, you will by the end of this tour. What beautiful countryside along the wild atlantic way! And if your tour guide pulls to the side of the road in the middle of nowhere to see who dares run across the rickety bridge, just do it - you will be sad to miss what is on the other side of the hill.”

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14.Galway and Kerry 3-Day Budget Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 66 reviews · from $441

Travel from Dublin to Galway, Connemara, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry with an English-speaking guide. The three-day trip includes transport, accommodation, breakfasts and entrance fees. Choose hostel accommodation or, for more privacy, a B&B or apartment-style option. Expect long drives, changing scenery and some free time in Killarney.

“It was a great trip and a convenient way to get a taste of the west coast. A little bit of mucking around on day 2 as we were picking up other people that was inconvenient. But the driver did well keeping us sorted. Overall well worthwhile”

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15.Cliffs of Moher & Galway Bay private tour or Galway city day trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.)

From Dublin, guide Eamonn takes your private group west through Galway Bay villages and County Clare to the Cliffs of Moher. Expect a long coastal day with a chocolate stop, lunch in Doolin, a short whiskey tasting, Irish music and history, and time for a cliff walk. Pickup is available from Dublin city accommodation.

“Wow - the skill of Eamon in leading this tour was second to none. He was prepared in every way possible. Every moment of the tour was thought out and executed to perfection. He quickly assessed the entire group's interests and personalities and made a huge effort to make sure everyone was included and engaged. I can't say enough good things about this tour - educational, insightful, engaging, entertaining - truly top-notch. The only downfall? Every tour we went on since has paled in comparison to the skill Eamon possesses as a guide for his native Ireland. For any future traveler - book this right now. You won't regret it.”

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