4 Half-Day Tours in Dublin, Compared

1.Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,791 reviews · from $37Our pick

Ride from central Dublin through Wicklow with an English-speaking guide, passing Sugar Loaf Mountain and Roundwood village. At Glendalough, you get at least 90 minutes to explore the lakeside monastery ruins, woodland paths, and waterfall area. The afternoon trip costs $37 per person; guide names vary, and past guides have included Alex, Richard, Jerry, Terry, Eduardo, and Dommick.

“Richard was an amazing tour guide!! The trip was so fun and informative! Absolutely recommend this tour but specifically with Richard!!!”

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2.Half-Day Guided Coastal Tour to Howth Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,331 reviews · from $45

Ride from central Dublin to Howth for a one-hour guided walk on the cliffs and 75 minutes to explore the village, see St. Mary’s Abbey or find seafood. Guides such as Jerry, James and Robbie have led tours, though your guide will vary. The trip includes return transport and runs twice daily.

“Incredibly funny and good guide! Nice afternoon out of the city center. Enjoyable and recommended!”

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3.Howth Coastal Half-Day Bus Tour from Dublin with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 652 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

This four-hour Big Bus Tours trip leaves central Dublin for Howth Summit and the fishing village, with a cliff walk and free time in town. Choose a 9:45 a.m. or 2 p.m. departure. Guides such as Gerry, Jerry, Ross and Dom have shared local stories, jokes and practical help along the way.

“The tour was brilliant, primarily because of our guide Gerry! We were lucky to have a clear, bright sunny afternoon. Gerry was very informative, friendly & helpful! Howth was a lovely town, with wonderful options for seafood if you fancy a good meal. Do t miss the chowder at the Oar House. Definitely recommend this tour to get out of Dublin for a few hours. Bring comfortable walking shoes and keep in mind some walkways maybe muddy.”

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4.6 hour Half-Day Award Winning Private Tour of the Boyne Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) Top rated

This six-hour private trip from Dublin pairs Newgrange, the 5,000-year-old passage tomb, with the Hill of Tara and, if time allows, sites such as Monasterboice or Fourknocks. Your driver-guide sets the pace for your group of up to four. Newgrange chamber tickets cost extra and must be booked separately.

“This was a girls trip with my mom and daughter . We enjoyed New Grange and Hill of Slane. Perfect day trip for those interested in archeology”

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