Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Ireland, Ireland

April 17, 2022 Nobuko Falco

Woven with wild greenery and Gaelic legends, the Emerald Isle is one of Europe’s most prized jewels. Rugged Atlantic beaches and mystery-shrouded sites rub shoulders with the cosmopolitan cities of Belfast and Dublin, where literary history and warm Irish hospitality are always in abundance.
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1. Private Oyster Tour and Tasting with Locals by Flaggy Shore

Redbank Food Company, Newquay, Burren, Co. Clare, Ireland Traveling Spoon
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Meet your host Gerry and/or his daughter Ciara at New Quay Pier and experience a genuine and entertaining introduction to the world of oysters. Learn how oysters are stored in their seawater tanks with continuous fresh seawater pumped from the ocean just outside their windows. Tour their facilities and hear about the history of their family business. Pick your own oysters and learn how to shuck them from a professional, before you enjoy them with your choice of condiments such as lemon, horseradish or Tabasco sauce.  After your tour, feel free to take a few oysters and enjoy them as you walk along the wonderful, scenic Flaggy shore walkway located beside the facility.  Please note: Gerry is flexible with timing so if you prefer another time, let him know when you make your booking. In the summer when the sun sets later, you are welcome to start your tour at 5pm and enjoy the sunset on Flaggy Shore after! 

Inclusions: Private oyster tour and tasting with your host Gerry, Local wine (1-2 glasses), All taxes, fees and handling charges, Gratuities, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Mick B

What a great way to spend an afternoon it's not just opening oysters there's tanks with lobsters crabs and all sorts of creatures I'm going to bring the children next time Ciara the host was excellent very knowledgeable and there was a glass of wine I would also recommend it for adult groups stags hens its perfect for that as its only 40minutes from Galway and location was stunning great work from the Flaggy Shore team.

2. Dingle Peninsula Four Hour Private Tour

Dingle Slea Head Tours, Cooleen, Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland Dingle Slea Head Tours
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Nestled in the West Kerry Gaeltacht (Irish speaking area) and with a spectacular landscape the tour explores, the rich and diverse mixture of its archaeological sites and history, it’s flora and fauna, music and culture and a myriad of other attractions. This is a tour not to be missed and will always be remembered.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Marcia2424

So much history and great views on this tour. The Gallarus Oratory was one of my favorite stops, but you can also pet a baby lamb and see a filming site from Star Wars Episode VII, Basically something for everyone. Comfortable, warm van and you can leave the driving to Colm and enjoy the views. Even great in the rain!

3. Sunday Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour

Cork Hill, Dublin, Ireland Rural Pub Tours
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Escape the hectic city of Dublin & Experience an afternoon in 3 of the best pubs located in The Dublin Mountains area. Not only will you take in the beautiful scenery around the pubs we visit, you can also get the opportunity to hangout with the locals over a few pints & enjoy some of the best live music on offer. Plenty of local beers to choose from & delicious food available too.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fully Guided Tour , 3 Rural Pub visits , Live Music (at 2 of the 3 pubs)

Exclusions: Food can be purchased if necessary

Reviewed By hoagie3

We went on this tour early Dec.2019. I wasn’t sure what to expect or if I’d enjoy this, since I didn’t think I liked Guinness. What I hadn’t expected was the sheer delight of rollicking thru the hillsides and twisty country lanes chauffeured by a hilarious and charming leprechaun, disguised as a fellow named Shane. He beguiled us with tales and tunes and converted me into a Guinness lover by delivering my first Guinness and black, which is now my favorite beer. What an unforgettable night filled with Irish music and pubs full of singing and laughter! We’ll be looking Shane up again our next visit to Dublin!

4. Newgrange & The Boyne Valley Private Day Tour - Little Gem - (Prices per group)

Little Gem Private Tours of Ireland
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Little Gem Tours specialise in crafting unique, private experiences of Ireland. Our Newgrange tour takes you to the dawn of Irish civilisation with a journey into the past. We explore the main attractions of the Boyne Valley as well as the hidden gems with off the beaten path exploring. Our guides are professional, knowledgable, fun and have a genuine passion for their island.

Inclusions: Professional Driver Guide, Private transportation, All tolls & taxes.

Exclusions: Activity Entrance Fees, Lunch

Reviewed By pauladwyer

We took a 12 day private tour of Ireland with Little Gem back in 2019 and it was the best travel experience of our lives. We were an extended family of 12 and had all generations of travellers. Little Gem provided a perfect experience from the start. Private tour planner Rosie worked with us on every detail of our travels and customized the perfect tour for us. Our driver guide was incredible and knew all the best spots to take us away from the tour coaches. Each night we stayed in amazing local accommodations including some very swanky 5* castles as well as a lovely farm stay and B&B's. We would highly recommend Little Gem Private Tours of Ireland!!

5. Private Tour of Ring of Kerry

Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland Ted Kennedy
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Relax and Enjoy the Trip of  a LIFE TIME  : Starting at your HOTEL or B&B or Locality: Travelling the Ring of Kerry  : From Killarney  : Killorglin or Cahersiveen  Going South about : Towns on the way Killorglin , Glenbeigh Waterville  Caherdaniel Castlecove Sneem   : From Waterville and Sneem going North about  Bog Village and Chocolate Factory :  Beautiful Views See where the Transatlantic Cable enter the water Connecting Europe with U.S.A. in 1866 A little Piece of the Cable carried on Minivan = duration to enjoy this trip is Four to Six  : have a few short walks  See how: other people live  in this Beautiful Country of ours Next Parish to America only Water between ? IF YOU LIKE A place you stay a little longer if not we move : Again every eye forms its own beauty  that eye is Yours  Irelands higest Mountain in the Macgillycuddy Reeks : Birth Place of Daniel o Connell & The only Cathelic Church called after a Stateman On the way home you travel through the National Park,

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Round-trip private transfer, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel/port drop-off, Driver/guide

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6. Cliffs of Moher Express Private Luxury Tour

Liberty Irish Tours
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Travel in comfort, safety and luxury to the Cliffs of Moher with Liberty Irish Tours....maybe include Galway City....The Wild Atlantic Way...The Burren Lunar like lanscape...Dolphin and Puffin spotting.....stunning Castles...Green fields with Limestone Walls....Ancient haunted Monastic Ruins...Gourmet Irish Michelin Rated food...are some of the many options to select from when you are in the company of very best in fun local guides and drivers that Ireland has to offer. Liberty Irish Tour guides are what makes the difference. We only use the best. Hear real Irish stories and legends... Only 5* reviews for Liberty Irish Tours. We look after every moment of the day for you. Collected from your desired location. With private tours from 1 to 19 passengers, taking anything from just 7 hours (approx) for a direct visit to the Cliifs of Moher or if time is on your side experience more of the magical locations along the route with a full day 10+ hour options. Multi-day tour options available

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Reviewed By martav94

This was by far the best tour we went on during our trip. All the places we visited are so beautiful and breathtaking. We were able to take our time at every location. We didn't feel rushed at all. James was the best guide. He is so knowledgeable. We learned so much about the history of Ireland and Northern Ireland. James is such cool guy and we are blessed we got to meet him. He recommended some great places. We are dying to go back. We will definitely be in touch for a future tour. We also did the Black taxi tour which is so interesting and informative. We recommend that as well, it is heartbreaking but very eyeopening. We are very glad to have had the opportunity to attend the Black taxi tour as well.

7. Highlights of Killarney Private Tour

Wild Atlantic Tours
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I was born and reared in Kerry and enjoy sharing this beautiful area with my guests. I will collect you at your accommodation and we will visit the highlights of Killarney commencing with a visit to Ladies View, then Torc Waterfall, Muckross House and Gardens, Ross Castle and Lough Leane returning by Aghadoe. I can customise this tour if you have specific places you would like to visit in the locality. I will share the history, the culture and scenery of our beautiful town. My vehicle is a Mercedes V Class which can accommodate up to six guests comfortably.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Internal tours of Ross Castle and Muckross House

Reviewed By Laurie F

Paudie is an incredible guide and his Ring of Kerry tour is not to be missed! He was born and raised on the Ring of Kerry and, as a result, knows everything about the area and is friendly (or related to) most everyone who lives there. He took us places we never would have found on our own or seen on another tour, and we loved his stories of growing up in the area. The tour was entertaining, educational, and spectacularly beautiful. And his van is super comfortable and immaculate. Our kids loved Paudie and we look forward to seeing him again for another tour. We highly recommend!

8. Private Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with Skip-the-Line at the Castle

Molly Malone Statue, Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland Withlocals.com Private Tours in Dublin
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Dublin is a magical place! On this private tour, get ready to discover the best highlights the city has to offer and pay a visit to the historic Dublin Castle to know more about the origins of this fascinating place. Get ready to experience Dublin the local way. Enjoy the city to the max and hear more about the origin, history, and culture of Dublin. Stroll past the oldest university in Ireland and visit the first purpose-built Parliament House in the world. See and touch Dublin’s history at the General Post Office, where the Irish fought for Home Rule in 1916. Follow your local host through Dublin’s districts and neighborhoods. Explore the O’Connell Bridge area and its landmarks that reveal the Irish people’s love for ‘craic.’ Stroll through the commemorative Dubh Linn Garden with a Viking past. And step into the birthplace of Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travel. Feeling thirsty? Why not a drink! Take a break at a famous local pub that was once a brothel, and enjoy a cider.

Inclusions: Local Guide, Private Tour, Entrance to the Castle, 1 alcoholic drink

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, Pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By MapDash

I loved these tours. Took them back in April of 2019. The first tour I took was a walking tour of Dublin. Ciaran was the tour guide. He was a total history buff and made the tour super interesting. The next day I went on a tour to a seaside village called Howth. I had a tour guide named Stephen. He was very cool and even preformed Shakespeare in the woods for his group. I hope to take these tours again one day.

9. Private family sea safari

Dingle Sea Safari, Unit 1, tourist offices centre, The Pier, Strand St, Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 A6XT, Ireland Dingle Sea Safari
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Family private sea safari Rib experience allows you to still have the same award winning experience but you can Tailor make your own tour spending time seeing what interests you

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Reviewed By Relax678393

Absolutely fantastic! Very professional Brilliant way of seeing the caves, islands, dolphins, puffins around Dingle Left the pier on time, great gear provided. Very knowledgeable guide, very comfortable boat. You do not get wet at all. Would highly recommend

10. Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Skellig Ring,Kerry Cliffs and Valentia from Kenmare

Park Hotel Kenmare, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, V93 X3XY, Ireland
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Our tour starts from one of the most beautiful town in Ireland - Kenmare. As private tour, we can customise it. We can visit some places out of bitten tracks like really stunning Kerry Cliffs. Kerry Cliffs are up to 1K feet above a sea level, those cliffs are actually higher then Cliffs of Moher. We can stop whenever we want, also for food in some restaurant serving local people mostly. Private tour is great experience, it gives time and flexibility.

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

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