Day Trips & Excursions in Ireland

See County Cork's top attractions"”and sightsee at your own speed"”on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose from 24- or 48-hour tickets, and feel free to board and disembark where and when you wish. The bus itinerary will take you past landmarks the likes of Blarney Castle (where you can kiss the famed Blarney Stone), Cobh (the Titanic's final port of call), the Jameson Experience, and much more.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage and natural splendor of Northern Ireland on a full-day excursion to the Titanic Belfast Visitor Experience and the Giant's Causeway from Dublin. With a local guide, enrich your knowledge of the tragic story of Titanic at the engaging Titanic Visitor Experience, and then travel to the UNESCO-listed wonder of the Giant's Causeway. Marvel at the rugged rock formations and dramatic cliffs of the region and then summon your courage to cross the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, a historic structure suspended high over the crashing waves of the Atlantic.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Dublin in favor of the rugged coastal splendor of the Cliff's of Moher and Galway City on an enriching full-day excursion from the Irish capital. From the comfort of a luxury coach, admire stunning Irish countryside and travel along the Wild Atlantic Way to the incredible 700-foot high Cliffs of Moher. Browse intriguing exhibitions in the visitor center; marvel at the lunar limestone landscape of Burren, renowned for its rare flowers; and absorb the cosmopolitan charm of Galway City during some leisurely free time.

Soak up the majesty and myth of Ireland's Wicklow County on this full-day tour from Dublin. Aboard a comfortable coach, explore cultural and natural gems and lively pubs to the breathtaking Wicklow Mountain National Park and Glendalough's medieval monastic settlement. Movie buffs will enjoy a stop at Sally's Gap, filming location of Braveheart, as well as the bridge crossed by the lovers in the romantic comedy P.S. I Love You.

Explore Ireland beyond the capital city with this Wicklow and Glendalough driving tour. Skip the hassle of a rental car and admire the scenery as you drive south to see County Wicklow's beautiful lakes, forests, and mountains. Visit landscapes from popular films including Braveheart, such as the monastic ruins and Celtic crosses at Glendalough.

Explore Northern Ireland's biggest draws "” Belfast, Giant's Causeway and the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge "” on a day trip from Dublin. In a traditional black cab in Belfast, you'll explore sites of the capital's conflicted history: the mural-strewn streets of the Falls and Skankill neighborhoods and the Belfast Docks. Then course along the Antrim Coast to experience one of Ireland great geological marvels, the UNESCO World Heritage Site"“listed Giant's Causeway, followed by a stop at the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Marvel at the surrounding headlands that were also used as a filming location for many Game of Thrones scenes.

Travel through mystical Celtic Ireland on this full-day bus tour from Dublin! In the company of an expert guide, journey back in time to Boyne Valley, home of the Hill of Tara and the Neolithic tombs of Newgrange (UNESCO site). Afterwards, stop in the town of Howth, a beautiful Dublin Bay fishing village, for a taste of Irish culture that dates back to the Viking Era.

Don't come to Ireland and just spend all your time in Dublin. You won't be seeing the real Ireland. This tour transports you there, spending a day cruising around the Irish countryside engulfing yourself in bright green fields, castles, abbeys and rustic villages. Stop in majestic and secluded Glendalough. After some time of exploring head to Kilkenny where you can delve into a 12th-century Norman castle, a medieval cathedral or stroll the cobbled streets before heading back to Dublin.

Skip the hassle of driving yourself to the UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher with this 10-hour bus coach that includes return transportation from central Dublin. Board the comfortable bus in Dublin, enjoy a stop in the coastal village of Doolin, then spend 2 hours of free time at the Cliffs, which were also used as a backdrop for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Admission to the Cliffs of Moher Vistor Centre included.

Follow in the footsteps of giants on this full-day bus coach of Northern Ireland's UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway including return transportation from Dublin. As well as marveling over the natural wonder, you'll also get chance to walk the famous Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, drive the scenic Antrim Coast Road and spot some of the most memorable filming locations from TV megahit Game of Thrones "“ the Dark Hedges and Dunlace Castle. All this in just one day!

Break from Dublin for a tour of medieval Irish architecture and folklore in Kilkenny and Glendalough. Aboard a luxury coach, take a day trip to the top sights in south-east Ireland from Kilkenny Castle to the Wicklow Mountain National Park and Glendalough's medieval monastic settlement. Beginning March 1, this tour will also include a stop at the foot of the Wicklow Mountains, where you'll be able to see Border Collies corral sheep across the fields.

Feast your senses on the unrivalled natural beauty of the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough on a full-day trip from Dublin. Escape the bustling charm of Dublin in favor of the glittering lakes and undulating hills of County Wicklow, featured in Hollywood blockbusters like 'Braveheart'. Discover ancient legends as you listen to illuminating commentary from your knowledgeable guide; marvel at a lake that resembles a pint of Guinness; and absorb the amorous atmosphere of the bridge featured in "˜P.S. I Love You'. See the ancient monastic ruins of Glendalough before revitalizing with lunch in Ireland's highest village.

On a County Wicklow day trip from Dublin, visit the Powerscourt Gardens and explore Wicklow Mountains National Park. Accompanied by a guide who provides informative commentary during the day, you'll enjoy a scenic drive, stop in the Victorian village of Enniskerry, pass by the Guinness Estate and visit Glendalough, where you have time to walk around.

Visit the Aran Islands and the Cliffs of Moher in one day on this 10.5-hour tour from Galway. Travel along the Wild Atlantic Way with your guide, through pretty villages including Ballindereen, Clarenbridge and Kilcolgan. Take the ferry from the fishing village of Doolin to Inisheer Island and enjoy free time at your leisure. Then, pass beneath the mighty Cliffs of Moher on the return ferry back to Doolin. Soak up spectacular views from atop the Cliffs of Moher, then take in the Burren and Lisdoonvarna on route back to Galway.

Discover the Ireland of old with this unforgettable day trip to Galway from Dublin, including a flight to the Aran island of Inis Mor. Travel to Galway city by train and enjoy a scenic flight to the largest Aran island, set in Galway Bay. On an island tour, admire Inis Mor's stark- but-beautiful landscapes, dry stone walls and thatched villages; visit prehistoric, clifftop Dun Aengus fort, and learn about Inis Mor's rich heritage. Then, fly back to the mainland and enjoy free time in lively Galway before returning to Dublin.

Discover Ireland's spectacular natural beauty on this Ring of Beara day tour from Killarney. Explore the Bonane Heritage Park and visit a family-run chocolate factory in Bonane. Travel along Cork's Caha Pass, and watch native seals and birds during an optional Garnish Island boat tour. Soak up spectacular views over Bantry Bay, Kenmare Bay and Glanmore Lake. Head through charming villages and towns such as Ardgroom, Allihies and Eyeries, and enjoy the freedom to customize your own itinerary with your private guide along the way. 

The Wild Atlantic Way is home to some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery, but the most adventurous way to explore is on horseback. Gallop across deserted beaches, splash through the waves, and discover Omey Island on this full-day horseback excursion from Galway. Suitable for all riding levels.