Dublin · DAY TRIPS FROM DUBLIN
Dublin sits within a day’s return of the Atlantic cliffs, the basalt columns of Antrim and the monastery in the Wicklow hills. These 15 day trips are compared on departure time, how long you actually get at the far end, and what the seat costs.
Dublin day trip to Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Galway by air-conditioned coach, with guided stories and time to explore.
“Noel and our driver Rajeev are the best! Noel has an amazing voice and loved the Irish music he played! Rajeev is the best driver and got us around safely!!!”
Dublin to Kilkenny, Wicklow Gap, sheepdog farm, and Glendalough, with guided walks, onboard Wi-Fi, and big scenery value.
“I can’t believe I didn’t rate this yet! I think I did it on TripAdvisor only. This was one of the highlights of our trip! Our driver and tour guide, Ian and John my dad and I still talk about! This tour was full of knowledge, laughs, amazing sites, just excellent altogether! So grateful to have taken this!!!”
Dublin day tour to Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Galway, with included cliff entry, expert narration, and an easy coach ride.
“Driver Finn was amazing but the bus had NO heat on the shortest day of the year. Star rating is ONLY the heat. If there was no heat issues it would have been 5 stars”
A 12-hour coach day from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, with Galway Bay, the Burren, Kinvara, Dunguaire Castle, and Bunratty stops.
“Paddy daddy Richard was the highlight of my entire trip to Ireland! If he is looking for another kid to adopt I am available.”
Dublin day tour to Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle, and Cahir Castle, with guided admissions included, Wi-Fi coach, and a long but worth it day.
“Colin with Irish Day Tours is an awesome guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. We enjoyed all 3 castles. We were pleasantly surprised by how lovely the gardens are at Blarney. We could have easily spent a half day just at Blarney. If you are considering a castle tour while in Dublin, take this one and ask for Driver 10= Colin!”
Half-day bus trip from Dublin to Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains with a guide, lakeside ruins, wildlife spotting, and walk options.
“It was run efficiently, and we were informed of the details of the trip. The guide set clear guidelines, and also gave us much interesting history and relevant information”
Full-day Cliffs of Moher and Wild Atlantic Way from Dublin, with Burren stops, Doolin lunch time, and Atlantic Edge included.
“Overall, we enjoyed the experience. If we were to do it again, we would probably look for a trip that skipped everything after the Cliffs (lunch stop and Bunratty castle). In our opinion, they weren’t worth the time and we would’ve preferred a shorter experience. By the time we got to Bunratty castle, it was closed so we could only take pictures outside for a couple minutes. Liam was a great and entertaining guide, though!”
One early Dublin departure to Cliffs of Moher, Ennis, and Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, with included admissions and guided stops.
“Great tour! Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave impressive history insights along the tour! Bunratty castle was definitely an experience!”
12-hour Dublin day trip to the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, and Ennis with guided stops, tickets, and time to explore.
“The day trip was good. Each place visited was good. Only downside was that the coach didn’t have a toilet so you had to wait for a stop off”
Dublin day tour to Giant’s Causeway with Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, and a short Belfast stop, with WiFi, USB charging, and entrance fees.
“Awesome guide Liam. Very funny while giving nice infos on diverse subjects. Enough time at each place to explore and take photos. Great tour!”
Full-day Celtic Boyne Valley tour from Dublin with Hill of Tara, Trim Castle, Loughcrew rock art, plus Fore Distillery and Fore Abbey.
“I'm so glad I went on this tour because it was full of beauy and knowledge. The tour guides made sure we had what we needed to be comfortable, they gave us information and insight with humor and clarity, and we ended the day with song.”
Dublin to Northern Ireland by coach for Giant’s Causeway, Dark Hedges, and Belfast free time, with early departures and long driving.
“Our guide Colin was amazing! Loved the history he told us as well as the folklore. The Giants Causeway was beautiful.”
Scenic Dublin day trip to Powerscourt Gardens and Glendalough, via Sally Gap and film spots like P.S. I Love You Bridge.
“I loved seeing the wild mountains and the enormous and beautiful national park Glendalough and the beautiful gardens at the palace it was truly an incredible experience and our guide was full with knowledge and passion for her work!”
Full-day Dublin to Blarney Castle and County Cork with the Blarney Stone, Cork river views, English Market time, and Rock of Cashel.
“Loved Blaney Stone and Castle! Our guide, Richard O’Brien, was absolutely amazing. His commentary was brilliant!!! Thank you!”
From Dublin to Connemara and Galway, see Glengowla farm and silver mines for about $85, then explore Galway city.
“Supposed to have 1 1/2 hours in Cong, but cut back to an hour. Just not enough time there. The stop in Connemara was great...so beautiful. Galway would have been better if we could have gotten through the Joyce roundabout. As it was, it took ONE HOUR to through the roundabout and time to get the bus parked. Very long bus ride for about 3 hours of touring time. Even so, glad we took the tour and thankful it was a beautiful day.”
Every kind of day this city can send you on, and the best of each.
