Connemara Tours

Best Tours of Connemara from Galway

The magnificent landscape of mountains and bog lakes of Connemara, as well as its rich culture of traditional music and sean nós signing and dancing, the Irish language, and story-telling, have made it famous around the world. It’s the part of Ireland that gets the least attention and recognition, even though it’s a real hidden gem of the country. Exploring and discovering the people and historic places of this enchanted area is guaranteed to bring joy and lifelong memories to all visitors. The region is dotted with majestic castles such Aughnanure Castle, Clifden Castle, Ballynahinch Castle and Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens, all waiting to take you on a journey into the rich history of this scenic place.

The tours of Connemara listed below encompass a wide selection of the top attractions and activities throughout North and West County Galway. There are tours to suit most tastes and interests from history buffs, foodies and those looking for that perfect Instagram post. Hikers and hillwalkers will also love the stunning challenge of Diamond Hill in Connemara National Park.

Day trips to Connemara

Tours to the top attractions in Connemara

If you want to see more of Ireland and travel to one of its most stunning places, Connemara, you’re probably wondering what you can do there. This fairly remote area, located in County Galway to the west of Galway City, is a favourite countryside escape for locals, although it receives few visitors from outside of Ireland. Some of the highlights to see on a tour are as follows:

Clifden

• Clifden Castle
• The Sky Road
• Connemara Ponies
• Omey Island

Oughterard to Ballynahinch

• Glengowla Mines
• Quiet Man Bridge
• Joyces Craft Shop (Recess)
• Aughnanure Castle
• Ballynahinch Castle

Letterfrack

• Connemara National Park
• Diamond Hill
• Lettergesh & Glassilan Beaches
• Kylemore Abbey & Walled Gardens

Leenane

• Setting of the iconic Irish movie ‘The Field’
• Aasleigh Falls
• The Sheep & Wool Centre
• Killary Fjord
• Killary Sheep Farm
• The Erriff Fishery

An Spidéal

• Ceardlann Spiddal Craft Village
• Spiddal Pier and Beach Walk
• Standún Fashion, Gifts, Knitwear & Jewellery Shop
• Thatched Cottages

Also included
Day trips generally includes the following:

• • Entrance to the various attractions
  • Day Trip with a Guide
  • Free to cancel within 24 hours of booking
  • Hotel collection / return
  • Onboard Bus WiFi; WC; Power Outlets

Most popular tours to Connemara