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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise
4.488156 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.488156 out of 5 stars
1182 reviews

Enjoy the convenience of sailing from Galway City to the largest island, Inis Mór. Experience traditional Irish culture before viewing the iconic Cliffs of Moher from sea-level on this day trip.

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Duration 8.5 hours
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Audio guide included
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Tahneesha – Australia

It was a great day! I really enjoyed the cruise and sightseeing!

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Selina – Austria

We had excellent weather. Took a bike ride around the island and had fish n chips for lunch.

Highlights

  • Skip the bus and experience the only tour sailing straight from Galway City
  • Experience an Irish culture that has survived modern life on Inis Mór
  • Appreciate the scale and beauty of the rugged Cliffs of Moher
  • Sail on the biggest passenger ferries in Ireland with bar service & refreshments
  • View the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way Coastline on a cruise along Galway Bay

Full description

Take a day trip to the Aran Islands and see the Cliffs of Moher by cruise on this tour awarded the "Best Irish Experience" award by travel2ireland and the ITTN and 'Boat Tour of the Year in Ireland 2024'. Enjoy exploring Inis Mór with an audio guide. Sail through the sea and take in incredible views of the Cliffs of Moher on your return to Galway.

Depart from the Galway city docks which is only a 15-minute walk from Galway City centre, and admire the stunning views of the Connemara and Clare Coast before arriving on Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands. Learn about the history, heritage, and culture of the Aran Islands via an audio guide. Spend 4.5 hours on the island to enjoy sandy beaches, stone forts, and the serenity of island life.

Your return journey takes you along the Cliffs of Moher. Formed 300 million years ago, the cliffs rise to a magnificent height of over 200 meters which you can only truly appreciate from the water. Listen to your audio guide while onboard to learn why the Cliffs of Moher are so iconic.

See Ireland’s largest sea bird colony, 'An Branán Mór Sea Stack,' and a sea cave used during a Harry Potter film. Watch out for puffins, dolphins, and seals that call these waters home.

Includes

  • Round-trip ferry transfer
  • Audio guide

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Meeting point

Directions to Ferry Gate: If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Then proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to turn left (on foot) into a car park. All passengers must travel through this car park to board the ferry. Passengers should arrive at the ferry gate 30 minutes prior to the ferry departure time. Parking at the Port of Galway: This ferry booking does not include parking. Parking is available at the Harbour Company indoor public car park which is marked with a blue 'Public Parking' sign. This car park is fully automated “pay on foot”. There are 100 spaces in total and these will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. 

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  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Tahneesha – AustraliaApril 13, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a great day! I really enjoyed the cruise and sightseeing!
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Selina – AustriaApril 11, 2025 – Verified booking
We had excellent weather. Took a bike ride around the island and had fish n chips for lunch.
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Patrick – United KingdomApril 6, 2025 – Verified booking
The ferry to Inishmore was very comfortable with great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. On arrival at Inishmore, we caught a minibus driven by Patrick who took us to the highlights of the island. Patrick was very informative and had a great sense of humour. We stopped to climb up the hill to Dún Aonghasa. The views of the cliffs were fantastic. The ferry then went to the Cliffs of Moher. There was plenty of opportunity to take great photos with the ferry doing a 360⁰ so that everyone could see them. Highly recommended.

Product ID: 399279

Activity provider:Aran Island Ferries

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