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From Galway: Castles of Connemara Full-Day Tour

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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From Galway: Castles of Connemara Full-Day Tour
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars
45 reviews

Explore the majestic castles and abbeys of Connemara such as Aughnanure, Clifden, Kylemore, and Ballynahinch. Discover a region famed for its breathtaking landscapes and glistening lakes.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
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Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Lisa – United States

Gerry was a great guide. Great tour. Beautiful weather and great scenery. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone

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Lisa C – United States

Colleen was a lovely guide. She is from the area and well informed on all areas and history. Great day trip!

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Highlights

  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of the unspoilt Connemara landscape
  • Visit the Irish tower house of Aughnanure castle
  • Explore the world renowned Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian walled gardens
  • Take in the scenic views of the Sky Road outside Clifden
  • View old Ballynahinch Castle on the lake

Full description

First, visit Aughnanure Castle, a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house. Find the remains of a banqueting hall, a watch tower, an unusual double bawn and bastions and dry harbour. 

Stop in the quaint village of Oughterard with its thatched cottage pub for a short coffee break. Continue with stops at the Quiet Man Bridge and the legendary Connemara Giant and on through the desolate Inagh Valley.

The next castle stop is Kylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine monastery. The next few hours are up to you to explore this romantic abbey, its Victorian walled gardens and Gothic church. 

After the break, head to the capital of Connemara, the colourful market town of Clifden. En route (weather permitting), join the famous Sky Road (part of the Wild Atlantic Way) viewing the ruins of Clifden castle and taking in the panoramic views. 

After departing Clifden we travel to view old Ballynahinch Castle on the lake. This castle is steeped in history and is connected to one of the 14 tribes of Galway the Martin family. Richard Martin was the founder of the RSPCA. Another Martin was Edward Martin who was very friendly with WB Yeats and Lady Gregory and later went on to establish the Abbey Theatre in Dublin.

Finally, make your way back through storybook villages. passing green fields marked by dry stone walls, and see sheep, cows, Connemara ponies and blanket bogs, before returning to Galway City.

Includes

  • Guided tour
  • Entrance fees
  • Transportation by bus
  • Lunch
  • Tips

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  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Please meet outside Galway Cathedral, Galway city, in the car park for pick up. Make sure you give yourself enough time to get to the meeting point in Galway City center, as the area can often get congested in morning traffic. Please wait on the steps of Galway Cathedral facing the river/bridge and the driver guide will collect you from there. The vehicle will have a sign in the window that reads 'Castles of Connemara Tour'.

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  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Rain gear
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

From $146 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 45 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Lisa – United StatesMarch 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Gerry was a great guide. Great tour. Beautiful weather and great scenery. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone
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Lisa C – United StatesAugust 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Colleen was a lovely guide. She is from the area and well informed on all areas and history. Great day trip!
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James – United StatesAugust 17, 2024 – Verified booking
The trip was perfect. We were able to see all the sites on our bucket list while someone else did the driving. All the context provided by Colleen was excellent.

Product ID: 388567

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