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Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Kilmacduagh Abbey & Galway Day Tour

1. Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Kilmacduagh Abbey & Galway Day Tour

Embark on a guided day trip to discover the iconic Cliffs of Moher by bus. Visit Galway and its stunning surrounding landscape and see famous landmarks, including Dunguaire Castle and Kilmacduagh Monastery. Depart Dublin at 6:45 AM and journey through the flat open plain of the Curragh. Pass the Irish National Stud thoroughbred horse breeding facility as your guide shares a wealth of history and information. Head to the ruins of Kilmacduagh Monastery and its roundhouse—unique for the way it leans over by more than 2 feet. Spend 15-20 minutes here. Then, arrive at the Cliffs of Moher for a view of the Atlantic Ocean and explore on your own for around 1.5 hours. Go to the visitor's centre for the interactive Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience with a large multimedia screen displaying a bird's-eye view from the cliffs, and a video from the underwater caves. Next, discover the lunar landscapes of The Burren with a 15–20-minute visit and hear about the many secrets of this atypical landscape, home to the warmest ground temperature in Ireland. Arrive in the city of Galway, where you will have around 1 hour to explore on your own. Discover its old-world charm on cobblestone streets that evoke an authentic Ireland of times gone by. Then drive along the coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way to Kinvara, passing Dunguaire Castle and the 12 Bens mountain range along the way. Return to Dublin and get dropped off at the meeting point at around 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Dunguaire Castle & Galway Tour

2. From Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Dunguaire Castle & Galway Tour

Explore some of the highlights of the west of Ireland on a guided day tour from Dublin. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, Dunguaire Castle, and the vibrant city of Galway. Start by meeting early in the morning in central Dublin. Stop for a break at The Galway Plaza for half an hour, enough time to stretch your legs, clear your heads, and have a coffee or a small breakfast to continue. Arrive at the first destination of the day, the Cliffs of Moher. Just the way to get to the Cliffs of Moher is fascinating, because this road, along the coast of the island, crosses The Burren National Park, with a lunar landscape that is fascinating. This is one of the main attractions and one of the essential visits in Ireland. Walk for 210 meters above the coast. Admire the strength of the sea that marks the character of the island and its inhabitants so much. Take some free time to explore the area. From the Cliffs of Moher, head next to Galway. This is one of the most popular cities in Ireland, known for its vibrant atmosphere and music scene. Stroll down Shop Street and see some of the musicians, and browse some of the bars and shops, before heading back to Dublin.

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What people are saying about Kilmacduagh Monastery

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4.8 / 5

based on 7,507 reviews

We rate this trip very well. it is definitely worth visiting these beautiful places. the weather was beautiful, so we had great views of the cliffs of Moher. I definitely recommend. the guide was communicative and very nice.

All around very nice excursion, very competent tour guide and driver (CJ and Vic). The nature is breathtakingly beautiful and even if you sit in the bus a lot you can really see a lot of the country.

It was a worthwhile tour for the price. The guide had a lot of knowledge and I enjoyed listening to the story.

It was lovely, they give you details about the country and they culture all the time!

Perfect tour! The guides were very knowledgeable and patient.