Whether you want to base yourself in Cork, Belfast, Killarney, Dublin, or Galway, there are plenty of guided day tour options to choose from. With experienced tour operators guiding the way, you can dive into Ireland’s history, culture, and landscapes, all in a single day. Let’s explore some great options starting from these hubs!
1. CorkCork is well-suited for day trips to Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry, West Cork & more.
Paddywagon Tours - Blarney Castle & Cork City Tour
- Ring of Kerry Day Trip (from Cork)
- Cliffs of Moher & Burren
Cork City Tours- Mizen Head (West Cork)
- Ring of Kerry
2. BelfastFrom Belfast, you can easily explore the Causeway Coastal Route or Game of Thrones shooting locations with the following tour operators:
McComb’s Coach Travel- Giant’s Causeway
- Game of Thrones Filming Locations
Belfast City Sightseeing (it includes city hop on-hop off city tours + coastal sights)
- Giant's Causeway & City Tour
- Causeway Coastal Route Day Tour
3. KillarneyKillarney is an ideal starting point for trips to the Ring of Kerry, the Gap of Dunloe, or the Dingle Peninsula
Deros Tours- Ring of Kerry
- Dingle Peninsula
- Gap of Dunloe
Paddywagon Tours4. DublinFrom Dublin, day tours can take you almost everywhere on the island, from nearby Glendalough to the Cliffs of Moher.
Wild Rover Tours- Cliffs of Moher Day Tour
- Kilkenny, Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough Tour
- Belfast & Giant’s Causeway Tour
Irish Day Tours- Blarney Castle & Rock of Cashel Tour
- Boyne Valley & Newgrange Tour
Finn Mc Cool Tours- Cliffs of Moher, Galway and the Burren
- Titanic Museum and Giant's Causeway
- Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny
5. GalwayThe City of Tribes offers easy access to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, or the Aran Islands for memorable day trips.
Lally Tours- Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Tour
- Cliffs of Moher & The Burren Tour
- Aran Islands Ferry & Bike Rental Package
Galway Tour Company- Connemara National Park, Sky Road, and Clifden
- Burren & Cliffs of Moher
In conclusion, these tour operators offer something for everyone. Check out their websites for bookings and availability as some tours can be seasonal or popular in the high season.
Tip: some of these day tours can also work using public transport, especially if you are only interested in one or two spots or like to travel more independently. Take a look at our car-free itineraries in
Connemara and
KillarneyHas someone from our Community been on any of those tours? We’d love to hear from you!