The Burren: 11 Tours Across the Limestone

1.Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18,888 reviews · from $89Our pick

Spend a full day west of Dublin with an English-speaking guide, visiting the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway, and Wild Atlantic Way villages. You get two hours at the cliffs and two hours in Galway, plus commentary from guides such as Aoife, Chris, Carol, and Peter. Expect a long coach ride, changing weather, and no dedicated lunch stop.

“Perfect way to explore parts of the island without worrying about driving! Good time allotment in each area, wished to spend more in Galway!”

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2.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,924 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $94Top rated

Leave central Dublin at 6:45 a.m. for the Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, and Galway. Ride an air-conditioned coach with a guide, Wi-Fi, and included Cliffs admission. Expect Irish stories, music, scenic drives, about two hours at the cliffs, and 1.5 to 2 hours in Galway. Guides may include Aoife, Oli, Conor, or Jacko.

“Excellent, relaxing way to experience some of the west coast of Ireland in a day from Dublin. Better Irish music in the coach would've made it magical. Like Shane macgowan, Sinéad ó Conor, Damian rice etc rather than the Irish schlock on the playlist! Would also suggest the more information the guide gives the better.”

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3.Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Burren, and Galway Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,851 reviews · from $85

Spend a full day on Ireland’s west coast with an English-speaking driver-guide. Walk the Cliffs of Moher, stop for a pub lunch in Doolin, photograph the Burren, and explore Galway. Guides such as Jonathan, Kevin, Finn, Derek, and Rory are known for history, humor, songs, and practical tips.

“Great day with a great driver Finn. All I have to say is for tourists to open up the wallet to the tour guide. He spends the entire day with you sharing all his knowledge… show some appreciation …he deserves a generous tip !!!”

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4.Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,815 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher along the Wild Atlantic Way with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll see Dunguaire Castle, the Burren, Black Head, Fanore, Doolin, and Corcomroe Abbey, with two hours at the cliffs and a lunch stop in Doolin. Guides such as Paddy, Phil, Des, and Gerry are praised for stories, folklore, and local insight.

“The best part was all of the spots we stopped at to explore and take pictures of. Des did a good job explaining everything we saw”

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5.Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,755 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $96

Leave central Dublin at 6:50 a.m. for a full-day coach trip to the Cliffs of Moher, Fanore, the Burren, and Galway. Your driver-guide, often praised guides such as Kevin, Richard, or Jonathan, provides Irish stories and commentary along the way. Admission to the cliffs is included, while lunch in Fanore is at your own cost.

“Richard was our tour guide and he was amazing! He told us some fun stories and made sure we had a really great time.”

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6.Cliffs of Moher & the Burren Tour from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,913 reviews · 8 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Travel from central Galway with a local driver-guide such as Tommy, Dave, or Patrick. This 8-hour-15-minute coach tour combines the Cliffs of Moher with Dunguaire Castle, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Celtic country, and a Doolin lunch stop. Cliffs admission is included, while food and castle entry cost extra.

“Beautiful Cliffs of Moher. It was a fun day walking along the cliffs, enjoying its beauty, the sound of tapping waves against the rocks, and the whistle of winds. The tour made it possible to get there easily, and the operator entertained us with stories, and explanation as we passed by some popular landmarks. I sure had wonderful experiences.”

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7.Cliffs of Moher and The Burren Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,770 reviews · from $62

Travel from Galway with an English-speaking driver-guide through Galway Bay, Kinvara, The Burren, and Doolin. See Dunguaire Castle, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Lisdoonvarna, and the 200-meter Cliffs of Moher, with 90 minutes at the cliffs and lunch time in Doolin. Guides such as Gary, Tommy, Patrick, and Anthony are known for lively local stories.

“Amazing. Well planned and executed. Narration was wonderful, scenery was unbelievably beautiful.”

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8.Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,202 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $195

Travel from Dublin to Limerick by reserved train, then continue by coach to Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Galway. Guides such as Norman, Andrew, David, and John are known for clear commentary and good humor. Expect a full 15-hour day, paid meals, strong coastal winds, and Ireland’s biggest sights in one sweep.

“Wonderful day trip on Railtours Ireland. John Todd our tour guide comforted our anxiety of where to go and what to do throughout the whole trip. His historical knowledge was my favorite. Absolutely loved all the information he provided about Ireland. I wish we had time to go on another tour with John Todd. Victor our bus driver was wonderful also. A great day in Ireland . 5 stars for John Todd.”

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9.Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Tour with a 2 hour stop at Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 539 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $71

From Galway, travel through Kinvara, Ballyvaughan, the Burren, Doolin, and Lisdoonvarna before spending two hours at the Cliffs of Moher. You’ll stop at Dunguaire Castle, Hazel Mountain Chocolates, and Hotel Doolin. Guides such as Paddy, Phil, Gerry, Alan, and Ainé provide local stories, Irish phrases, and practical Galway tips.

“Paddy and Paul were awesome. Stories and information shared was fabulous. Driving was top notch - felt very safe. Highly recommend a tour with this duo!”

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10.Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Bunratty with Private Chauffeur Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Leave Dublin with a private English-speaking driver and spend about 10 hours seeing Bunratty Castle, the Burren, and the Cliffs of Moher. Stephen is specifically praised for a pleasant drive. Pickup and return to your hotel are included, and extra stops can be arranged for your group.

“Excellent driver! Stephen did not steer us wrong as he provided a pleasant ride, was an amazing time”

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11.Ballyvaughan: Aillwee Burren Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · from $31Best value

Spend 2 to 3 hours at Ballyvaughan’s Aillwee Burren Experience. Follow an English-speaking guide through Aillwee Cave, then watch a 45-minute Birds of Prey flying display. Add woodland walks, Burren cheese, fudge, and coffee at the Farm Shop. The ticket is valid all day, so you can fit in more than one display.

“Very informative and I liked the bird of prey demonstration with the opportunity to let one of the birds fly on my arm the best. As there are several demonstrations with different birds every day and you can visit several of the demonstrations with the ticket, which is valid for a whole day, the entrance fee is more than justified. Not forgetting, of course, the visit to the cave including a very good guided tour.”

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