Top 3 Horse Riding in Ireland

1.Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Horse Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 522 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $151Our pick

Spend about eight hours exploring County Wicklow with a group of no more than eight. Ride for roughly 90 minutes at Killegar Stables, stop for lunch in Enniskerry, then visit Guinness Lake, Sally Gap, Glendalough’s monastic ruins, and Upper Lake. Guides such as Derek, Kevin, and Linda add local stories along the way.

“It's breathtaking and the ride is wonderful too. I had no idea that the mountains would be so incredible.”

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2.1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 361 reviews · from $43Best value

Spend one hour in a traditional jaunting car with an English-speaking jarvey guide, passing St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney National Park, and Ross Castle. Expect Irish history, local legends, mountain views, and possible sightings of red deer. The ride starts beside Killarney Train Station and returns to the meeting point.

“Was a wonderful tour! Michael was fantastic as was Joey!! We had an hour trip for myself and my husband along with close friends and was one of the highlights of our 1 week driving tour of the east & west coastline of your gorgeous country. What a way to spend a fun time on our anniversary !”

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3.Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 226 reviews · from $115Top rated

Ride from stables just outside Killarney into Knockreer Estate, with a guide, horse, helmet, and boots included. You’ll pass near Lough Leane, watch for red and sika deer, and follow forest and estate trails beneath Kerry’s mountains. Beginners are welcome, children must be at least eight, and you should arrive 30 minutes early.

“The riding was fantastic!!!! The staff goes above sns beyond. The horses are great. The views are out of this world. BUT we found out we paid DOUBLE the cost if we had booked directly with the farm. Book through the Killarney Riding Stables. Don’t make the same mistake we did.”

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