The 15 Best Private Tours in Ireland

1.The Dublin Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 701 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163Our pick

A private three-hour Dublin walk linking Temple Bar, Trinity College, Georgian squares, Irish history, music, and local tips.

“Conor is a longtime Dubliner who is well-informed, relaxed and so informative. Ice been in Dublin many times but learned a lot and loved the tour. Conor goes at your pace and is not in a rush. He knows people all over the city. And he creates a photographic memory of the tour that is spectacular and a unique keepsake. I will take the tour again next time I am in Dublin!”

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2.Private Dublin Arrival Transfer – Airport to Hotel / Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 304 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65Best value

Review of Dublin’s private airport transfer, with meet-and-greet pickup, space for eight, pricing, timing, value, and practical booking tips.

“You never showed up so zero stars! Left stranded at Dublin! Had to pay separate taxi. Awaiting refund.”

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3.Private (Nearly!) All of Dublin in 5 hours (Walking Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $296

See Dublin’s essential sights in five hours with an Irish guide, from Trinity College and Temple Bar to the GPO, castles, cathedrals, and parks.

“Austin was such a delightful guide. I let him know my mom didn’t speak English so I would translate everything for her so he took his time explaining while also being patient. He captured great pics of our adventure and made our tour very enjoyable. We look forward to returning and booking future tours.”

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4.Dingle Peninsula Four Hour Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

See Dingle’s Slea Head, Conor Pass, beehive huts, beaches, and Blasket Island views on a flexible four-hour private tour.

“Karen was great! Knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time and the drive was comfortable and smooth.”

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5.Private Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Galway tour to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Doolin, castles, sheepdogs, and the Wild Atlantic Way.

“It was a great tour of castles and chocolate and a wonderful sheep dog demonstration along with the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Our guide was prompt and friendly. He was more of a bus driver taking us place to place than giving us much information but he answered our questions the best he could.”

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6.Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 188 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $360

Review of a private Ring of Kerry tour from Killarney, with Kerry Cliffs, Valentia Island, historic forts, waterfalls, and flexible stops.

“The scenery along the way was spectacular! Having a personal driver seemed so much nicer than driving in a large group tour. Tony had a sense of humor that made the drive fun and he always told us to take our time at our stops. He was extremely helpful when my daughter became car sick and the mess had to be cleaned up. .”

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7.Cliffs of Moher Private Award Winning Luxury Mercedes Car Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.)

Review of Liberty Irish Tours’ private Dublin to Cliffs of Moher trip, with a Mercedes car, flexible stops, Burren scenery, and local food.

“Dragos is an incredible tour guide. Everywhere we went he opened the door for me, made sure I was comfortable and all my needs were looked after. He is incredibly knowledgeable and was able to educate me on local history and tales of old Ireland. His time management was impeccable and I was able to see all the things on the top of my list including the Doorin cave and the Sacred Well of Brigid. The cliffs were breathtaking. It was the trip I had always been hoping for and will never forget. If you are lucky you might get a chance to hear Dragos sing his song about Dublin.…”

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8.Dublin Private Custom Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $84

A private Dublin walking tour shaped around your interests, with local guides, historic sights, pub tips, and lesser-known corners.

“Derek was amazing! Low key. We just talked and walked! Saw the archaeological, Molly Malone, the crafton street, St Patrick’s Cathedral, and much more!”

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9.Dublin Private Highlights & History of 1916 Easter Rising Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $135

A private three-hour Dublin walking tour linking 1916 history, famous sights, local stories, and tailored food and pub tips.

“Derek was an excellent guide whose political and historical knowledge was outstanding. Highly recommend this tour.”

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10.Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Taste Dublin through Irish coffee, sausage rolls, cheese, oysters, stew, ice cream, and local insight on a private Temple Bar food walk.

“Wonderful tour guide. He was so much fun and knew so much about the history of Dublin. A lot of delicious food samplings!”

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11.Chauffeur Private Cliffs of Moher Day tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Dublin to Cliffs of Moher tour with Doolin, the Burren, Dunguaire Castle, flexible timing, and luxury transport.

“Ciaran was an incredible guide who was filled with knowledge and he was easy to converse with. He adjusted to our every need.”

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12.Private Transfer from Dublin airport to Dublin city center – One way Minivan

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 66 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Review of Dublin Airport private minivan transfers, with airport meet-and-greet, luggage help, flight monitoring, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“Brian was very communicative and helpful. Great driver to have at the end of a long travel day. Friendly and warm personality. Safe driving. Clean vehicle.”

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13.Chauffeur Giants Causeway & Belfast Private Day Tour From Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 12 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Dublin tour to Giant’s Causeway, the Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, Ballintoy, and Belfast.

“Cierian is an awesome tour guide! Super flexible with great recommendations. Tell him the purpose of your trip, what you are trying to experience, and he will ensure you have a phenomenal trip. If he suggests to leave at 7am, do it because you’ll get to see a few extra places.”

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14.Private Chauffeur Cliffs of Moher Tour & Galway from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Dublin tour to the Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Galway and Seán’s Bar, with practical timing and value advice.

“Great tour guide and very comfortable private large SUV. Lots of bathroom stops were appreciated. Extra stop at chocolate shop was fun. We were surprised that the stop in Galway was missed.”

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

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

See Bunratty Castle, the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Sean's Bar on a private Dublin day tour with hotel pickup and flexible stops.

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

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