IRELAND
Ireland's standouts.
The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Ireland. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Take a 45-minute River Liffey cruise with a live English guide, past Ha’penny Bridge, Custom House, Docklands, Jeanie Johnston, and Dublin Port history.
“Really enjoyed the tour yesterday me and my partner have forgot the young boys name but he did the tour at 16:15 on Thursday 29th May. Thankyou”
Galway day trip to Inisheer and Cliffs of Moher with ferry, coach, island time, and a boat cruise under the cliffs.
“Skipped a planned stop at the chocolate factory. The golf carts weren't running at the Cliffs of Moher. But worst of all we were dropped off 15 minutes away from where we were supposed to be. I'm disabled and even though the driver (Jerry) was very aware of that and I asked him if we…”
From Galway to Inis Oirr and the Cliffs of Moher. Ferry, boat cruise, and time above and below the cliffs on one well-timed day.
“Dave was the best tour guide, he made our day very entertaining! The views were amazing and we had loads of free time.”
A 90-minute Clew Bay cruise from Westport with heated seating, live English storytelling, iconic islands, and seal sightings.
“A wonderful boat trip filled with great information about the islands and a joyful tour guide who made it so fun and entertaining. The boat was a nice size, with seating indoors and outdoors on top deck.”
Sail Galway to Inis Mór and back for Cliffs of Moher views from sea level, with audio guide, bar service, and plenty of sea-bird spotting.
“Liked getting to the Aran Islands. Crew was exceptional. Wish weather had been better to really see the Cliffs”
A 45-minute Dublin Liffey cruise with a local guide. See Samuel Beckett Bridge, Ha’penny Bridge, and Docklands from the water.
“Absolutely loved this!!”
Heated glass-boat cruise on Lough Léin from Ross Castle Pier, with wildlife, Innisfallen monastery ruins, and Carrauntoohil views.
“We enjoyed a relaxing trip around Loch Leane with an excellent narration of the area history.”
50-minute boat tour from Howth to Ireland’s Eye for cliff views, UNESCO biosphere wildlife, and lively skipper commentary in small groups.
“This was an incredible experience from start to finish. The guide, a lovely lady, was exceptionally friendly and helpful. She shared so much fascinating information about the area, its history, and all the wildlife—especially the birds and animals that live there. We were lucky to see everything we possibly could, and the whole trip felt…”
Howth cliffs by boat with live captain commentary. Spot seals, seabirds, Howth Lighthouse, and Ireland’s Eye on a 50-minute cruise.
“Beautiful views and amazing cruise! I would definitely recommend!”
Sail from Galway to Inis Mór, then pass the Cliffs of Moher by sea. Expect wildlife, big views, and sometimes rough water.
“Very rough ride out but still loved it. The staff was friendly and helpful to many people that needed them.”
