What's the typical length of tours starting from Dublin?

Dublin-based tours run between 5 and 8 days with 6-day trips being the most common choice. From bases like the Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge travelers explore central Dublin's landmarks before venturing to well-known sites like the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The 6-day tour was well-paced and provided a good overview of Ireland with our guide Noel making it informative and entertaining."

What accommodation options are available for the first night in Dublin?

The first night in Dublin features a range of lodging choices from 4-star properties like Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge and The Croke Park Hotel to mid-range options such as the Academy Plaza Hotel. Properties include full Irish breakfast and standard amenities. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge was an excellent starting point - comfortable rooms great breakfast and perfect for meeting the tour group."

What are the most common first-day activities for tours starting in Dublin?

First-day activities begin around 2:00 PM with a Dublin city tour covering Trinity College Dublin Castle and Georgian neighborhoods. The evening includes a welcome dinner with Irish music and dance often at places like the Merry Ploughboy Pub. Hotels such as Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge or The Croke Park Hotel serve as starting points. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The Dublin city tour was fantastic - our guide brought the city's history to life and the welcome dinner with Irish music and dancing was a perfect start."

Where are the common pickup locations within Dublin for tour departures?

Tour groups typically gather at central points including The Ashling Hotel on Parkgate Street Nassau Street across from the Kilkenny Shop and the Custom House Quay area. Additional pickup spots include Clayton Burlington Road and Royal Marine Hotel. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Ashling Hotel was an easy-to-find central meeting point with plenty of nearby amenities."

What's the best time of year to start a tour from Dublin?

The main tourist season spans April to October with July and September drawing the largest crowds. Winter tours from November through March offer better rates but weather can be unpredictable. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We started our tour in September from Dublin - perfect weather and fewer crowds than summer months."

Ireland Tours from Dublin

Find your perfect adventure! We have 260 tours of Ireland that start in Dublin, Ireland. The most popular month is July, and tour lengths range between 1 and 15 days.

10 best Ireland tour packages from Dublin

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7-Day Ireland to Island Small Group Tour of Ireland
4.9 (57 traveler reviews)
"The itinerary was perfect, with ideal locations and just enough free time to explore on our own as well."
Richard, traveled in August
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Cashel, Midleton, Cobh, Blarney, Kenmare, Waterville,Skellig Michael,Ring of Kerry,Killarney,Tralee,Cliffs of Moher,Doolin,Aran Islands,Galway+8 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Overland - Small Group Tours
From
US$2,559per person
+$157 local payments
Price based on Private Double Room
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8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour
4.8 (60 traveler reviews)
"The response was awesome!!!!"
Harry, traveled in August
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Dublin, Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny, Cahir, Blarney,Killarney,Killarney National Park,Dingle,Killimer,Spanish Point,Burren,Connemara National Park,Galway,Cong,Clonmacnoise,Kilbeggan+11 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Southern Ireland
Operated in
English
Operator
Overland - Small Group Tours
From
US$2,851per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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6-Day Magical Southern Explorer Small Group Tour
4.9 (7 traveler reviews)
"A good blend between interesting historic sights and amazing scenery. Accomodation was very good with a really good breakfast to start each day."
Murray, traveled in June
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Dublin, Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny, Cahir, Blarney,Killarney,Killarney National Park,Dingle,Killimer,Spanish Point,Burren,Connemara National Park,Galway+8 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Southern Ireland
Operated in
English
Operator
Overland - Small Group Tours
From
US$2,151per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Land of Saints & Scholars (Hotel) - 7 days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"Interesting tour all round."
Winifred, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Galway, Burren, Kilfenora, Cliffs of Moher, Shannon,Killarney,Dingle,Blarney,Kinsale,Cobh,Waterford,Kilkenny,Wicklow+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $3,830
US$3,064per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Taste of Ireland Self-Drive - 7 Days/6 Nights
3.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Killarney, Cashel, Blarney, Cork, Ring of Kerry,Sneem,Limerick,Cliffs of Moher,Bunratty,Galway+5 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
CIE Tours
20% Off
From
US$995per person
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Ireland Uncovered
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"It was well organized and we had so much fun."
Cecelia, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Slea Head, Galway, Westport,Achill Island+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Ireland Wild Atlantic Way
Operated in
English
Operator
Tours of Distinction
6% Off
From $3,299
US$3,099per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Essence of Ireland Small Group Tour
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"It was the right mix of structured time and free time. All tour guides were knowledgeable and extremely personable."
Janet, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Cork, Galway
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic Way+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Firebird Tours
6% Off
From
US$3,678per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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6 Days in Dublin: Castles, Waterfalls & Cinematic Journeys
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Dublin, Blarney, Cahir, Wicklow, Glendalough,Powerscourt Mountain+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern Ireland
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
20% Off
From $1,411
US$1,129per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Irish Legends - 10 Days/9 Nights
4.6 (117 traveler reviews)
"Ireland is so beautiful. Glad I took this tour."
Cleo, traveled in July
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Dublin, Malahide, Dunboyne, Kildare, Kilkenny, Waterford,New Ross,Midleton,Blarney,Dingle,Cliffs of Moher,Galway,Aran Islands,Kilronan,Howth+9 more
Age Range
Ages 9+
Country Region
Southern Ireland
Operated in
English
Operator
CIE Tours
10% Off
From $3,145
US$2,831per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Best of West Ireland - 3 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"3 days is plenty of time for sight seeing. He went above and beyond to help us sort out our schedule."
Charlene, traveled in September
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Dublin, Kinvarra, Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Cong,Connemara National Park,Clonmacnoise+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic Way+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $1,300
US$1,040per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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7-Day Great Atlantic Adventure Small Group Tour
4.8 (192 traveler reviews) award winner
"I had an absolute blast on my trip to Ireland! The group was really nice and everyone got on perfectly."
Mary, traveled in August
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Cashel, Cork, Blarney, Kinsale, Kenmare, Killarney,Ring of Kerry,Dingle,Slea Head,Lahinch,Doolin,Cliffs of Moher,Galway,Inishmore Island,Westport+9 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Overland - Small Group Tours
20% Off
From
US$2,559per person
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7 Day Atlantic Way Experience - Small Group Tour
4.9 (112 traveler reviews)
"The accommodations were clean and the staff were lovely. All the breakfasts provided were abundant, well prepared and varied."
Leslie, traveled in October
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Dublin, Cashel, Cahir, Kinsale, Blarney, Kenmare,Ring of Kerry,Killarney,Dingle,Slea Head,Derrymore,Lahinch,Cliffs of Moher,Galway,Maam Cross,Leenane,Connemara National Park,Oughterard,Clonmacnoise+13 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayIreland CastleEurope Castle +3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Irish Experience Tours
15% Off
From $2,307
US$1,961per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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10 Day Wild Irish Experience - Small Group Tour
4.8 (153 traveler reviews)
"I got a lifetime of beautiful memories and they earned a lifetime customer. I'd never use anyone else."
Al, traveled in September
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Dublin, Westport, Clifden, Connemara National Park, Galway,Inishmore Island,Doolin,Lahinch,Cliffs of Moher,Dingle,Slea Head,Ring of Kerry,Valentia Island,Killarney,Cork,Blarney,Cashel,Kilkenny+13 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic Way+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Irish Experience Tours
15% Off
From
US$3,089per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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5-Day Spectacular South and West small group Tour of Ireland
4.8 (127 traveler reviews)
"Accommodation was extremely pleasant with great breakfast options. Email 'Welcome Document' well devised and helpful."
Jennifer, traveled in October
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Dublin, Cashel, Blarney, Cork, Kinsale, Kenmare, Killarney,Killarney National Park,Ring of Kerry,Dingle,Slea Head,Cliffs of Moher,Doolin,Aran Islands,Burren,Galway+9 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Overland - Small Group Tours
15% Off
From
US$1,895per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
5-Day Escape to the South West Small-Group Tour from Dublin
4.8 (188 traveler reviews)
"Excellent trip. Liked the add on options that were available. Accommodations were great."
Brenda, traveled in August
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Dublin, Kilbeggan, Clonmacnoise, Galway, Burren, Kilfenora,Cliffs of Moher,Lahinch,Killarney,Dingle,Slea Head,Ring of Kerry,Glenbeigh,Cahersiveen,Portmagee,Waterville,Derrynane,Blarney,Kinsale+13 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IrelandIreland Wild Atlantic WayMunster+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Rabbie’s Small Group Tours
15% Off
From
US$1,325per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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