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A castle on a grassy hill with sheep grazing around it. 1
A historic castle on a hillside by a lake. 2
A town nestled in a valley with a prominent church spire, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background. 3
A group of sheep grazing on a grassy hillside with a lake and mountains in the background. 4
A table with tea set, scones with jam, and a flower. 5

Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day

By Ireland Wild Escapes
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €160 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
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  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Hop on board this fascinating day tour as we explore the famous Castles of Connemara and travel west into this scenic region, famed for its wild and rugged land and seascapes.
Our first castle visit is to Aughnanure Castle. Built by the O’Flahertys in 1500, this castle is a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house.
Next stop in the quaint village of Oughterard for a short coffee break and onto see the famous ‘Quiet Man ‘ bridge.
Weaving our way through scenic Connemara, our next castle stop is Kylemore Abbey, founded by English industrialist Mitchell Henry and now a Benedictine monastery. Spend the next few hours exploring this romantic Abbey, its Victorian walled gardens and Gothic church.
We head to the capital of Connemara, the colourful town of Clifden. En-route (and weather permitting) we drive scenic Sky Road, viewing Clifden Castle, a ruined manor house, built in 1812 in the Gothic Revival style.
After our day of exploring we return to Galway City.

Activity location

  • Aughnanure Castle
    • Oughterard, Ireland, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Galway Cathedral
    • Gaol Road
    • H91 A780, Galway, County Galway, Ireland

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Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:30
Price details
€160.00 x 1 Adult€160.00
Total
Price is €160.00
Until Thu, 13 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Connemara in minivan.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance into Aughnanure Castle.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance into Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens.

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Min 4 passengers required, or pay the price of 4 for the tour to proceed
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Aughnanure Castle

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included

Quiet Man Bridge

  • 15m

Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included

Clifden Castle (Pass by)

Ballynahinch Castle (Pass by)

Location

Activity location

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    Aughnanure Castle
    • Oughterard, Ireland, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Galway Cathedral
    • Gaol Road
    • H91 A780, Galway, County Galway, Ireland

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