From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop at Connemara National Pk.

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Kylemore Abbey — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Diamond Mountain, Connemara National Park. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Our Connemara Day Tour from Galway offers a choice of 3 hour main stop:

Option 1. - 3 hours in the Connemara National Park.

Option 2. - 3 hours in the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 37 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–18 years) · Adults (19–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Driver/guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Live commentary on board

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entry to Kylemore Abbey - tickets can be purchased from the driver at discounted rates, cash only.
Not included: Hotel Pickup

Itinerary

Galway

15 min

Tour vehicle departs Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
Stop 2

Passing by

Turning left into the Claddagh, St. Marys Church on your right, has been a Dominican Church for nearly 500 years.

A romantic legacy of the former Claddagh fishing village is the Claddagh Ring, the traditional wedding ring of the villagers and ideal Galway gift or reminder of your visit to Galway.
Salthill Promenade

Passing by

Salthill is a vibrant area overlooking Galway Bay, the breathtaking backdrop and stunning scenery includes the famous 4km long Galway Promenade offering views of Galway Bay and the Clare Hills with several small beaches separated by rocky outcrops along its length.

A local ritual is to ‘kick the wall’ at the promenades end to signify completion of your prom walk.
Barna

Passing by

Set between timeless moorlands and the blue Atlantic Ocean, the coast road meanders westward through the picturesque villages of Barna and Furbo to the cheerful Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village of Spiddal (An Spideal).
Spiddal

Passing by

The village of Spiddal (An Spideal) on the shores of Galway Bay is a picturesque Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village. It is home to many traditional thatched roof homes, scenic coastlines, beautiful beaches and has a charming traditional appeal. Spiddal is an area which still manages to value the culture and traditions of Gaeltacht heritage.
Costelloe

Passing by

Once home to Bruce Ismay, CEO of White Star Lines and Titanic survivor.
Stop 7

10 min

The Connemara landscape along with the Wild Atlantic coastline has inspired many writers and musicians including French singer / songwriter, Michel Sandou’s popular hit ‘Les lacs du Connemara.’
Pines Island Viewpoint

10 min

Derryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance to the Inagh valley. This is a popular viewpoint for visitors to Connemara and a great place for photo opportunities of Pine Island.
Connemara

Passing by

Connemara stretches from Galway Bay in the south to Killary Harbour in the north, taking in the rugged peaks of the Twelve Bens, the gentle waters of Lough Corrib and the wild beauty of the Inagh Valley. Connemara is home to some of Irelands’ finest beaches with wide stretches of pure white sand lapped by the Atlantic Ocean.
Clifden

30 min

The unofficial residential and commercial capital of Connemara and the axis on which everything in the region turns. Founded in 1812, Clifden is positioned between the mountains and ocean and has historic links to Marconi, Alcock and Brown.
Clifden Castle

Passing by

This ruined manor house was built in early 19th century by John D'Arcy, founder of Clifden.
Sky Road

15 min

The Sky Road is one of the Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way. A 16km circular route that starts in Clifden and rises high above the Atlantic Ocean, offering spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day the view from here has to be seen to be believed.
Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre

3 hours

On todays tour you have a choice of main stop. Either 3 hours in the Connemara National Park or 3 hours at the Kylemore Abbey.

Free, accessible and richly rewarding, the Connemara National Park is a gateway to a deeper level of intimacy with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails are an idyllic hiking experience, one that climbs through wild uplands before rewarding you with jaw-dropping views across the region.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

3 hours Admission not included

For those of you who don’t wish to explore the Connemara National Park, your alternative main stop option is one of Ireland’s most iconic sights, Kylemore Abbey.

Discounted admission available.

Few buildings in Ireland or the world have such a dramatic setting or history as Kylemore Abbey. Built in the 1860’s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift to his wife Margaret, the magnificent castle at Kylemore is a must-see in Connemara. Your driver / guide will be able to source entry tickets at a discounted rate – cash only.
Stop 15

10 min

The Inagh valley is one of the most scenic valleys not just in Connemara but in the whole of Ireland. This romantic valley offers breathtaking views of peatlands, mountains, lakes and glorious countryside where sheep graze freely.
The Connemara Giant

10 min

The tiny village of Recess (Sraith Salach – riverside meadow of willows) is situated on the edge of the beautiful fishing lake of Glendalough and is home to the Connemara Giant or Con MacNamara, a statue overlooking the village car park.
Quiet Man Bridge

Passing by

The Quiet Man is a 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It Stars John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. The film is notable for its lush photography of the Irish countryside and a long climatic semi-comic fist fight.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Tour departs: Merchants Road, Galway outside the Kinlay Hostel, H91 F2KT at 09:30.

Tour vehicle will have 'Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours' branding.

Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.

Tour returns: Merchants Road, Galway at 18:30.

End point

Tour departs: Merchants Road, Galway outside the Kinlay Hostel, H91 F2KT at 09:30.

Tour vehicle will have 'Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours' branding.

Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.

Tour returns: Merchants Road, Galway at 18:30.