Top South West Ireland Walking Tours

This is a walking tour of Cork city with commentary on the food and drinks history of the city going back to Viking days. Start at the City Art Gallery, where the merchants lived and traded in times past as the city developed from the confines of its medieval walls. See how this city was built on the trading of Butter, meat and whiskey. The English Market is central to the food history of the city and we meet some of its key traders. Enjoy selected food tastings finishing at the Market in the city centre. The tours with set times are not private however if you wish to organise a private tour outside of these times please contact us directly.

To experience the best scenic highlights of the beautiful town of Killarney and a visit to the National Park of Killarney this tour has it all. It is a fully guided tour, visiting the top highlights of the most popular town in Ireland. This fascinating & truly enjoyable walking tour offers an Irish experience like no other, including an unforgettable tour to view the magnificent National Park of Killarney.

Welcome to Cork, the rebel city of Ireland. Over the centuries, the city survived and flourished, despite Viking invasion and later Irish Civil War. This city is an architectural delight for visitors. Today, many of Cork's tourist attractions recollect its long history, and you'll find it to be an energetic, bustling city with lots of things to do. Explore its magnificent churches, the aromatic English Market, its narrow streets crammed with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, and stretch your legs by walking along the scenic river Lee. As you stroll from site to site in this charm-laden city, you will hear fun facts and tales about its rich history, culture, and people You will learn about: Monastic settlement Viking invaders Norseman settlers Trading centre in the global Scandinavian trade network Barony of Cork City Black Death Wars of the Roses Irish nationalist city Burning of Cork Irish Civil War

Cobh is best known as an early stop on the RMS Titanic’s fateful voyage in 1912, but there’s a lot more to its history than just that one event. Uncover some on this short tour of the central city. Visit a number of locations where the history of the Irish Republic was written by Cobh volunteers: safe houses and prisons, barracks and sites where raging battles took place. Discover this often-unspoken side of the city with the help of your guide, a local historian.

The open pastureland of western Ireland offers the perfect conditions for breeding goats, and the locally made cheeses are widely considered among the finest in the Emerald Isle. On this morning or afternoon tour, visit a family-run goat farm near Ennistymon and learn of Ireland’s rich goat-breeding pedigree. Pair award-winning goats’ cheeses with wine, and see for yourself the benefits of fresh air and lush grass on traditional cheese-making techniques.

Make your way through market towns and villages, across old roads, and to the top of historic castles. On the Kerry Way, Ireland's longest and most popular marked walking trail, you will witness some of the most stunning landscapes blanketed with lakes and rivers, and streams. Enjoy the scenic trail as you walk 124 km (77 miles) getting to understand the Irish landscape with every step. The adventure begins in the quaint seaside town of Glenbeigh and comes to a bittersweet end in Killarney. Circling around the Iveragh Peninsula, you will travel counterclockwise along the route, passing through many of the hidden and stunning landscapes in Ireland.

The waterfront town of Cobh in County Cork has a long and fascinating maritime history. Avoid wasting time wandering aimlessly with this guided tour, which is designed by a local historian. See key maritime sights around town, and learn about Cobh’s connections to the Titanic and Lusitania, and about the many millions of Irish emigrants who departed on ships from its port.

Stroll through Ennis, County Clare, with an award-winning tour guide to get to know the city thoroughly. On this walking your, you'll travel with a small group, which gives you plenty of personalized attention and the chance to ask questions. Visit hidden gems you might not otherwise find on your own and listen to tales of the city's history, culture, folklore, and people.

Beat the crowds and enjoy nature’s tranquility on this private tour of Killarney National Park. The first national park in Ireland, Killarney is famed for its wildly scenic landscapes, its herd of red deer, and its medieval castle; it has also served as a film set and host to famous visitors like Charles de Gaulle. Pick a start time and duration that work for your schedule, and explore at your own pace.

Private tour of Ennis with an experienced and award-winning local guide. You will explore the streets and laneways of the town while learning about the intriguing characters and stories that shaped its history. Winner of the "2019 Best Walking Tour Experience - West of Ireland" and official tour for the Rick Steves Tours in Ennis, the History & Legends Tour explores the history, methodology, legends, ghosts, poverty, murders and more of this medieval town. The guide uses rich historical sources to recreate both the drama and daily life of Ennis and its place in Irish history and her acclaimed tours provide a highly entertaining and thought-provoking experience. There is also the option to book the Haunted History Tour for a more in-depth exploration of the darker side of the towns history, or the Gourmet History Tour for a combination of the history of the town along with the history of food in Ireland and some local food tastings.

Save money by opting for an audio walking tour of Cork rather than joining a pricier guided tour. A self-guided audio tour is perfect for visitors wanting to learn more about the history or Cork, but wanting to explore at their own pace. Download the audio file and a fully detailed map of the tour and then you’ll set out for a stroll through Cork’s historic St. Patrick’s Street, the English Market, St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, and more.

Adare is a town with a very rich heritage which I will make come alive. This walking tour is fun and interesting. You will have an enjoyable experience during your visit to Adare and learn a lot about its history as I can answer any question you might have. Depending on time and your wishes we can even extend the tour with no extra charge.

This is a wonderful private tour walking through Limericks most historic & interesting places. Due to the large number of sites to view & learn of we don't tour inside any of these. If you have more time & wish to visit all the sites please let us know & to arrange a more customized tour for you.

This is a wonderful insight in the Limerick writer Frank McCourt. Told by a local historian Beano, who grew up on the same street as Frank you can't get any closer to the story. There will be a chance to question your specialist guide Beano as you travel & at the end of the tour. This is ideal for those interested in literature, academic & those wishing to learn more about the unique Limerick spirit!

This is the Best walking tour in Ireland! The times for the tours are very convenient. Our guides are all young local experts who grew up in & around the city!

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Cork Harbour is said to be the second largest natural harbour in the world, after Sydney Harbor in Australia. What is so special about it? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Did you know that County Cork is the largest county in Ireland. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Cork. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Walk along the North Side is a charming evening stroll passing many quirky curiosity shops and five bridges with countless benches along the way to gaze lovingly into each other’s eyes. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. If you literally want to show your significant other the world, make them climb the 132 steps to the top of the Shandon Bell Tower for stunning 360 views of Cork City. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Explore Ireland’s spectacular coastal landscapes on this 8-day guided walk of the Dingle Peninsula from Tralee. Follow your guide along hiking trails through the Slieve Mish Mountains and enjoy panoramic views over Tralee Bay and Slea Head. Visit pretty villages such as Annascaul and Dingle, and enjoy a full week in Ireland’s great outdoors. Spend your free time cycling, horse-riding, canoeing or simply relaxing. Traverse mighty Mount Brandon for uninterrupted views over Brandon Bay and the pretty village of Cloghane, and delve deep into the valleys of the Brandon Range.

The Cork Ghost tour is a highly entertaining way to learn about the dramatic history of Cork City. Cork Ghost Tour aims to fright and delight! Horrible Hilarious Histories, Tall Tales, Ghastly Ghost Stories & Shenanigans! A walking tour in Cork city, that takes in the sights, interweaving local ghost stories and Cork's dramatic history. Walk the streets of this ancient city as your guides will bring you on a journey into the scary past. This is more than a guided tour, as your entertaining guides dramatize the stories of the past. It is factual, and comic and you will get an unusual and honest account of the unique history of Cork City. A real Cork experience; interactive, factual, comic with an unusual and honest slant on Cork and it’s surprising history. Cork Ghost Tour is loved by both visitors and locals alike!

Cork City comes alive on this friendly interactive walk. All the guides have a deep interest and love for Cork and are quick to share stories of the past and present that make this tour a delight. Learn about the unique history, friendly people, colourful culture as well as traditions specific to Cork City. Walk around the 800-year old city you will experience the smells and sounds of the world-renowned English Market bustling with foody finds, the busy lanes of the 18th Century Huguenot Quarter and visit Burges’s magnificent French Neo-gothic cathedral. History of Cork, from monastic times into the 21st century. Through the joy of storytelling, you will also learn about other areas and places of historic interest including Shandon and University College Cork. Your guide will help you discover a variety of places to eat, drink, enjoy live music and enjoy the best entertainment Cork has to offer during your visit.

Explore nature up close by walking in the Burren National Park with an experienced local guide. Climb your way up into the mountains and be rewarded with magnificent views of the surrounding area while gaining an insight into the flora and fauna and archaeological remnants of a life long- gone by. The day is not over, as you will then tour a family farm, seeing a range of animals including Midge the Shetland Pony

"Walking promotes the health of mind, body and spirit."Allow your spirit to soar and venture with us into a land of wilderness and beauty. This walk offers you a personal journey inspired by the writings of poet and philosopher John O'Donohue. Walking at a leisurely pace takes us to a holy well, a place of solitude and reflection. Having completed the walk we move onto the Burren Perfumery where you can feed your soul in the beautiful aromatic garden and choose to have lunch or tea and scones (not included in the price).

This exhilarating walk in the Burren National Park with an qualified local guide to explore nature up close, can only be reached on foot and then experience the aromatic Burren Perfumery. Climb your way up into the mountains and be rewarded with magnificent views of the surrounding area while gaining an insight into the flora and fauna and archaeological remnants of a life long-gone by. Then tour a family farm, seeing a range of animals including Midge the Shetland Pony! Finally, visit the Burren Perfumery and herb garden. This is a small, west of Ireland-based company making cosmetics & perfumes inspired by the landscape around it. Everything is made on site, by hand, in small batches. The Burren Perfumery shop is a treasure! In apothecary chic surroundings you will discover a handpicked collection of some of the finest niche perfumes, soaps, lotions & potions. Wander through the aromatic herb garden, and finally relax in the beautiful cafe with a cup of tea & some homemade delights.

The Burren has been home to artists and writers for centuries. On this walk you will experience the essence of the Burren’s wilderness and gain an insight into the past generations who lived and farmed in this unique landscape. Seehow the legacies of our forefathers unfold.The walk highlights include: the Famine Road; Lying on the Leaba Clochmor (gaint stone bed) and visit the old homestead of Hermit Mick.Prepare to be delighted by the stories this land has to offer.