Ireland · WESTPORT TOURS & EXPERIENCES
Good westport tours & experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
90-minute Clew Bay cruise from Westport with heated deck, live guide, oyster farms, Croagh Patrick views, and possible seal sightings.
“It was fantastic despite cold wind and rain, we got to see seal and guide was amazing, so knowledgeable and funny!”
Prebooked ticket for Westport House and Gardens. Explore 30+ rooms, Sicilian marble staircase, and Clew Bay views at your pace.
“Fantastic tour guide, very friendly staff, amazing story and home. Brilliant news about the new owners and how it will be resand left open for the public. The marble staircase made you feel like you were floating rather than walking.”
A 1-hour guided walking tour in Westport from Town Hall Theatre, mixing local lore, pubs, shops, and practical food tips.
“Despite the weather, the walking tour was fun and informative. Our guide Martin was excellent. Learned a lot about Westport and it’s history”
E-bike from Westport to Achill Island on the Great Western Greenway. Traffic-free 43 km views, bike training, then bus back.
“Great experience! Instructions for getting to the greenway path and following it all the way to Achill were very clear and super helpful along the route. The bikes were in good condition and perfect for the ride. We spent a bit of time up front being taught how to properly use the bike and give it a test whirl to make sure the seat height was correct and we were comfortable. The route is so very scenic and offers many opportunities to stop for pics along the way. We highly recommend this tour and are so glad we went with Paddy & Nelly!”
Visit a working sheep farm in Galway for a sheepdog herding demo, bottle-feed lambs, and stunning Killary Fjord views in about an hour.
“PJ was a fantastic host! He was very welcoming and friendly from the moment we got out of the car. PJ was eager to answer questions and demonstrate how Rex the sheep herding dog follows commands. The entire experience was first rate and we’re so thankful we were able to learn about such a valuable trade.”
Guided 1 hour horse ride from Westport to Clew Bay, with Croagh Patrick views, possible seals, and walk, trot, or canter options.
“They are very friendly and dear horses, the staff of course too! It was truly a unique experience!Auto-translated”
Walk Belmullet’s canal and coast in a small group, hearing stories from 1824 to the Spanish Armada, with art and legends.
“Bill Duffy was our tour guide and he was wonderful! I wanted to learn more about the area where my grandparents were born and this tour did not disappoint. Bill, from Black Sod spent time before researching the history and was a wealth of knowledge. He gave me a good picture of what it was like for my Great grandfather, who was born in 1812, and my grandfather who was the last of 16 children born in 1876. So thankful I signed up for this tour!”
Westport Irish Soda Bread Way: a small-group baking class where you make brown soda bread and scones, taste them with tea, and take a loaf home.
“Carmel and Mary were phenomenal hosts. It was just a fantastic morning, 6 stars without a doubt. Definitely would recommend to anyone.”
Walk Erris Head with Neal Doherty on an intimate guided loop of ocean views, birds, WW2 lookout stories, and photo stops.
“Being in the open air with unrestricted views of the ocean, the islands and the beauty that is Erris Head. Our guide was excellent knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Highly recommended. A wonderful experience!”
Walk Westport with a local English guide, see Georgian streets and flower-lined lanes, then enjoy food and pub stories on a 1.5-hour tour.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour of Westport with Deidre. She was very knowledgeable about the area and included lots of quips and jokes along the way. Very well worth the money.”
Ride horses along Clew Bay’s beach for sweeping views, Croagh Patrick sightings, Seals Rock wildlife moments, and Dora Inch Island history.
“I bought this as a gift for my grandsons they loved it staff was excellent I would definitely recommend this”
Cycle the Great Western Greenway from Westport to Achill Sound, with locks, panniers, helmets, and guided route plus return bus.
“The Great Western Greenway is the best way to view Irelands countryside. Paul hooked us up with a combination of e-bikes and hybrid bike. He gave us a thorough explanation of the entire trail. His location is ideal for quick access to the trail. He was able to help us with the shuttle back to Westport. This day of biking was may favorite memory from our Ireland vacation.”
Self-guided 42 km bike ride on Ireland’s Great Western Greenway from Westport to Clew Bay, with Croagh Patrick views and coffee stops.
“Sharing my experience whereby the service provider Paul couldn’t open the shop on the day of my trip due to a bereavement on their side.”
Private guided Connemara day from Westport or Ballina, with a top guide, fjord and castle film spots, plus free admissions on most stops.
“Neal Doherty was EXCELLENT! This was the BEST tour of Ireland. His rich knowledge of history, fun facts and love of Ireland was amazing!”
Every kind of Irish day out, and the best of each.
