Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Ireland (Updated 2026)

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Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail

Explore Ireland's west coast highlights on a coach and rail day trip from Dublin to the wild Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and picturesque Galway …More

Explore Ireland's west coast highlights on a coach and rail day trip from Dublin to the wild Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and picturesque Galway...

15 hours Free Cancellation
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Hurling Tours Ireland - Hurling Experience in Kilkenny

At Hurling Tours Ireland, we provide a unique cultural Irish experience for visitors. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, we give guests an opportunity …More

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At Hurling Tours Ireland, we provide a unique cultural Irish experience for visitors. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, we give guests an opportunity...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Visit traditional working sheep farm with sheepdog demo. Galway.

Visit a traditional working Connemara mountain sheep farm; Meet the farmer and his highly trained sheepdogs; Watch a sheepdog herding demonstration; In the summer months …More

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Visit a traditional working Connemara mountain sheep farm; Meet the farmer and his highly trained sheepdogs; Watch a sheepdog herding demonstration; In the summer months...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Follow the riding trail into the Knockreer Estate north of Lough Lein, taking in the essence of Killarney National Park. The stables are open all …More

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Follow the riding trail into the Knockreer Estate north of Lough Lein, taking in the essence of Killarney National Park. The stables are open all...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$121
Private Tour of Dingle Peninsula from Killarney

The Dingle Peninsula is one of the western most areas of Ireland. It contains, spectacular, unspoilt coastal landscapes and beaches. Numerous historic and prehistoric sites dot …More

The Dingle Peninsula is one of the western most areas of Ireland. It contains, spectacular, unspoilt coastal landscapes and beaches. Numerous historic and prehistoric sites dot...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$755
Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting

A sensory adventure awaits, experiencing the sights, sounds, and aroma of a distillery creating premium Irish Whiskey, Gin & Vodka, in the beautiful West Cork …More

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A sensory adventure awaits, experiencing the sights, sounds, and aroma of a distillery creating premium Irish Whiskey, Gin & Vodka, in the beautiful West Cork...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$23
Essential Dublin Walking Tour: Discover Dublin & Hidden Gems

If you've just arrived in Dublin by cruise, car or plane and have limited time in the city, our Walking Tour of Dublin provides everyone, …More

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If you've just arrived in Dublin by cruise, car or plane and have limited time in the city, our Walking Tour of Dublin provides everyone,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
VIP Private hire bespoke Dingle Sea Safari rib tour

Family private sea safari Rib experience allows you to still have the same award winning experience but you can Tailor make your own tour spending …More

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Family private sea safari Rib experience allows you to still have the same award winning experience but you can Tailor make your own tour spending...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$1,205
The Irish Dance Experience in Galway, Ireland

Feel the beat of the Wild Atlantic Way. Join us in the scenic heart of Galway city for an Irish dance workshop with a difference. …More

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Feel the beat of the Wild Atlantic Way. Join us in the scenic heart of Galway city for an Irish dance workshop with a difference....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Dublin City/U2 Private Tour Winner's of the Best Private Tour Company of Ireland

Luxury Private Tour of Dublin City and U2 Experience takes us on a tour like no other. We visit the most loved sites that Dublin …More

Luxury Private Tour of Dublin City and U2 Experience takes us on a tour like no other. We visit the most loved sites that Dublin...

8 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,362
Micil Distillery Experience 2 - Gin, Poitín and Whiskey

Step inside Galway cities only working distillery & discover the fascinating story of Ireland’s original spirit, poitín – outlawed here for over 300 years. Learn …More

Step inside Galway cities only working distillery & discover the fascinating story of Ireland’s original spirit, poitín – outlawed here for over 300 years. Learn...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$29
Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin: Including Kilkenny City

Discover the true beauty of Ireland on this wonderful day trip to the monastic site of Glendalough and oh-so colorful Kilkenny, the medieval capital of …More

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Discover the true beauty of Ireland on this wonderful day trip to the monastic site of Glendalough and oh-so colorful Kilkenny, the medieval capital of...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Blarney Kinsale & Cobh Private Tour, Badge Of Excellence

Relax in a luxury sedan or executive tourer with your own professional local guide, and let the day unfold at a pace that's perfectly yours. …More

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Relax in a luxury sedan or executive tourer with your own professional local guide, and let the day unfold at a pace that's perfectly yours....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$675
Dublin's Best Kept Secrets Tour

Don’t wear any poppies on this tour please Looking forward to meeting you just remember this tour is the fun freewheeling tour and it doesn’t …More

Don’t wear any poppies on this tour please Looking forward to meeting you just remember this tour is the fun freewheeling tour and it doesn’t...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$41
Cong The Quiet Man Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket

The Quiet Man Museum offers an on-set experience with exact replicas of all the key furnishings and artifacts from the movie including Sean Thornton’s big …More

The Quiet Man Museum offers an on-set experience with exact replicas of all the key furnishings and artifacts from the movie including Sean Thornton’s big...

5 to 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$9
Inis Oírr (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

Inis Oírr (Inisheer), the smallest of the Aran Islands, is home to numerous historical attractions and has the atmosphere of a small fishing village. Hop …More

Inis Oírr (Inisheer), the smallest of the Aran Islands, is home to numerous historical attractions and has the atmosphere of a small fishing village. Hop...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Dublin Coastal Hike with Howth Adventures

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Dublin hiking to all the highlights in Howth and panoramic views with local guides while surrounded by nature and …More

Discover all the outdoor beauty of Dublin hiking to all the highlights in Howth and panoramic views with local guides while surrounded by nature and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Cliffs of Moher, Aran Island & Burren tour from Galway. Guided.

Join this spectacular journey along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. See …More

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Join this spectacular journey along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. See...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
The Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle and Belfast - Spanish guide

See some of the island's most famous sites and attractions, discover the history of the world's most famous ship where it was built at the …More

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See some of the island's most famous sites and attractions, discover the history of the world's most famous ship where it was built at the...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$112
Howth Safari Hiking Tour

Voted Cool Shore Excursions Best of the Best. Explore Dublin's best kept secret on the only guided hike that visits the spectacular south facing paths …More

Voted Cool Shore Excursions Best of the Best. Explore Dublin's best kept secret on the only guided hike that visits the spectacular south facing paths...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$67
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