Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Departing from Galway at 10:00 AM, you begin your fully guided tour of Connemara & Cong at our first photo stop near the scenic Inagh Valley. Our main stop is the enchanting Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens. The admission fee for Kylemore Abbey is charged separately at the discounted price of €14 per person (tickets are purchased in cash from your driver). Admission includes entrance to the Abbey, the shuttle bus to the walled gardens and entry to the Neo Gothic Church. There is also a restaurant where you can purchase a hearty lunch and a gift shop for souvenirs. After this visit you explore the wilder Connemara regions visiting Killary Fjord and experience the stark beauty of the valleys of Connemara through the hidden Lough Nafooey route. Arriving in Cong village, you will enjoy a 45-minute break to inspect the ruins of the Old Abbey and take a walk in Cong Woods, wander the streets made famous by the Quiet Man movie before returning to Galway by approximately 18:00
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public car park near ( Q-Park Eyre Square , Q-Park Hynes Yard)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Seats are not assigned
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore Abbey, a beautiful Connemara castle, offers much history of romance and tragedy, captivating visitors who step upon its threshold. The Abbey is a beautiful, neo-gothic, building built-in 1868 by Mitchell Henry for his wife. It is now home to the Benedictine Nuns, and here you can enjoy their excellent home cooking while visiting the Abbey and the restored walled gardens. The grounds and surrounding mountains and lakes are steeped ina rich Irish history, and you can learn all about this on our Connemara & Cong Tour. The Abbey and estate are open all year round and include the Abbey, a Gothic Church, the walled gardens, a craft shop, pottery studio, restaurant and tea rooms, as well as the lake and woodland walks. Please note the Kylemore Abbey is closed every Tuesday and Wednesday on the dates 07.11.23-23.12.23 and 08.01.24-05.02.24.
Lough Corrib
Lough Corrib is the largest lake within the Republic of Ireland and the second largest on the island of Ireland (after Lough Neagh). ( It covers 176 km² )
What‘s Included
Professional Local Driver/Guide ( English only )
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Entrance Fee to Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Gratuities
Pickup from all locations ( except main departure point )
Options
Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
Reviews
1,004 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
estherbT8734CF,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time and Anthony was a great guide and driver! The weather was bad but Anthony made sure our experience was great regardless. We had plenty of time on each of our stops and didn’t feel rushed at all. The bus was comfortable and spacious. Would definitely recommend!
Derek was our tour guide...
Bethany L,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Derek was our tour guide and he was phenomenal! We learned so much and would definitely take this tour again.
Unmissable experience
AllyW451,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time at Kylemore Abbey and on the way there with our lovely tour guide Tommy. He was very funny, knowledgeable kind and all round great company as he took us through the beautiful scenes of Connemara and Cong along the way. Thank you Tommy x
Trip was fun, well...
Kyle L,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Trip was fun, well managed and the tour guide was well-informed/friendly. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a day trip in Galway.
Wonderful tour guide - Tommy
Sherpa222392,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We can’t say enough about what an amazing guide Tommy is! He will be the reason we are coming back for the Cliffs tour next time we are in town. Thank you for a wonderful day and helpful suggestions for where to go after to make the best out of our time in Galway.
Kylemore Abby and Connemara
geoffery c,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tommy out bus driver was the best driver I’ve ever seen. His skills on the narrow roads were unmatched. His history of Ireland and his stories were amazing! Ask him to tell the joke about the priest and the bus driver. One of the best tours of my life and I’ve been on more than a few.
A-maz-zing!!!
U9598DJangelac,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolute must for this tour.Mick was our guide and I've never met a man who knew so much without over loading and keeping the whole day very funny. He definitely made our trip for us so enjoyable 😉 As for the tour, what an amazing sight. From the view on the way to the Abbey to the Abbey itself. I would definitely do this trip again in a heartbeat.
Great visit! The...
Loelia D,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great visit! The scenery was beautiful, the guide friendly. He stopped to give us time to take pictures
Personal stories made the tour even better.
Jean S,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was very interesting and full of history. I especially loved the personal stories of the people and relationships our tour guide had with these people. I almost felt I was a friend of theirs too! The buses are comfortable and the drive felt safe.
Experience as a solo female traveler
I3796EMashleyr,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tommy was an amazing tour guide, he was so knowledgeable and made sure we had enough time to explore every location thoroughly. I also felt extremely safe with Tommy as our driver!!
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