Private Tour
Private Tour of Newgrange and The Hill of Tara
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a 6-hour exclusive guided tour from Dublin to delve into Ireland's rich heritage. Explore the ancient Neolithic tombs of Newgrange and immerse yourself in the historical significance of the Hill of Tara in Boyne Valley. Accompanied by a knowledgeable and affable guide, you'll receive insightful commentary throughout the journey. On the return, there's a possibility of a stopover at Howth village for a delicious meal. Howth, a picturesque fishing village, boasts a lineage dating back to 819 AD, marking the arrival of Norse Vikings in its bay. It's important to note that the previously mentioned represents a potential outline of the day's activities, which your guide will thoroughly brief you on before commencing the tour.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
When booking, please indicate your preferred starting time. You can modify this at any point before the tour date by getting in touch with us.
The pricing does not cover Newgrange Tickets. Please book tickets for Newgrange site on the day of tour with us. These tickets are available for purchase up to 30 days in advance through a link we will email you after you made your booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
No admission Costs Included
Entrance Tickets to Newgrange from €6 (After booking we will send you a link to purchase tickets)
Newgrange
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Newgrange
Newgrange is a special place that's been recognized by UNESCO as important as it holds immense historical value dating back to 3,200 BC. To visit, you need to get tickets ahead of time online because they follow a "first come, first served" rule. Once you've booked with us, we'll tell you how to get those tickets.
Hill of Tara
The Hill of Tara is famous for being where the High Kings of Ireland used to rule long ago. It was an important place for politics and religion around the time of Jesus. People thought the gods lived there and that it was a way to reach eternal happiness. People say that Saint Patrick, a famous figure, went there when he came to Ireland. While you're there, your guide will share stories about ancient Celtic Kings.
Options
4 or more people
Duration: 6 hours
Newgrange and Hill of Tara
Pickup included
Newgrange and The Hill of Tara Tour: MiniVan
Pickup included
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very glad we trusted Noel with our ancient Ireland tour
R4357ORmichaels,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We needed to schedule our Newgrange tour on short notice, and Noel came through for us with less than a day's notice. We had a great time learning about ancient Ireland, and we were especially grateful for Noel's ability to customize on the fly to give us the best tour possible. The Hill of Tara didn't make sense in the weather, so we went to the Hill of Slane and Monasterboice instead. The hospitality and good company were a nice addition as well. Highly recommended!
If you wish you had family in Ireland to show you around, this is the tour for you!
754karaz,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Of our ten days in Ireland, the one we spent with Miriam of IrishTours365 was by far the most memorable and special. Miriam is a wealth of information and Irish lore, and on the drive to Newgrange (which was absolutely incredible), she painted a picture of what it's like to grow up and raise a family in Ireland. We were so lucky to have her insights as we visited the high crosses of Monasterboice, the majestic Hill of Slane, and the magical Hill of Tara. We especially loved hearing stories about fairies and banshees on the drives from site to site. Miriam charmed our kids (an 11-year-old daughter and 14-year-old son) and took really beautiful family photos -- a major plus for moms like me who often find ourselves behind the camera and in none of the pictures! Miriam made our New York City-based family feel completely at home.
The right guide & tour to kick off our Ireland vacation!
CAECB,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noel was a great guide for a group of 3 couples. He showed up on time, was engaging, had a great sense of humor, and was very knowledgeable about our destinations -- which were Newgrange, the Hill of Tara and Slane Abbey. He was always offering to take group photos in each location and he did them well. It was a full-day tour, but we were never bored and so glad to have selected the right guide!
Excellent New Grange experience
Heather S,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing. Definitely a highlight of our visit. Miriam was our guide. She was excellent and so knowledgeable about New Grange and the entire area. We could not have asked for a better experience to visit the tombs and she also took us to see really cute sheep and goats:)
Newgrange
Paul G,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such an interesting and informative trip. Noel did an excellent job of explaining the background of NewGrange and made sure we had all we needed to get into the facility. He was also very flexible and took us to at least area that was not on the least. I heartily recommend him and this tour.
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Fonda L,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Noel was awesome to be with for 6 hours. He was extremely knowledgeable on Irish history and drove the vehicle well. I would recommend Noel for anyone who wants to take a day trip.
BEST Personalized Newgrange Tour Day
758pamelaw,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this private tour and cannot say enough about our guide, Noel! He was very personable, communicated with me ahead of our trip, and went out of his way to personalize our tour day and make it work for our family’s interests and needs. Pick up and drop off were right at our hotel and, following our fascinating Newgrange tour, Noel personalized the remainder of our day to suit our family. He gave us options and we chose to stop at a castle and a charming seaside town. Truly a perfect day that would not have happened with a big group tour.
Ask for Miriam!
Sara G,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Miriam was a dream come true. The day she set for us was perfectly orchestrated. Timely pick up, fantastic information, very comfortable vehicle, and the most thoughtful lovely treatment. Miriam even captured beautiful candid photos. I'll be asking for Miriam by name next time - pure magic.
Excellent private tour to Newgrange
452nancyz,
Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Miriam was our guide and driver for the day and she was amazing! Our visit started with a stop at Boyne Valley Wools, where I got some lovely handmade Irish gifts. We then went to Monasterboice Tower, the Hill of Slane and then on to Newgrange and Knowth Passage Tombs. Miriam was knowledgeable about the whole area and made sure we were on schedule and got us to Newgrange for their tour on time. We so appreciate her team’s diligence in getting tickets for the Newgrange site, as we were unaware that it requires reservations well ahead. Highly recommend this tour!
Complete rip-off! Close to $800 for 40 minute uber ride. NOT a private tour.
Michele T,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The worst rip-off I have ever encountered. I use Viator all the time and book all sorts of tours. I would rate almost all of them highly. However DO NOT book this - it is a complete waste of money. To be very clear the actual site is tremendous and well worth doing. However, we essentially paid $750 for a 40-minute uber ride to the site. Our driver was lovely but she sat in the parking lot for 4 hours while we did the tour at the side (which we paid for separately). It was NOT a private tour. It was a ride to the site. She took us after to another site with ruins but we were rushed the whole time (maybe had about 30 minutes to walk around) because she had to get back. I could not believe how much I paid. You can do the same thing by simply taking public transportation, booking a bus, or taking an uber for hundreds of dollars less. They should be ashamed.
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