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

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Maria Edgeworth Center-A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Learn about the Edgeworth Family and its most prominent member Maria Edgeworth - a contemporary and friend of Jane Austen. Listen to wonderful stories about …More

Learn about the Edgeworth Family and its most prominent member Maria Edgeworth - a contemporary and friend of Jane Austen. Listen to wonderful stories about...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$9
Newgrange and Early Christian Ireland Private Tour from Dublin

Step into Ireland’s ancient past on the Newgrange and Early Christian Ireland Private Tour, exploring extraordinary Neolithic monuments and early Christian heritage. Begin at the …More

Step into Ireland’s ancient past on the Newgrange and Early Christian Ireland Private Tour, exploring extraordinary Neolithic monuments and early Christian heritage. Begin at the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$909
The Poetry Stroll: A Dublin Literary Walking Tour, Guided by Song

Starting from the iconic Sweny's Pharmacy, this walking tour explores Dublin's literary heritage through song, poetry and storytelling. Built around the life and work of …More

Starting from the iconic Sweny's Pharmacy, this walking tour explores Dublin's literary heritage through song, poetry and storytelling. Built around the life and work of...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$28
Boyne Valley: Private Whiskey Tour with Slane Castle Distillery

Whiskey, Heritage & Rock 'n' Roll: A Private Boyne Valley Experience Journey through the heart of Ireland’s ancient east in complete luxury on this private …More

Whiskey, Heritage & Rock 'n' Roll: A Private Boyne Valley Experience Journey through the heart of Ireland’s ancient east in complete luxury on this private...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$216
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

This guided day trip from Galway takes in the highlights of Galway Bay and wild and rugged Connemara along the new Wild Atlantic Way route. …More

This guided day trip from Galway takes in the highlights of Galway Bay and wild and rugged Connemara along the new Wild Atlantic Way route....

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (34)
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$83
Wildlife Tour

This season our tour is the perfect trip for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. On this tour we will be specifically searching for wildlife in …More

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Wildlife Tour

This season our tour is the perfect trip for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. On this tour we will be specifically searching for wildlife in...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$118
Dolphin & Whale Watching (4hrs) + Blasket Island Landing (3hrs)

This tour combines a 4 hr. dolphin and whale watching tour with a 3 hr. stop-over on the Great Blasket island. Your day is divided …More

This tour combines a 4 hr. dolphin and whale watching tour with a 3 hr. stop-over on the Great Blasket island. Your day is divided...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (42)
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$147
In Our Shoes Dublin Walking Tour

In Our Shoes Walking Tours – local guides uncovering the village within Dublin’s city centre, in this one of a kind tour. In Our Shoes …More

In Our Shoes Walking Tours – local guides uncovering the village within Dublin’s city centre, in this one of a kind tour. In Our Shoes...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$17
Taste of Connemara Tour by Electric Fat Tyre Bike

Immerse yourself in the true flavour of Connemara. A fully guided private half day excursion. Convenient roundtrip transportation from guest accommodation. Enjoy a thrilling 1.5 …More

Immerse yourself in the true flavour of Connemara. A fully guided private half day excursion. Convenient roundtrip transportation from guest accommodation. Enjoy a thrilling 1.5...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$212
Forks, Focail and Folklore - Storytelling Tour via eBike

There are is an amazing collection of stories in the local folklore of this area and during this tour we visit the areas where these …More

There are is an amazing collection of stories in the local folklore of this area and during this tour we visit the areas where these...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$87
Private Dublin (Dun Laoghaire) Top-Rated Coastal Walking Tour

Hi! My name is Marina and I’m an enthusiastic Dublin native ready to show you my beautiful hometown! Together we’ll complete a half-day walking tour …More

Hi! My name is Marina and I’m an enthusiastic Dublin native ready to show you my beautiful hometown! Together we’ll complete a half-day walking tour...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$44
Private Dublin Pub Odyssey: Storytelling, and Pub Culture

Discover Dublin’s famous pub culture with a private tour. Avoid the tourist traps that other pub tours bring you to, and experience the local pubs …More

Discover Dublin’s famous pub culture with a private tour. Avoid the tourist traps that other pub tours bring you to, and experience the local pubs...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$44
Private Tour of Newgrange and The Hill of Tara

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 …More

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...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$742
Best of Wicklow private tour by van Top guide Éamonn up to 8 PAX

When you book Eamonn, You get Eamonn! I do not farm out tours to other operators. I am all in with you! This tour has …More

When you book Eamonn, You get Eamonn! I do not farm out tours to other operators. I am all in with you! This tour has...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$899
Giant's Causeway Custom Tailored Award Winning Private Tour.

When visiting the North of Ireland there are some destinations that cannot be missed out on. We combine the most impressive highlights and custom build …More

When visiting the North of Ireland there are some destinations that cannot be missed out on. We combine the most impressive highlights and custom build...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$221
Connemara Coastal kayaking

Stunning deserted white sand beaches! This is a beautiful bay just south of Clifden with white sand deserted beaches, crystal clear water and a visit …More

Stunning deserted white sand beaches! This is a beautiful bay just south of Clifden with white sand deserted beaches, crystal clear water and a visit...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
Ring of Kerry & Skellig Ring Private Day Tour

One of Ireland's most famous drives, reaching breathtakingly beautiful places no bus tour can reach, and most self-guided tours will miss.  From the Skellig Ring …More

One of Ireland's most famous drives, reaching breathtakingly beautiful places no bus tour can reach, and most self-guided tours will miss.  From the Skellig Ring...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$908
Private Tour of Dublin Museums (Walking Tour)

This unique tour uses Ireland’s artistic and literary wealth to explain the historical moments, traditions, wars, movements, and eras that have sculpted Ireland through the …More

This unique tour uses Ireland’s artistic and literary wealth to explain the historical moments, traditions, wars, movements, and eras that have sculpted Ireland through the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$410
Russborough House and Parklands Admission and Tour Ticket

Filled with hidden treasures from the Renaissance to the 20th century, Russborough is famous as Ireland’s most beautiful Georgian house. Admire the wonderful, richly decorated …More

Filled with hidden treasures from the Renaissance to the 20th century, Russborough is famous as Ireland’s most beautiful Georgian house. Admire the wonderful, richly decorated...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$17
Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs from Kenmare, Sneem etc.

Our tour starts from one of the most beautiful town in Ireland - Kenmare. As private tour, we can customise it. We can visit some …More

Our tour starts from one of the most beautiful town in Ireland - Kenmare. As private tour, we can customise it. We can visit some...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
Private Half Day Tour To Connemara

Explore the stunning and rugged scenery of Connemara in a privately chauffeured vehicle and take in some of the most spectacular scenic views in Ireland. …More

Explore the stunning and rugged scenery of Connemara in a privately chauffeured vehicle and take in some of the most spectacular scenic views in Ireland....

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$629
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