Find your local guide
Verified local guides across 26 Irish counties. Browse by region, specialty, or just have a scroll.
Brendan J. Hynes
Brendan has lived in Galway for nearly all his life and can trace the origins of his family name back to the 9th century in South Galway. He is a graduate of NUI Galway in 2014 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Archaeology and Geography and is a Failte Ireland and I.T.M.I. qualified tour professional. He has been involved in tourism since 2006 leading visitors on journeys of discovery through some of the most beautiful settings in Galway, Ireland, and the world. For leisure he enjoys travelling, reading and photography. As an experienced tour professional, Brendan can work on extended tours on an International, National and Local basis; and as a city walking tour guide. He can also work with Cruise Ships (River & Ocean) as an on board or land based tour director/manager, host or escort. For individual and group tours, he can customize an itinerary to your interests and needs to maximize your time. His gateway airports are Dublin, Shannon and Knock. So come and explore with Brendan.
- Cultural
- Historical
- Food Drink
121-Ireland-Tours
Travel in our comfortable 8-seater Mercedes V-Class limousine. You will have a professional driver / tour guide. This ensures a personal and memorable experience. Discover Ireland your way with 121 Ireland Tours, offering private, chauffeur-driven tours from Dublin for small groups of 1 to 7 passengers. Travel in comfort, avoid crowded buses, and enjoy a fully personalised Irish experience with a local driver who knows the country inside out. Whether you're visiting Ireland for the first time or returning to explore more, we create unforgettable journeys tailored to your schedule, interests, and pace
- Cultural
- Historical
- Photography
Peter O'Connor
Medieval archery lessons with tall tales and a little history on the background and lifestyle od archery through the ages. Storytelling and actual loosing of arrows is open to all. Optional is learning, and having fun.
- Cultural
- Nature
- Music & Arts
Martin Hurley
I’m a driver guide with over 20 years of experience driving tourists all over Ireland North and South.
- Driver Guide
- Photography
- Coastal
Derek Spillane
I have a BA (Hons) Degree in History and Heritage Studies and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. I hold SPSV licence and I'm an accredited National Tour Guide and limousine driver. I can trace my Galwegian roots back to 1776, to the Aran Islands and I can assist you trace your Irish roots if required. Throughout my life, I have travelled extensively around the world and realised the value of a good guide in bringing a place alive. I resolved back then to become a professional guide one day and show visitors the places I feel are unique and special. I was born in a Gaelic speaking area and would love to share a few words with you and share my passion for history and folklore. Credentials I hold a BA (Frist Class Honours) Degree in History and Heritage Studies and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, achieving a Distinction in my Level 9 Postgraduate Degree. I am a fully Accredited Failte Ireland Natiinal Tour Guide and have been offering guided tours since 2012. I have full public liability insurance and hold a B and D1 full drivers license. My expertise include Ireland's history, archaeology, architecture, literature, folklore and folklife (including Ireland's food heritage).
- Driver Guide
- Walking
- Historical