Galway to Aran Islands – Inis Oirr
Smallest in size, but filled with charm
This 3km by 3km island is woven with intricate valleys, stone foot paths and small hills. Edged in a combination of sandy beaches and rocky coastline, Inis Oírr offers a different landscape around every corner and is perfect for a quiet, relaxing trip.
Tour Type
Ferry Transfer
Shuttle Service



AvailableAll Year

Duration1 Days

Departs FromGalway City

Departure PointVictoria Hotel

Departs at09:30

Group TourYes

Guided TourNo

Pick Up AvailableNo
Tour Highlights
Upon arriving to Inis Oírr, you’ll be greeted by golden sandy beaches, turquoise water and maybe even the island’s resident dolphin, Dusty! This tranquil collection of fishing villages is also home to a burial mound dating back to 1500 BC, a Medieval Church ruin buried half in the sand, and a 3-story tower built within a Stone Age fort. Among the shore, you’ll encounter a shipwreck from 1960, breathtaking views of Connemara and the Burren, and one of Ireland’s most beautiful beaches. Whichever path you take on the island, you’ll be sure to stumble upon history, traditions and a good cup of tea.
Things to do:
- Visit the Craft Shop and Arts Centre
- Pony and Trap Tours
- Bike Hire
- Walking Trails
Things to see:
- MV Plassey, a 180ft shipwreck on the southside of the island
- O’Briens Castle
- Teampall Chaomháin, a sunken chapel
Itinerary
Outbound (Galway to Inis Oírr) Timetable:
Inis Oírr Outbound | AM | PM |
---|---|---|
Bus Departs Galway | 09:30 | 17:15* |
Ferry Departs Ros a’Mhíl | 10:30 | 18:30 |
Arrive to Inis Oírr | 11:30 | 19:30 |
*17:30 Friday
Inbound (Inis Oírr to Galway) Timetable:
Ferry Departs Island | 08:00** | 16:30 |
Bus Departs Ros a’Mhíl | 09:00*** | 17:45 |
Arrive to Galway City | 10:00 | 19:00 |
**08:45 Sunday
***10:00 Sunday
Featured Stops
Getting to the Aran Islands from Galway is easy with Lally Tours. We provide a daily transport service from Galway to the port at Rossaveal (bus journey approx 1 hour). Ferry transport to Inis Oírr is approximately 45 minutes. Return ticket includes bus transport to/from Galway, and ferry transport to and from Inis Oírr.
Bus Departure Point:
Queen Street (in front of Victoria Hotel).
Bus Duration:
Approximately 1 hour
Ferry Duration:
Approximately 45 minutes
What’s Included
Inclusions
- Return bus transfer from Galway to Rossaveal Harbour
- Return ferry transfer from Rossaveal Harbour to Inis Oírr
Not Included
- Activities on the Island
- Tours on the Island
- Food & Drink
Depart from Victoria Hotel, Queen Street
Inis Oirr Harbour
Rossaveal Harbour
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