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Inis Oírr Day Trip: Exquisite Aran Island Experience with Ferry Ride from Galway

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9 Ratings

Rossaveel Ferry

Embark on an exquisite day trip to Inis Oírr, the smallest of the Aran Islands. Explore historical attractions, enjoy a mini-bus tour or pony and trap ride, and relax on the white sandy beach. Experience a warm Irish welcome on the luxury ferry ride from Galway.

Duration: 6 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Sailing time to Inis Oírr is approximately 50 minutes.

Ferry Departure Time: Our ferries depart daily at 10:30 from the sheltered fishing harbour of Rossaveel in Connemara, Galway. Passengers can enjoy the convenience of our shuttle bus service departing from Galway city to the ferry terminal. (Please book this service in one of our Galway city offices).

Ferry Return Time: The ferry will depart Inis Oírr at 16:30 from the pier (drop-off point), but we would advise you present for boarding 20 minutes prior to ferry departure time.

Your TripAdvisor booking confirmation is not your ticket. Tickets must be collected at our ferry terminal at Rossaveel Port or in one of our Galway city offices located at 1 Victoria Place, Merchants Rd or at 37-39 Foster St, Galway City
Please allow extra time in peak season as it is extremely busy.

If you are driving to the pier:
We recommend you present for boarding at ferry gate 30 minutes prior to ferry departure time.
We depart from Rossaveel port - 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. Please note that extra time must be allowed for parking at the harbour.

Points of Interest

Rossaveel Ferry
First Floor
1 Victoria Pl

What's Included

Round-trip ferry from Rossaveel (Galway) to Inis Oirr.

What's Not Included

Parking at Rossaveel pier.
Return shuttle bus transfer from Galway city to Rossaveel Port.

Additional Information

Known as the smallest amongst the Aran Islands, Inis Oírr (Inisheer) is filled with historical sites and embodies the essence of a tiny fishing hamlet. Embark on a journey around the island on a mini-bus tour or a pony-and-cart ride with a local guide. The island also offers bicycle rentals and houses a number of pubs and eateries, along with a beautiful white beach with glimmering waters, perfect for a refreshing swim!

Expect a heartfelt Irish welcome as you step onto the plush boats and delight in the full-service bar and refreshments throughout your 50-minute voyage to Inis Oírr.

If trip is cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a full refund or may opt to sail on a different date.

Location

Rossaveel Ferry

We depart from Rossaveel Harbour - a port 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. If you want to book a shuttle bus transfer from Galway city, please book in one of our offices.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Justenn2023

Jun 26, 2023

Upper deck has the best views! - Wonderful experience from the moment I logged on to the webpage to the moment I stepped on shore at Inis Oirr. My attention was piqued from the beautiful pictures and videos I found on social media, which pale in comparison to when the action goes live and you step on the deck. Everyone from the office to the boat crew was super friendly and accommodating. Really happy I came across these folks, too-notch. I’m already planning my next visit!

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Hazel_g

May 9, 2023

Breathe taking - The island is so pretty. Full of character. Residents so friendly. We also enjoyed the the relaxing atmosphere in the pub after our cycle.

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Veggiegirl2014

Apr 28, 2023

Beautiful - Beautiful islands, the ferry is very quick to get you there, very clean ferry and staff were helpful, would highly reccommend to everyone

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Womblebat

Apr 15, 2021

Day Trip - Fantastic Trip. Was a little concerned about being able to socially distance from other passengers on board but there was no issues there. Aran Island Ferries have plenty of space on board for everyone, and we felt very safe. The boat itself was well kept and clean. Had a lovely voyage over to Inis Oirr for a day trip, will have to go back and see the other islands soon!

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X1987xtpatricial

Jul 20, 2020

Day trip - I love this Island had to go back I've been so many times now. As a child I stayed for a month in the gaelteacht and it was one of the best times I ever had.

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Rockdocker

Jul 29, 2023

Competent service RT - Competent handling of the whole process of getting a scheduled space on a bus in Galway to take you and your luggage to Rosaville(?); from there one gets on a ferry which is scheduled and makes a 45 minutes voyage to the village of Kilronen on Inis Mor. Competent helpful staff; we did a return trip four days later and had the same experience. The waters can be a bit rough and so if you're afflicted with motion sickness you should take appropriate precautions. So far as we are aware this is one way one can get back and forth to the beautiful island of Inis Mor. There is also air service, but we know nothing about it.

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Patti_n

Jun 29, 2023

Not very accommodated - I checked the weather all week, and it was good. When we woke on day of trip it was pouring out, and the the weather app was calling for 80% rain for an outdoor trip. I called and asked if we could switch our tour to Friday, and was told no since we didn’t call prior to 24 hours. What a shame to waste money. It didn’t feel like any consideration was given. Wouldn’t book through Viator again.

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