Kildare: Private Irish Horse Country Tour from Dublin

About This Tour

This private day tour offers an exceptional journey through County Kildare, Ireland’s Thoroughbred Horse Country, showcasing its top attractions. You’ll be collected from your accommodation in a luxury vehicle reserved exclusively for your group. With your dedicated driver serving as both chauffeur and expert guide, you’re ensured a memorable and informative day. Traveling south from Dublin, you’ll arrive in scenic County Kildare, celebrated for its horse racing legacy. Start with a visit to the Irish National Stud, Japanese Gardens, and the immersive Racehorse Experience, where you’ll tour the grounds and gain insights into Ireland’s equestrian culture. Next, travel through the picturesque Curragh of Kildare to Newbridge Silverware and the Museum of Style Icons, where you can enjoy lunch, explore the famed Irish brand, and tour its unique fashion museum. At the tour’s conclusion, your guide will return you to your accommodation or any preferred location in the Dublin area.

What’s Included

• Admission to the Irish Racehorse Experience
• Private transportation
• Guided tour of the Irish National Stud
• Private, guided tour of County Kildare with a knowledgeable local driver-guide
• Visit to the Japanese Gardens
• Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Visit Newbridge Silverware Factory Tour & Museum of Style Icons
• All taxes, fees, road tolls and parking charges

What’s Not Included

• Lunch
• Optional gratuities for the driver-guide

Itinerary

1. Experience Ireland’s equine heritage up close with world-class thoroughbreds, explore beautifully landscaped Japanese and Irish gardens, and discover the history and science of horse breeding in the historic stud farm. (120 min)
2. Experience Ireland’s artistry and glamour: explore exquisite silver, jewelry, and giftware at Newbridge Silverware, then step into the Museum of Style Icons to discover iconic fashion and legendary style from Ireland’s most famous figures. (90 min)
3. Visitors to the Curragh experience Ireland’s premier horse-racing and training grounds, where expansive open plains are dotted with thoroughbred horses in training. Guests can walk along the historic racecourses, witness training sessions, and enjoy the sweeping views of Ireland’s famous flatlands. The area is steeped in equestrian history, with opportunities to learn about breeding, racing traditions, and the vital role the Curragh plays in Ireland’s horse racing heritage. (30 min)

Good to Know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommended for travelers with walk difficulties

This is a private tour. Includes skip-the-line access.