Inis Meáin (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

From$40
6 hours
Galway, Ireland

Full description

Considered the most traditional and least developed of the Aran Islands, Inis Meáin (Inishmaan) is the perfect place for a scenic and tranquil trip. The island's hauntingly beautiful landscape attracts and inspires many artists, including John Millington Synge, author of 'Playboy of the Western World' and 'Riders to the Sea.' Prepare for a warm Irish welcome as you board the luxury vessels and enjoy full bar service and refreshments during your trip to Inis Meáin.

Included / Excluded

  • Return ferry from Rossaveel (Galway) to Inis Meáin.
  • Parking at Rossaveel pier.
  • Return shuttle bus transfer from Galway city to Rossaveel Port.

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Stroller Accessible

Good to know

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

Traveler reviews

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Island Less Traveled

This island is the island less traveled. The smallest of the Aran Islands, we loved hiking around the village meeting the locals (very friendly and helpful). The view of the Cliffs of Moher was stunning as well as the surrounding area. If you need to get away from it all, Inis Meain is the place!

anne_lMay 8, 2025VIATOR

Tranquil Island, It's Like Stepping Back In Time

By far the best Island of the three Aran Islands, it has not be over run by tourists, and is like stepping back in time. One great wee pub, 1 small shop and that's the height of of modern retail on the Island...The rest is a heaven of tranquillity, history, culture and tradition.. I was on Inis Oirr a few years back, and swore I would never go back... It is overrun during the summer, and Inis Mór is simply to big for my liking and to commercial.. Inis Meáin is a totally different concept.. Its quite a walk to the village , pub and shop etc, but that's what keeps the mad ferry day tripping crowds away. There's no tourist shops, pony and trap rides, chip shops or rip off merchants looking to take advantage of you... Take you time, walk around the many historic monuments and sites, have a beer, have lunch, walk, fish, or just watch life go by..

ConnaughtRamblerJan 18, 2025TRIPADVISOR

HORRIBLE!!!!

they steal from you! Run away! They rob you are only there for your money!! And then they don't give you the right address so you pay extra to actually go on the excursion!! I advise against !!

578bastienbMay 19, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Horrible!!! Don't go there

Be careful this agency steals from tourists. They don't refund you even though they give the wrong address to tourists. And if you want to take the bus they charge you 22 euros. Do not go! Be careful, this agency steals tourists. They won't refund your money even though they give tourists the wrong address. And if you want to take the next bus, they charge you 22 euros. Don't go there!

710bastienbMay 18, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Irish Pyramids

The land of rocks has a truly impressive man made wonder. More labor invested here than the pyramids of Egypt. And just as impressive to hike to the top and soak it all in.

Zach_WMay 29, 2023VIATOR

Additional information

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