Discover the Real Ireland with Local Guides
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Meet some of our guides
A curated network of local guides across Ireland — each one chosen for their expertise, their stories, and the kind of experiences you won't find in a guidebook.
Brian Molloy
Hello! I am a Dublin born tour guide with years of experience of accompanying visitors around our "Fair City" and beyond ! I love history and story telling and as a trained actor , I have a flair for both the dramatic and the comedic as we visit the highlights of the Capital. I am a fully trained , professional guide with a "National Badge " Award.
- Historical
- Walking
- Cultural
Annemarie Duggan
I am a BAmus who likes all the arts cooking gardening fashion music history geography politics and languages French gaelic and eglish
- Cultural
- Nature
- Music Arts
Christian Lund Daniel 克里斯逖安•伦德
Currently offering local knowledge Concerige VIP Services for Dublin.
- Food Drink
- Adventure
- Cultural
Derek O'Keeffe
My journey in the Irish travel industry began early, shaped by a family love for the island’s landscapes and stories. Over more than 26 years, I have built a reputation for designing private tours that feel relaxed, thoughtful, and deeply personal. Recognised as Ireland’s 2025 Bespoke Tour Operator of the Year, I am trusted by travellers who value insight, care, and a genuine connection to the places they visit. Decades spent exploring Ireland’s quieter corners have given me an intimate knowledge of the country, from the dramatic Atlantic coastline to the understated charm of rural villages. I have an understanding of Irish history, folklore, and local life that turns each journey into a living narrative. With me as your guide, travel becomes more than sightseeing, offering moments of connection with the people, stories, and traditions that define Ireland. Known for tours that are refined yet unhurried, I brings together comfort, flexibility, and local insight in a way that feels natural and effortless. Our story and approach are reflected in every journey, whether travelling along the Wild Atlantic Way or through Ireland’s Ancient East, with guests experiencing the country at their own pace, guided by someone who knows Ireland not just as a destination, but as home.
- Private Driver Guide
- Cultural
- Food Drink
James Given
I am a very personal professional tour guide. I am very easy to spend time with. I am very flexable and have a good range of excursions in and around sligo that will inform and amaze you.
- Cultural
- Nature
- Hiking
Henry Doohan
I’m Henry Doohan, a Fáilte Ireland-approved national tour guide born and raised in Donegal, guiding visitors across Donegal, the Wild Atlantic Way and Ireland. I specialise in private Donegal tours and Wild Atlantic Way tours, sharing the stories, history and hidden places that make this part of Ireland truly unforgettable for visitors, especially those travelling from the United States. My tours are fully private and tailored to you, offering a premium luxury Ireland chauffeur tour experience in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Whether you’re exploring Donegal’s dramatic coastline, travelling the Wild Atlantic Way, or planning a multi-day Ireland itinerary, I create a relaxed, personal journey where you can discover Ireland at your own pace, beyond the typical tourist trail.
- Private Driver Guide
- Historical
- Cultural
Patrick Cooney
Over 40 Years experience touring Ireland as a Driver and Guide. I’m a fully certified badged guide. I have worked with all major tour companies.
- Private Driver Guide
- Historical
- Coastal
Desmond Phelan
Originally from County Kilkenny, Desmond is an approved tour guide with decades of experience. He combines a deep love of Irish history with a warm, witty personality. Having lived along the Wild Atlantic Way for years, he knows Ireland’s rugged coast intimately, while his heart remains in County Kilkenny, in Ireland’s Ancient East. Professional, personable, and passionate about authentic experiences, Desmond goes beyond the guidebooks - effortlessly adapting each day to suit his tour guests, creating seamless, memorable tours filled with local insight and genuine Irish charm. DESMOND TOURS - Unforgettable Tours. Not a Single Review Under 5 Stars. - https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g186616-d15692046-Reviews-Desmond_Tours-Kilkenny_County_Kilkenny.html
- Cultural
- Historical
- Private Driver Guide
Michael Cowell
Hi I am Michael Cowell founder and owner of MCT Irish Tours, we tour the 32 countries of Ireland, Your Tour, Your Vacation, our Experience.
- Private Driver Guide
- Cultural
- Food Drink
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