‘A Taste of The Burren Food Tour’

A food tasting journey through the burren

The Wild Atlantic Ways newest and most unique chauffeur driven small group Day Tour. This unique day tour combines driving through the natural beauty of The Burren and tasting the wonderful products local food producers have to offer. For all you Foodies out there this is an amazing opportunity to take a trip on a guided Food Tour, tasting your way through the Burren region, while also taking in the wonderful scenery the area has to offer.

This tour is unique and it offers you an authentic food tasting experience which stops off at some of the finest and most unique local food producers in the West of Ireland.

Sit back in the comfort of your chauffeur driven vehicle and listen to the wonderful stories about food production in The Burren region. This tour is designed around accessing these quality food establishments and getting the opportunity to meet the producers themselves, hearing their stories and taste their signature produce.

We have designed the tour to have small group sizes which ensures this exclusive Food Tour goes behind the scenes and gets to meet the local Food producers, and most importantly taste their produce. We will learn all about what’s involved in the production of each of the quality local food products. This really is one of a kind Food Tour.

Highlights Of the tour

Observe the chocolate making process in small batches. Here we taste a few of the most popular chocolates produced in the heart of the burren.

6 different types of cheeses are made here from the milk of local cows that graze the fertile Burren landscape.

Learn the techniques that are involved in smoked salmon and taste the different types.

Watch this interactive feature where the story of Irish Salmon is told

Sample a range of craft beers from one of Europe’s smallest craft beer breweries

A bowl of locally sourced Irish Seafood Chowder.

Learn the technique in opening oysters and then knock a few of them back

We end on a sweet note where we sample Ice Cream from Cows Milk that graze locally.

Hear what others are saying about our tour

We hired Jonathan to take us on a food tour through the Burren region between Galway and Doonlin and had a blast. Jonathan was entertaining, easy to get along with, affordable and safe. We were treated to artisan chocolate, homemade cheese and fudge, local pub craft beers, a distillery tour, and local smoked salmon. Johnathan knew so much about the region and all the hidden gems tourists wouldn’t have any idea about. Highly recommended.

C3558XZoliverk
June 28, 2023
Really a great tour, and a great way to discover Galway’s countryside and the local products. Jonathan is an amazing guide, who is passionate about his tour and it shows !!! I most definitely recommend it, money well spent !!!

sashac757
August 30, 2022
This is by far the most enjoyable tour I’ve experienced in Galway! Your guide, Jonathan, is knowledgeable about the local area and friendly and easy to talk to. You make several stops throughout the Burren and experience more than the food, you experience the landscape and the people as well. Because it is a small group tour, you can have a very personalised experience. I would say the highlight of the tour was delicious lunch in Lisdoonvarna at the Roadside Tavern or perhaps the bean to bar chocolate factory where you learn about the chocolate making process and try the products! Guaranteed great fun for the whole family, and a surely unique experience.

amandacU6516ZR
August 29, 2022
First let me say that Jonathan literally saved our day! We were supposed to join a different tour that didn’t show up at the Galway Coach Station. Lucky for us, Jonathan was there for this Food Tour and we were able to enjoy a wonderful day with him. He was so kind and tried calling our "no show" tour for us and even tried talking to the information desk at the station.
We have been on other food tours in the past and would rate this one near the top of our list. In addition to being kind, Jonathan is very knowledgeable about this area and each of the stops that are included on the tour. The food we got to sample was great as well as the wonderful lunch that was included.
I would highly recommend for a fun, tasty, and informative tour if you are in the Galway area.

annburger1
August 27, 2022
Really great tour. Quality stops with producers that are very passionate about their wares. The produce itself is of exceptional quality and Jonathan is an excellent guide, very friendly and informative about the local area. A really great day out for all the family. Highly reccomended.

clara05
August 18, 2022
Really great tour. Quality stops with producers that are very passionate about their wares. The produce itself is of exceptional quality and Jonathan is an excellent guide, very friendly and informative about the local area. A really great day out for all the family. Highly reccomended.

Lewis W
August 18, 2022
This food tour through the Burren was excellent. It was so interesting to learn about all the different foods and drink from the local owners of these establishments. The Burren is so Beautiful. The views are amazing. Jonathan our guide was the most professional and kindest person. So pleasant and fun. We are so glad we were able to be included on this tour. Thank you for a fantastic day Jonathan.

Patty J
July 22, 2022
5 stars!! Such a lovely day out, stayed in Galway city and spotted this tour while we were there. Such a packed day full of great real experiences. Have to say the food everywhere was so delicious and and the scenery of the Burren was amazing. Would defo recommend.

thomas k
June 28, 2022
A taste of The Burren food tour has been the highlight of our summer. It is such a fun way to spend a day, and such a unique way of exploring all the magic that The Burren has to offer. There is just something special about this area, and to eat & drink your way around it, whilst having the comfort of being driven by the fantastic (and funny!) Jonathan, well the craic was had. I will be recommending to friends & family for sure.
5 ‘s from a very happy couple!

OneQuack
June 27, 2022
We had heard about the Burren from some friends and wanted to find a way to explore it on our Irish trip from Edinburgh. We found ‘A Taste of the Burren Food Tour’ online and being big into our food we went for that. We both loved it! Jonathan was brilliant, very professional and had a huge welcome for us. The stop offs were really cool and all unique in their own way. This is perfect if you like your food and drink and want to take in a beautiful part of the world! Would definitely do it again.

barrym792
June 27, 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

It leaves from the Galway Coach Station, Fairgreen road in Galway City at 09.00am and returns at 18.00pm Wednesday to Saturday.

Eircode: H91 C2VX

No, unfortunately you have to board the coach at Galway Coach Station in the morning due to route licence regulations.

Please arrive on time at least 10 minutes before departure 09.00am, as the Tour runs on a timed schedule.

The minimum group size for this Tour to run on any day is 4 people. Should the Tour have less than 4 bookings it may be cancelled up to 24 hours before departure.

Yes you can cancel or change your dates free of charge up until 48 hours before the tour starts.

Yes on this Tour you will learn alot about quality local Food production in The Burren, there may be some places you choose not to sample the produce but we will do our best to cater for Vegetarians and Vegans, please also let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.

This Food Tour has been designed with Adults in mind, but kids and children are very welcome. We will arrange alternative tastings for them during the Beer Tasting part of the Tour.

Yes of course! If you wish to experience this as part of a private group please contact us directly. We can arrange for smaller or larger private groups based on your needs and we can also cater for Corporate Groups.