# Cycling in Ireland: Greenways and Bike Tours

> Cycling in Ireland: Greenways and Bike Tours: adventure idea in Ireland’s Ancient East. Traffic-free greenways, e-bike tours and island cycling: the best ways to see Ireland on two wheels.

- Page: https://ireland360.ie/things-to-do/cycling-ireland-greenways-bike-tours
- Section: [Things to Do](https://ireland360.ie/things-to-do)
- Last updated: 2026-10-21

## Key facts

- **Category:** Adventure
- **Destination:** Ireland’s Ancient East

## Details

Ireland has invested heavily in greenways, which are traffic-free routes on old railway lines and canal towpaths. E-bikes make the hills easy. Here are the best ways to explore by bike.

### Greenways

The **Waterford Greenway** (46 km, Waterford to Dungarvan) and the **Great Western Greenway** in Mayo (Westport to Achill) are the stars. Closer to Dublin, the **Royal Canal** and **Grand Canal** greenways start in the city.

### Guided bike tours

In Dublin, a bike tour covers the city’s history in a morning. In Howth, panoramic e-bike tours climb to cliff views over Dublin Bay. In Kilkenny, guided cycles take in the castle and medieval lanes. Kinsale has coast and country e-bike routes.

### Killarney

A favourite day out: cycle through the Gap of Dunloe, then take a boat across the lakes back to **Ross Castle** with your bike on board.

### Island cycling

On Inis Mór, bikes are the best way to get around. Cycle from the pier to Dún Aonghasa and the seal colony.

Tips: hire bikes come with helmets and locks. Book e-bikes ahead in summer, and check that your tour includes a rain jacket.

## Recommended tours and attractions

- [Bike on Boat](https://ireland360.ie/tours/bike-on-boat) (Co. Kerry)
- [Aran Island Day Trip from Galway with Bike Tour & Tea Experience](https://ireland360.ie/tours/aran-island-day-trip-from-galway-with-bike-tour-tea-experience) (Co. Galway)
- [E-Bike Selection ‚-Full Day Rental](https://ireland360.ie/tours/e-bike-selection-full-day-rental) (Co. Kerry)
- [Stories and Sights of Dublin by Bike](https://ireland360.ie/tours/stories-and-sights-of-dublin-by-bike) (Co. Dublin)
- [Guided Cycling Tour](https://ireland360.ie/tours/guided-cycling-tour) (Co. Kilkenny)
- [Panoramic E-Bike Tour](https://ireland360.ie/tours/panoramic-e-bike-tour) (Co. Dublin)
- [Cycle the Coast](https://ireland360.ie/tours/cycle-the-coast) (Co. Dublin)
- [Kinsale Coast Bike Tour](https://ireland360.ie/tours/kinsale-coast-bike-tour) (Co. Cork)
- [Coast & Country E-Bike Tour](https://ireland360.ie/tours/coast-country-e-bike-tour) (Wild Atlantic Way)
- [Lough Derg Group eBike Cycle, Dip and Sauna Experience](https://ireland360.ie/tours/lough-derg-group-ebike-cycle-dip-and-sauna-experience) (Co. Tipperary)
- [Arthur’s Way and Grand Canal Greenway](https://ireland360.ie/tours/arthur-s-way-and-grand-canal-greenway) (Co. Kildare)
- [River Liffey and Grand Canal Greenway](https://ireland360.ie/tours/river-liffey-and-grand-canal-greenway) (Co. Dublin)

## Recommended places to stay

- [Alderhaven Country Home](https://ireland360.ie/accommodation/alderhaven-country-home-killarney) (Killarney, Co. Kerry)
- [Beaufort Lodge](https://ireland360.ie/accommodation/beaufort-lodge) (Beaufort, Co. Kerry)

## Hidden gems nearby

- [Kilkenny Castle](https://ireland360.ie/hidden-gems/kilkenny-castle) (Co. Kilkenny)
- [Ross Castle](https://ireland360.ie/hidden-gems/ross-castle) (Co. Kerry)
- [Dún Aonghasa – Ancient Stone Fort and Visitor Centre](https://ireland360.ie/hidden-gems/d-n-aonghasa-ancient-stone-fort-and-visitor-centre) (Co. Galway)

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