Welcome to About Ireland Taxi Tours
At About Ireland Taxi Tours, we believe that exploring Ireland should be a rich, inclusive, and welcoming experience — for everyone. Whether you’re traveling with a mobility aid, have a visual or hearing impairment, or use any assistive technology, our goal is to ensure that both our online presence and our tours are as accessible as possible.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to meeting recognised web accessibility standards, specifically WCAG 2.1 Level AA, to make our website perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users.
We continuously review and improve our website and tour-information materials.
We welcome feedback: if you encounter any issues accessing our content, please let us know so we can work to correct them.
What Accessibility Means for Our Tours
Here’s how we support accessibility in our taxi tour services:
Mobility
Our vehicles: We have taxis that can accommodate passengers with limited mobility. When you book, please let us know your specific needs (e.g., wheelchair, walking aid) so we can arrange the appropriate vehicle.
Path access: Our tour routes consider accessibility — where possible, we include paths, viewpoints, and attractions that are more accessible.
Rest stops: We plan our tours with regular stops so travelers who need to stretch their legs or rest can do so comfortably.
We welcome assistance dogs on all tours—please inform us beforehand.
Sensory Needs
Visual impairments: We provide verbal descriptions during tours of landmarks, scenery, and key points of interest.
Hearing impairments: On request, we can supply written summaries of commentary, or provide tours with enhanced visibility / slide-style content.
Quiet / low-stimulation options: If you prefer a more relaxed tour pace or want to limit sensory overload, we’ll tailor our commentary and stops to your comfort.
Support from Our Staff
Our drivers and guides receive disability awareness training, so they are attentive to different needs. We can provide accessibility welcome packs: these include maps (with accessible paths marked), location notes for toilets, rest areas, emergency procedures, and a summary of tour stops.
Preparing for Your Visit / Tour
Here are some tips and resources to make your tour experience seamless:
Before Booking: When you make your booking, please indicate any accessibility needs in the comment section or by contacting us directly.
At Pick-Up: Let us know about mobility aids, or if you prefer assistance getting in and out of the vehicle.
During the Tour: Feel free to ask the driver/guide to pause, speak more slowly, or repeat information — our team is here to make things comfortable for you.
Restroom Access: We plan stops at locations with accessible toilets where possible.
Emergency Information: Our drivers are all local to the area you are touring, so if you ever need assistance during your tour, they can provide guidance on the nearest hospitals, doctors, pharmacies, and emergency services. Your safety and comfort are our priority, and our team is always ready to help you access the support you need. You can also contact us at the main office.
We want to hear from you
Your feedback is essential in helping us improve.
Email: info@aboutirelandtaxitours.ie
Phone: +353 86 235 2223
In-Person / On Tour: If you have concerns or suggestions during your tour, speak with your driver/guide — they are trained to help.
Ongoing Improvements
We are committed to:
- Reviewing our website accessibility at least once per year and updating as needed.
- Expanding our fleet’s accessible vehicles.
- Developing more accessible tour routes and materials.
Additional Resources
For general accessibility information about traveling in Ireland, you might find some of these resources useful:
https://www.ireland.com/en-us/help-and-advice/practical-information/accessibility/
https://www.oflynnmedical.com/rental/disabled-holidays-around-ireland/
Testimonials, what our clients say
Amazing Ireland Trip, Wheelchair Accessible
“They planned an amazing trip to Ireland for us! We started in Dublin, then went to Galway, then Killarney and back to Dublin. They were so helpful every step of the way and could easily adjust plans for us when we had a few changes arise. They are very knowledgeable about all of the attractions in Ireland and which are wheelchair accessible. My husband is a full-time manual wc user. They were able to find suitable vehicles for each leg of our journey. We had three different drivers and they were all wonderful. We highly recommend them!”
Katy P, West Lafayette
Wonderful Experience
“We had a wonderful experience with Gerry of About Ireland Taxi Tours, taking our group of four, including my adult son with special needs who uses a wheelchair, to two enchanting day trips from Dublin to Blarney Castle and Cliffs of Mower. When I first looked at photographs of the Cliffs of Mower online, I couldn’t imagine how we would ever get my son up to the summit to see the Cliffs, but then learned that there was an accessible “buggy” (golf cart) that could transport him. Gerry knew all of the ins and outs of getting the golf carts and it was truly a dream come true to take him up to the top, and view the majestic cliffs with the rugged Atlantic ocean sending moisture all the high to the top.”
Michelle Wolf
They really care about your experience – best part of our trip!
“From the beginning Bob was committed to ensuring that our family had an unforgettable experience.
I travel while using a wheelchair. Many places are inaccessible to me, but Bob knew lots of places I could experience along with my family. Further, he researched what we would need and what would be open to me before we ever set foot on Irish soil!
We spent several days doing the taxi tours with our driver, John. John and Bob knew all the best places to visit. John was very knowledgeable about the landmarks we visited, and he would stop wherever and whenever we wished! For instance, my child got wet when we visited Inch Beach and we were able to go stop at a shop and get her some dry shoes. You can’t do that on a bus tour!
Bob set us up at his recommended restaurants along the way, and he even travelled out to meet us and offer his apologies for my negative experiences with Irish rail – something he and his tour company had nothing to do with – just because he really wanted us to have an enjoyable trip.
While in Ireland, my family did self-guided tours, bus tours, and About Ireland Taxi Tours. I have to say that while the bus tours were grand, the taxi tour was one of our favorite parts. It was even much more economical than I would have thought!
I recommend About Ireland Taxi Tours to any group that wants flexibility and knowledgeable guides, has special needs or mobility equipment, is interested in history, loves hitting spots that locals know about, or just wants to be in the hands of people who really care.”
Andrea M.