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Can you tour Ireland with limited mobility?

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What most people said

  • Most say yes: pace yourself, take breaks and skip the harder bits; many older or less mobile visitors had a great trip.
  • Several recommend guided day tours or a private driver so you can rest in the vehicle between stops.
  • Uber-style ride sharing doesn't exist; use taxis or taxi apps. Taxis generally take a folding mobility scooter; wheelchair taxis need booking ahead.
  • Bring a disabled parking badge if you have one, and get travel insurance.

What people said

  • Book one day tours from wherever you are staying - you will see a lot with a guide and not have to walk far.
  • There are disability taxis in most large towns and cities. You will need to book in advance. Wheelchair Ireland is a resource for finding information.
  • Once you can still navigate stairs and steps, as long as you plan out where you want to go and build in little breaks in the coffee shops to pace yourself, I think you would be fine.

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