Sorcha's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Connemara National Park
Beautiful Tidal island accessible by beach and road during low tide,the flora and fauna is truly breathtaking, the scenery is spectacular, on a fine day you may even be treated to the very special sound of the corncrake, the history of the island is also worth googling as is was once home to the monastic settlement of St. Feichin, the ruins of the old church is still there and St. Feichin’s Holy Well, Tim Robinson has written about this island during his time here in a Connemara
19 locals recommend
Omey Island Bay Beach
Beautiful Tidal island accessible by beach and road during low tide,the flora and fauna is truly breathtaking, the scenery is spectacular, on a fine day you may even be treated to the very special sound of the corncrake, the history of the island is also worth googling as is was once home to the monastic settlement of St. Feichin, the ruins of the old church is still there and St. Feichin’s Holy Well, Tim Robinson has written about this island during his time here in a Connemara
Killary Fjord
This is more than just the sight of the landing of Alcock and Brown on the first ever transatlantic flight , it is also the sight of the Marconi station where the first ever trans Atlantic wireless communications were transmitted from. Well worth a visit lovely walk also around the sight again lovely flora and fauna, the birds and flowers the wetlands and the sheep. Nice walk with children also very manageable and lots of information along the trail.
16 locals recommend
Alcock and Brown Landing Site
Marconi StreetThis is more than just the sight of the landing of Alcock and Brown on the first ever transatlantic flight , it is also the sight of the Marconi station where the first ever trans Atlantic wireless communications were transmitted from. Well worth a visit lovely walk also around the sight again lovely flora and fauna, the birds and flowers the wetlands and the sheep. Nice walk with children also very manageable and lots of information along the trail.
Clifden Castle
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore AbbeyBrigit's Garden & Cafe
Ballynahinch Castle
Westport
Inishbofin Ferry
R379Killary Sheep Farm
The Sheep and Wool Centre
Aasleagh Falls
St.Patrick’s pilgrimage, the saint is believed to have stopped here on his travels, it’s a great walk into the valley and the views are spectacular
Maumeen
St.Patrick’s pilgrimage, the saint is believed to have stopped here on his travels, it’s a great walk into the valley and the views are spectacular
Galway Cathedral
Knock Shrine
Aran Island Ferries Ros a' Mhíl Terminal
R372This is where you will get the best view of the Clifden area, lovely for a bike ride or drive from Clifden,
11 locals recommend
Sky Road
Sky RoadThis is where you will get the best view of the Clifden area, lovely for a bike ride or drive from Clifden,
Sports and leisure
Connemara Golf Club
Wildlands
Clifden Boat Club
The Point Pony Trekking & Horse Riding Centre
Mannion Bike Hire
Bridge StreetCleggan Beach Riding Centre
Loughwell Farm Park
Great day out for young children
A greet trip out to sea on this boat, you are sure to catch something, see dolphins and maybe some shark along the way,
Bluewater Fishing
A greet trip out to sea on this boat, you are sure to catch something, see dolphins and maybe some shark along the way,
Scubadive West
Killary Adventure Company
Food scene
Connemara Smokehouse & Visitor Centre
Beautiful fresh seafood right on our door step, the red wagon is opened daily for the summer, you can take it away or eat right by the sea shore oyster farm, you may even bring your own bottle of wine along to enjoy your meal
Doon Castle Oysters
Beautiful fresh seafood right on our door step, the red wagon is opened daily for the summer, you can take it away or eat right by the sea shore oyster farm, you may even bring your own bottle of wine along to enjoy your meal
Olivers Seafood Bar
The Woodfield Hotel
Market StreetLovely intimate setting with a huge selection of fine wines and a great bar man to help you select a wine, the food is also very good.
Lamplight Wine Bar
Market StreetLovely intimate setting with a huge selection of fine wines and a great bar man to help you select a wine, the food is also very good.
Mitchell's Restaurant
Market StreetO'Dowd's Seafood Bar and Restaurant
Main StreetNear the Connemara golf links, this pub has a great food menu, well worth a visit if your in the locality, indoor and a large out door dining area
10 locals recommend
Keogh's Bar and Restaurant - Ballyconneely
Near the Connemara golf links, this pub has a great food menu, well worth a visit if your in the locality, indoor and a large out door dining area
Based on the national park lots of lovely fresh ingredients and homemade cakes on offer
The Hungry Hiker Cafe
L11030Based on the national park lots of lovely fresh ingredients and homemade cakes on offer
Lovely café at the foot of Diamond hill in the Connemara national park, beautiful fresh foods
The Wild Goat Cafe
Lovely café at the foot of Diamond hill in the Connemara national park, beautiful fresh foods
Based on Tully Cross on the Renvyle peninsula, has a good selection of quality food and a good pint
30 locals recommend
Paddy Coynes Pub
Based on Tully Cross on the Renvyle peninsula, has a good selection of quality food and a good pint
Another great pub/ restaurant is in the village of letterfrack nice fresh seafood
28 locals recommend
Veldons Seafarer Bar & Restaurant
Main streetAnother great pub/ restaurant is in the village of letterfrack nice fresh seafood
The Abbey has it all, a great day sight seeing, beautiful gift shop a café in the walled gardens and also a really good restaurant. You can tour the castle itself and the nearby Gothic Church in the grounds.
176 locals recommend
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore AbbeyThe Abbey has it all, a great day sight seeing, beautiful gift shop a café in the walled gardens and also a really good restaurant. You can tour the castle itself and the nearby Gothic Church in the grounds.
Located right on the square in Clifden, ideal if you would like to sit outside and get a feel for the busy little town square or a very cozy indoor seated area light and bright, the restaurant upstairs is open nightly
13 locals recommend
E J Kings Bar & Restaurant
Market SquareLocated right on the square in Clifden, ideal if you would like to sit outside and get a feel for the busy little town square or a very cozy indoor seated area light and bright, the restaurant upstairs is open nightly
Looking for something a bit different and interesting this will tickle your tastebuds. Located at n the Alcock and Brown Hotel 🏨 on the square in Clifden.
7 locals recommend
The Sea Hare
Market SquareLooking for something a bit different and interesting this will tickle your tastebuds. Located at n the Alcock and Brown Hotel 🏨 on the square in Clifden.
Beautiful fresh cooked meals and bakery highly recommend this small cafe right next to the national park
Kabo Café
Beautiful fresh cooked meals and bakery highly recommend this small cafe right next to the national park
Shopping
Located in the town square. Beautiful selection of fused glass gifts, made on site, most pieces have a local story or vibe to it .
Connemara Blue
Located in the town square. Beautiful selection of fused glass gifts, made on site, most pieces have a local story or vibe to it .
Award winning boutique, with a great selection of smart/casual clothing, with a nod to sustainable materials, really nice quality timeless pieces.
6 locals recommend
Ohh! By Gum
Award winning boutique, with a great selection of smart/casual clothing, with a nod to sustainable materials, really nice quality timeless pieces.
Love Vintage
R341The clue is in the name, everything you need to know about Connemara, local produce and gifts available, they also have an electric bike hire shop.
6 locals recommend
All Things Connemara
Market StreetThe clue is in the name, everything you need to know about Connemara, local produce and gifts available, they also have an electric bike hire shop.
O'Dalaigh Jewellers - Cliffs of Moher
Main StreetWe also have a shop at the square Clifden
Hehirs Of Clifden
Market StreetStanley & Sons
Market StreetClifden Bookshop
Main StreetPubs
The Pier Bar Cleggan Connemara
Great pint of Guinness here , they also have pool table and darts,
Located 5min drive from the house, shop , post office, bar and food daily, overlooking Omey strand great location
8 locals recommend
Sweeney's Strand Bar
Located 5min drive from the house, shop , post office, bar and food daily, overlooking Omey strand great location
Newmans Bar
Live traditional music every weekend,
Mullarkey’s Bar
Late bar with great music
Festivals
Clifden Arts Festival
Unit 1 Bridge StreetConnemara Pony Sales
Galway Road