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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Wild Atlantic Way: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Wild Atlantic Way
- Discover the Wild Atlantic Way path, which features 2,500 kilometres of magnificent coastline, white dunes, and dazzling seas.
- Travel along the coast to discover over 180 Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Points, where stunning views and local stories are shared.
- Feel the might of the Atlantic Ocean crashing into the base of towering coastal cliffs, stroll down huge beaches, and watch flocks of birds dance in pastel skies as the sun sets on another beautiful day.
- The West has grown in popularity in recent years, particularly since the construction of the Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland's first long-distance touring route and the world's longest defined coastal path.
- From the island's most northerly point, Malin Head in Donegal, to Kinsale in West Cork in the south, it comprises some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery, attractive communities, and excellent hospitality.
- With plenty of prominent signage throughout the route, getting lost is challenging, but getting lost is half the fun!
- More resources are now available than ever to discover and explore this beautiful region of Ireland perched on the western tip of Europe, thanks to the establishment of the Wild Atlantic Way.
- Capital: Connemara
- International Airport: Cork Airport
- Population: 6.5 million
- Currency: Euro
- Driving side: Left
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: Irish
- Religion: Christianity
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Wild Atlantic Way
- The Northern Lights shine brightly in the night sky above Malin Head.
- In the gorgeous and artistic Galway, soak up the atmosphere.
- Explore the Dingle Peninsula by bike to get the most out of your visit!
- Sunset over the Atlantic should be on everyone's bucket list. Combine that with a swim in Salthill, County Galway.
- On the Inis Meáin (Inishmaan), there are miles and miles of stone walls!
- Nothing beats a tremendous traditional session in a pub late at night.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Wild Atlantic Way
- Ireland has a warm climate, influenced by the Gulf Stream, with summer temperatures ranging from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius (60-70 Fahrenheit).
- In the spring and fall, temperatures average approximately 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas, in the winter, temperatures range between 4 and 7 degrees Celsius (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Summer is prime time for viewing Irish landscapes; hence, it is peak season.
- It may be worthwhile to plan your trip for late spring or early autumn to locate reduced rates while still enjoying long days, beautiful weather, and outdoor activities.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Wild Atlantic Way
Old Head of Kinsale
- The Old Head of Kinsale headland stretches for 3 kilometres out into the Atlantic Ocean.
- The Napoleonic Old Head Signal Tower, built-in 1805, marks the beginning of the headland.
- The Signal Tower has been renovated as a viewing point. There is a memorial park and museum dedicated to the Lusitania, which sank off this shore on May 7, 1915, killing nearly 2000 people.
- Take spectacular views of the world-class Championship Golf Links and the black-and-white banded Lighthouse from the top of the headland's Signal Tower.
- Access to the Old Head golf course and the lighthouse is generally restricted to golf club members, except a few days once or twice a year, in May and during Heritage Week in August, when locals and visitors are given bus access to the lighthouse.
Mizen Head
- Ireland's most south-westerly point is Mizen Head in County Cork.
- The Mizen Head Signal Station was built over a century ago to alert mariners of the hazardous shoreline.
- It housed Ireland's first radio beacon in 1931 and is now open to the public. A visitor centre with nautical and geological exhibits is nearby.
- The signal station and tourist centre are about a 10-minute walk from the parking lot.
- You can stroll down the 99 steps to the signal station and across the arched bridge depicted above. Seals and seabirds such as kittiwakes, choughs, and gannets should be visible.
- It is also an excellent area to see dolphins, minke, fin, and humpback whales.
Dursey Island
- Dursey Island is a really one-of-a-kind location that deserves to be a Wild Atlantic Way Signature Discovery Point.
- It is only 6.5 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide, and it is located off the southwestern edge of Cork's Beara Peninsula. Oileán Bali is the Irish name for Dursey Island (or Island of the Bull in Viking Norse).
- It is accessible via Ireland's only cable car, which spans the island and the mainland on a cable 26 metres (80 feet) over the water.
- It is Europe's only cable car that works over the ocean. Dursey Island's story is tragic and bloody. Following the Irish defeat in the Battle of Kinsale in 1602, 300 of its residents were slaughtered.
- That winter, the remaining 1,000 O'Sullivan Bere Clan members embarked on an arduous march through frigid conditions to join their kin in County Leitrim.
- All along the trip, they were assailed by both Irish and English. Only 35 of the 1,000 made it to Leitrim.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Wild Atlantic Way Off the Beaten Track
Skellig’s View, Bray Head, Valentia Island
- Bray Head is located on the western extremity of Valentia Island and offers spectacular views of the Skellig Islands.
- The Skellig Islands are currently a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting for the Star Wars film 'The Force Awakens.' Valentia Island can be reached via ferry from Renard Point on the mainland to Knightstown on the island or through a bridge from Portmagee.
- Bray Tower, a signal tower built by the English during the Napoleonic Wars in 1815, is located just below the crest of Bray Head.
- Bray Tower was recently utilised as a Navy signal station in 1907 and again during World War II (or "the emergency," as it was called in Ireland).
- During this time, coast guards put stones spelling out EIRE to warn passing pilots that they were over (neutral) Ireland. Some of these stones are still in existence today.
- There is a €2 parking lot from which to walk the 90-minute loop up to the tower and a little further to the highest point.
- The views from the tower are stunning, and even more so from the pinnacle.
- Keep small children under your control and avoid getting too close to the edge.
Blasket’s View
- The viewing platform at this site provides magnificent views of the Blasket Islands, a set of six main islands and numerous tiny islands that are no longer inhabited but are vital to the cultural history of this region, particularly the Irish language.
- The principal Blasket Islands are An Blascaod Mór (The Great Blasket), Beiginis (The Little Island), Tiaracht (Westerly Tearaght or Tiaracht), Inis Tuaisceart (North Island), Inish Tuaisceart (Inishtooskert), Inishnabro (Inis na Bró), and Inishvickillane (Inis Mhic Uibhleáin - Mac U.
- If you cannot visit the islands, you may prefer to visit the Blasket Centre on the mainland, where you may learn about the life of the islanders and enjoy the area's literary history.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Wild Atlantic Way Culture and Traditions
- The West of Ireland will awe you with its majestic views and seduce you with its calm moments, from the wind-whipped point of Malin Head in County Donegal to the warm beauty of Kinsale town in County Cork.
- With its scenery interwoven with dry-stone walls, thatched cottages, ominous mountains, and abandoned beaches, this location has inspired dreamers, drifters, poets and painters.
- Escape, explore, and experience an off-the-beaten-path trip on Europe's outskirts.
- The wildness that defines this coastline is easy to feel; it's everywhere, from towering cliffs that fall into thundering Atlantic surf to remote, weather-beaten islands.
- The West of Ireland, however, is about more than that; it is about connecting with others.
- It's the sounds of residents conversing, the warmth of a fire-lit pub, and the tapping feet of a traditional music session.
- The soul of the Wild Atlantic Way goes deep, from the essential weather to the oak-smoked salmon.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Wild Atlantic Way: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Food
#Food
- During your short stay in Carlow, swoon over the meals prepared with love at Lennon's. This creative place, set among intriguing installations and contemporary art, delivers tasty cuisine cooked with responsibly sourced ingredients.
- The Tannery, a famous Dungarvan restaurant, is tiny but welcoming, with ever-changing dishes emphasising local cuisine. Visitors can stay overnight for a lovely getaway.
- Spend a few days in Letterkenny and order a delightful Donegal Tasting Menu at The Lemon Tree, a proper presentation of the exquisite flavours available in this beautiful country.
- Back in Belmont Estate, Wicklow serves freshly roasted coffee and wood-fired sourdough pizza created to order. During your stay, indulge in culinary pleasures in the actual Roman Barn from the set of King Arthur.
Crescent Shopping Centre
#Fashion
- The Crescent Shopping Centre, located on the outskirts of Ireland's third-biggest city, Dooradoyle, is one of the region's early and most significant retail draws.
- Tesco and Shaws are among its key tenants, and it houses crucial national and international brands.
- You can shop at well-known designer brands, eat at its restaurants and cafes, and end the day with some big-screen entertainment in the centre's 12-screen cinema.
Dundrum Town Centre
#Fashion
- With over 150 retailers, this is Ireland's largest shopping centre.
- It is well-connected by public transportation and features unique brands such as Massimo Dutti, Harvey Nichols, Hollister, and House of Fraser.
- There are also around 40 cafes and dining options in the area, nightclubs, and up to twelve cinema screens.
- With education and medical centre, it's no surprise that this shopping mall was named the Most Family-Friendly Shopping Center.
Whitewater Shopping Centre
#Fashion
- In the town of Newbridge, County Kildare, Whitewater Shopping Centre is packed with stores from renowned regional and worldwide companies.
- Seasonal collections from Tommy Hilfiger, Marks and Spencer's, and H&M are available to fashion buyers.
- If you've driven all the way, you won't have any parking problems, thanks to a plentiful supply of parking spaces.
- There's a cuisine court to quench your post-shopping desires, and you can catch the latest movies at Odeon Cinema.
Arthur's Quay Park
#Fun
- Arthur's Quay Park is located in the centre of Limerick City and offers stunning views of the Shannon River and the Clare Hills.
- The riverfront walk in the city leads past Arthur's Quay Park, and King John's Castle may be seen farther up the river.
- The trees are lime trees, which provide excellent shade on hot days.
- The park is used for events all year, such as the famed Riverfest, and it is a favourite local luncheon area with plenty of seating and some peace in the heart of a bustling metropolis!
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Wild Atlantic Way: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Glenveagh Castle is a castellated palace erected between 1867 and 1873 in the nineteenth century.
- The Victorian idyll of a beautiful highland hideaway prompted its development in an isolated mountain setting.
- It was created by John Townsend Trench, a cousin of its original owner, John George Adair, with whom he grew up in Co. Laois.
- The designer appears to have mimicked the style of previous Irish Tower-houses, lending the castle an impression of antiquity.
- The building stone selected was granite, which is abundant in Donegal but challenging to deal with and allows for tiny detail.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Wild Atlantic Way Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Ballyshannon and the Rory Gallagher Festival are located along the Wild Atlantic Way, a world-famous coastal road that covers seven counties in Ireland and passes through some stunning landscapes.
- The Wild Atlantic Way is a voyage of discovery that runs from Donegal to Galway, Kerry to Cork.
- The Rory Gallagher Statue is one of the Wild Atlantic Way's best-kept mysteries.
- What are you waiting for after experiencing the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival 2022 in Ballyshannon? Along the Wild Atlantic Way, the wide road awaits.
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