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Ireland's West Coast

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Wild Atlantic Way weaves and winds along the entire west coast of Ireland, showcasing breathtaking scenery of dramatic cliffs, beaches, and charming coastal towns. The world's longest coastal touring route offers countless attractions, including the popular Cliffs of Moher, the World Heritage-listed Skellig Michael monastery, and the gourmet capital of Ireland Kinsale. With its many shops, cafes, restaurants, and hotels to suit all budgets, Clifden makes a great stop-off point. Have your camera ready at all times if you want to capture the spectacular sunsets and natural marvels Wild Atlantic Way holiday is made of. When using our Ireland road trip app, you're building your holiday based on your own interests, visitor reviews, and the informed opinions of our well-traveled writers.
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Top Ireland's West Coast tours

Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $78
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Ring of Kerry Private Tour from Killarney BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $436
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Duration: 6 to 8 hours
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Shore Excursion: Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, and The Burren Tour from Galway BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $81
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Duration: 1 day
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Places to visit in Ireland's West Coast

Killarney BEST FOR: National Park, Garden, Waterfall
Galway BEST FOR: Nightlife, National Park, Landmark
Kinsale BEST FOR: Historic Site, Nightlife, Golf Course
Dingle BEST FOR: Ruin, Dolphin / Whale Watching, Nightlife
Inishmore BEST FOR: Ruin, Outdoor Activity, Hiking Trail
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Regions of Ireland's West Coast

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Killarney National Park
Killarney
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
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Cliffs of Moher
Liscannor
4.7
Duration: 1 hour
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Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre
Galway
4.7
Duration: 5h 30 min
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Blarney Castle & Gardens
Blarney
4.5
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Ireland's West Coast

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Charles Fort
Kinsale
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
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Gallarus Oratory
Dingle
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Ross Castle
Killarney
4.4
Duration: 1 hour
Holy Cross Church
Kenmare
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Ireland's West Coast

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Gap of Dunloe
Killarney
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
Scattery Island
Kilrush
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Torc Waterfall
Killarney
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Doolin Cave
Doolin
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Ireland's West Coast

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Dun Aonghasa
Inishmore
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Ireland's School of Falconry
Cong
4.9
Duration: 1 hour
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Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm
Kenmare
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Kilkee Cliff Walk
Kilkee
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Ireland's West Coast

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Dive Academy - Scuba Diving School
Inishmore
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Coumeenoole Beach
Dingle
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Dolphinwatch
Carrigaholt
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Aillwee Cave
Ballyvaughan
3.8
Duration: 1 hour

Tours in Ireland's West Coast

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Climbing Tours
Killarney
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
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Food Tours
Galway
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
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Doolin Cliff Walk
Doolin
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Walking tours
Galway
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Pedal Power Galway
Galway
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Sceal Eile Books
Ennis
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Slieve Aughty Riding Centre
Loughrea
3.4
Duration: 3 hours
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Biddy’s O’Barnes
Donegal Town
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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