
Ireland’s epic west coast drive: Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay, and Atlantic headlands from Donegal to Cork.
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UNESCO Global Geopark of karst limestone and dramatic cliffs.
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Tipo
Coastal Destination
Extensión
2500 km
Estancia recomendada
10 días
Región
Wild Atlantic Way
The Wild Atlantic Way is one of the world’s great coastal routes, tracing Ireland’s west coast for 2,500 km through Donegal, Mayo, Galway, Clare, Kerry, and Cork. Highlights include the Cliffs of Moher plunging 214 meters into the Atlantic, the surf town of Lahinch, the artsy energy of Galway, and the remote beauty of the Dingle Peninsula.
Stand at the Cliffs of Moher visitor center
Explore Galway’s Latin Quarter
Drive the Slea Head loop on Dingle
Surf at Lahinch beach
Boat to the Aran Islands from Doolin
Descubre los secretos mejor guardados y rincones únicos que pocos conocen
Dramatic offshore monastic island visible from the Ring of Kerry coast.
Boat trips weather-dependent.
Conecta con la naturaleza y descubre paisajes únicos que te dejarán sin aliento
Clifftop path from Doolin to Hags Head with Atlantic panoramas.
Atlantic Irish cuisine: fresh oysters, soda bread, seafood chowder, and farmhouse cheeses.
Native oysters celebrated at the annual Galway Oyster Festival.
Creamy chowder with smoked fish, mussels, and potatoes.
Poured properly in a Galway or Doolin pub.
Fruited tea bread traditionally baked for Halloween.
Descubre los lugares más fascinantes e imperdibles de esta costa
Ireland’s most visited natural attraction, 214 m sea cliffs in County Clare.
Arrive early or late to avoid peak crowds.
Each point of interest has its own unique history and magic
15-22°C
25-32°C
18-26°C
10-16°C
Coastal climate; check local season.
Pleasant for swimming in peak season.
Respect flags.
Medium
Descubre Galway
Descubre Doolin
Descubre Dingle
Everything you need to know to plan your visit
May–June and September.
Respect beach flags.
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Discover the incredible coasts and marine landscapes of this destination
Atlantic surf beach backed by a promenade and golf links in County Clare.
Fine golden sand.
Clear and inviting waters.
Generally safe; follow local flags.
Access varies; check local conditions.
Limited in high season.
Beach bars nearby in season.
Seasonal services in peak months.
Three-mile sandy spit on Dingle Peninsula popular with walkers and surfers.
Fine golden sand.
Clear and inviting waters.
Generally safe; follow local flags.
Access varies; check local conditions.
Limited in high season.
Beach bars nearby in season.
Seasonal services in peak months.
City beach along Galway’s promenade with views of the Burren hills.
Fine golden sand.
Clear and inviting waters.
Generally safe; follow local flags.
Access varies; check local conditions.
Limited in high season.
Beach bars nearby in season.
Seasonal services in peak months.
Remote horseshoe bay on Ireland’s largest island off County Mayo.
Fine golden sand.
Clear and inviting waters.
Generally safe; follow local flags.
Access varies; check local conditions.
Limited in high season.
Beach bars nearby in season.
Seasonal services in peak months.
Explore the charming towns that give life and character to this coast
Bohemian city of music, oysters, and medieval lanes on Galway Bay.
Traditional music village and ferry port to the Aran Islands near the Cliffs.
Colorful harbor town on a Gaelic-speaking peninsula with dolphin tours.
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