Connect with authentic, rural and traditional Ireland in Galway and the West. Fall in love with our most romantic castle, now Kylemore Abbey, or explore literary Yeats; country: “Think where man’s glory most begins and ends, and say my glory was I had such friends.”
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What to do
Ruins, medieval castles, cliffs and rich folklore share a way of life that’s long since disappeared on the Aran Islands. Discover the charming town of Westport on a walking tour or seek out Trad on the Prom, where Ireland’s passionate past is shared through contemporary world-class music, song and dance.
See
Take in naturally preserved mountains & lakes on a Connemara Day Tour and see magical Kylemore Abbey. Daily, from $43.*
Cliffs of Moher & Burren Day Tour, Daily from $43*
Private Driver Hire, 8 hours from $754*
Do
Board a Ferry to the Aran Islands to explore ruins, medieval castles and cliffs and learn about rich folklore of days gone by. (Includes coach transportation from Galway and mini-bus tour on Inis Mhór). Daily, from $44.*
Westport Walking Tours, daily (May – Sep.) from $9*
Cycle the Great Western Greenway, Daily from $36*
Meet
The performers at the Trad on the Prom Irish show will share Ireland’s passionate past through contemporary world-class music, song and dance. May – Sep.; Tue., Thur. & Sat. from $44.*
Where to stay
Connect with authentic, rural and traditional Ireland in Galway and the West. Fall in love with our most romantic castle, now Kylemore Abbey, or explore literary Yeats; country: “Think where man’s glory most begins and ends, and say my glory was I had such friends.”
Ashford Castle | Cong, Co. Mayo
Ashford Castle is truly a crown jewel of Ireland and a proud member of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. There are memories to be made for all ages, from a leisurely stroll with beloved resident wolfhounds, to falconry, horseback riding and so much more.
The Ardilaun Hotel | Galway
A very traditional family owned property, with stunning gardens and close to the promenade at Salthill overlooking Galway Bay.
Solis Lough Eske Castle | Co. Donegal
Beautiful rooms and a genuine Donegal welcome come together effortlessly here. Don’t miss the amazing Celtic Cross gravestone.
The G Hotel & Spa
Glenlo Abbey Hotel
Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
Abbeyglen Castle
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