During your trip to Clare Island, Co. Mayo, you may also want to experience some of the other exciting attractions in the Mayo area. We have chosen some of the popular attractions which are readily accessible for
a day trip while in the area.
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No visit to Connemara would be complete without a visit to Killary Harbour where you will find Killary Cruises. Recognised as Ireland's only Fjord, this nine mile long inlet boasts some of the finest scenery in the West of Ireland. Our purpose-built vessel, which accommodates up to 150 passengers, offers maximum comfort and safety to our guests.
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The Céide Fields in North Mayo will certainly give you a unique experience. For this is not just another archaeological monument or visitor centre. Here you can indulge yourself in a vast prehistoric landscape, a natural wild ecology of blanket bog, dramatic cliffs and coastline, and a much acclaimed building, which has received Ireland's most prestigious architectural award.
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As well as the magnificent historical and cultural aspects Westport House and Country Park has to offer, there is also a wide range of other fun attractions and facilities (suitable for a variety of age groups) available to the day visitor. |
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Killary Adventure Company is one of Ireland's longest running adventure providers. Over 20 different activities on offer, high & low ropes course: hill walking: clay pigeon shooting: archery: rock climbing: orienteering: team challenges and kids' summer camps.
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The Story of Knock began on the 21st August 1879 when Our Lady, St. Joseph and St. John the Evangelist appeared at the south gable of Knock Parish Church. The apparition was witnessed by fifteen people, young and old. From this miraculous occurrence Knock has grown to the status of an internationally recognised Marian Shrine. |
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Croagh Patrick is renowned for its Patrician Pilgrimage in honour of Saint Patrick, Ireland's patron saint. It was on the summit of the mountain that Saint Patrick fasted for forty days in 441 AD and the custom has been faithfully handed down from generation to generation.
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Through the ingenious Historical Woollen Mill Tour you can experience life in post-famine Mayo: the poverty and deprivation of the people will astound you. A unique feature of the Historical Woollen Mill Tour is the opportunity to watch skilled crafts people produce the world famous Foxford rugs, blankets and tweeds.
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The National Museum of Ireland - Country life is the latest addition to the National Museum of Ireland and is the first branch of the National Museum to be situated outside Dublin. Located just outisde Castlebar, Co. Mayo. The exhibitions portray the lives of ordinary people who lived in rural Ireland in the period 1850 – 1950.
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Picturesque Kylemore Abbey is the home of the Benedictine nuns. The gothic castle was built by Mitchell Henry, an English businessman in 1865. After the tragic death of his wife about a decade later he lost interest in the estate and it was eventually bought by the Benedictine order The grounds and part of the Abbey are open to the public.
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Set in 260 acres of rolling parkland on the shores of Clew Bay, Westport Golf Club is situated in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, Ireland's Holy mountain amidst some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable.
Westport Golf Club is rated as one of the top golf courses in Ireland. |
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When St Patrick brought Christianity to Ireland in c.441AD, he founded a church at Ballintubber. Balintubber Abbey was founded in 1216 by King Cathal O'Conor. It is the only church in Ireland still in daily use that was founded by an Irish king |
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Surf Mayo can now become your number 1 stop for all your surfing needs in Mayo. Join in on the fully supervised surf lessons run 3 times daily by fully qualified ISA approved instructers.
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Quiet Man Cottage Museum is a novel concept which will give the visitor a total Quiet Man experience as if they were actually 'on-set'. Located by the river at Circular Road, Cong, between actual locations used for the filming, the ground floor of the cottage has been designed as an exact replica of 'White-o-Mornin' Cottage.
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O'Malley Ferries, Strake, Clare Island, Westport, Co.Mayo. Eire.
Tel: +353 98 25045 Fax: +353 98 26976
Mob: +353 86 6000204 / +353 86 8870814
Email: enquiry@omalleyferries.com |
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