Wild Atlantic Way Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wild Atlantic Way
Wild Atlantic Way
Muckross Abbey showing a castle, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Charles Fort featuring boating, a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Gap of Dunloe showing tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Where to stay in Wild Atlantic Way

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4/5(42 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.

Galway City Centre
English Market which includes food, markets and interior views

Cork City Centre

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
Hunt Museum showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and art

Limerick City Centre

4/5(12 area reviews)

Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.

Limerick City Centre
Killarney which includes a river or creek, landscape views and mountains

Killarney City Centre

If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Killarney City Centre
Galway City Museum showing interior views

Latin Quarter

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

Latin Quarter
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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$314 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$314
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (444 reviews)
"Worth the expense for nice rooms, restaurant and great location."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Dean Galway
City HideAway

City HideAway

3 out of 5
Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$263 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$263
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Staff friendly, quick check-in, small room but clean and modern, good shower, lots of storage for luggage, air conditioning, great location for the city or bus and train station for day trips. Ideal as a base for a short trip or onward journey."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

City HideAway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$379 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$379
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Really appreciated the space in the room. Amazing bed and plenty of room to open suitcases. Shower seemed to operate differently to all the others we have experienced. Difficult to control temperature. Aircon excellent. Location in a quiet part of town but with easy access to railway and bus stations. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Galmont
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Yugo Explore - Lee Point

Yugo Explore - Lee Point

3 out of 5
Brewery Quarter, South Main Street, Cork
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (234 reviews)
"This place is a good place to stay and the only critique is the beds are a little bit rough. A €50 mattress topper on Amazon would fix the problem. That’s just my feedback. Each apartment has a private room that’s rented out and each room has its bathroom with a private shower and toilet and sink. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Yugo Explore - Lee Point
Copley Court

Copley Court

2 out of 5
Copley St, Cork, CO
Stay at this aparthotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Trinity Bridge are located nearby.
6/10 (15 reviews)
"Big building complex. I initially could not find it because Google Maps showed it on the wrong side of the street. If you look on the correct side of the street, you cannot miss it. Parking is 1.5 blocks away at the City Hall parking garage. Copley Court gives a discount code to guests that reduces ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Copley Court
Impeccable 5-bed Cottage in Fahan Buncrana

Impeccable 5-bed Cottage in Fahan Buncrana

3 out of 5
lisfannon heights, Buncrana, County Donegal
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Buncrana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Star Amusements and Vintage Car and Carriage Museum ...
"Beautiful location overlooking Lough Swillly. Golf course and beach are 2 minutes away. Loved staying at the house with great facilities and really comfortable beds. Liam is a very accommodating host, always available and checking that we had all that we needed. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2023

Impeccable 5-bed Cottage in Fahan Buncrana
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Popular places to visit

Cliffs of Moher featuring rugged coastline and general coastal views

Cliffs of Moher

Velvety green fields drop away into sheer ocean cliffs amid the intriguing ecology and geology of Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.

Cliffs of Moher
Muckross Abbey showing château or palace, heritage elements and flowers

Killarney National Park

See the rare fauna and visit the quaint cottages adorning the picturesque lakes and forests of this mountainous national park.

Killarney National Park
Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.

Ashford Castle
Blarney Castle showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Blarney Castle

Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle.

Blarney Castle
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park showing heritage elements, a house and interior views

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

Explore a striking castle, experience life in 19th-century Ireland, walk amid manicured gardens and enjoy a medieval banquet at this family-friendly attraction.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Eyre Square showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square

Cities near Wild Atlantic Way

Dunguaire Castle which includes a river or creek, château or palace and heritage elements

Galway

Muckross House featuring flowers, a park and a castle

Killarney

Londonderry

Londonderry

Cork

Cork