Things to do in Wild Atlantic Way, Wild Atlantic Way: The Best Historic Walking Areas

November 28, 2021 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland including Arthur Young Trail, Beara Way Walk, Sheep's Head Peninsula, Dun Chaoin Pier, Sli Grainne Mhaol, Hotel Dunloe Castle Gardens, Kirwan's Lane, Riverside Walk, Salthill Promenade, Ross Island.
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1. Arthur Young Trail

18 Muckross Drive, Killarney Ireland 353-64-31633
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Over seven kilometers in length, this scenic walking trail is named after the English writer Arthur Young.

2. Beara Way Walk

Kenmare Ireland 353-64-41233 [email protected] http://www.bearatourism.com/
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5.0 based on 70 reviews

Beara Way Walk

3. Sheep's Head Peninsula

Bantry Ireland http://www.thesheepsheadway.ie
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5.0 based on 509 reviews

Sheep's Head Peninsula

Reviewed By 223aineb

This was a walkers paradise. It was worth the long drive on the narrow road to the end of the peninsula. Some short walks as well as more challenging for the avid walker.

4. Dun Chaoin Pier

Dunquin Ireland http://www.dingle-peninsula.ie/dunquin.html
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5.0 based on 89 reviews

Dun Chaoin Pier

Reviewed By philo377 - Leicester, United Kingdom

We actually drive all the way to the bottom, the waves crashing in, the view, it’s an amazing spot! Car park at the top gives great views too.

5. Sli Grainne Mhaol

Derreens Pattens Pub, Achill Island Ireland +353 98 45172 http://www.irishtrails.ie/Trail/Sli-Grainne-Mhaol/879/
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Sli Grainne Mhaol

Reviewed By Are-any-left

Fantastic walk with really stunning views. Very well marked and easy to follow. A few seats / picnic benches en route. Takes about 2/2.5 hours. Weather was good but there had been lots of rain during the week and the ground was quite boggy in places, so would definitely recommend hiking boots for it. Well done to those involved in developing and maintaining this walk, it's fabulous!

6. Hotel Dunloe Castle Gardens

Hotel Dunloe Castle Beaufort, Killarney V93 VN5P Ireland 353-64-44111 http://www.thedunloe.com/contact
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

Hotel Dunloe Castle Gardens

These famous gardens are surrounded by the exquisite landscape known as the Gap of Dunloe.

7. Kirwan's Lane

Kirwan's Lane off Quay St, Galway Ireland +353 91 563 081 http://kirwanslane.com/
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4.5 based on 175 reviews

Kirwan's Lane

Reviewed By T9857KErachelb

Came across this little gem 25th Jan. Fabulous little quaint restaurant, never made it upstairs but we could hear fabulous music been played which carried down. Food was amazing. We had the prawns gambas to start and the prawns were beautifully cooked in garlic on sourdough bread, just wanted more.... the other dishes we had were panfried hake on chorizo risotto OMG amazing, so tasty. Also seabass in a creamy mushroom sauce. They hadn't got a children's menu but were willing to cook anything from their main menu in a more simple version. Kids both had chicken fillet with plain spaghetti pasta and they lapped it up. Staff were super friendly and attentive. Also what's more made us feel extremely welcome with the children on a busy Saturday night at 8pm. Had a beautiful bottle of Albarino wine called Charquino. Couldn't fit desert in but children had ice cream and even the presentation for the children's ice cream was pretty. Unfortunately I got no pictures but we will definitely be back and highly recommend.

8. Riverside Walk

Galway Ireland +353 91 563 081
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4.5 based on 307 reviews

Riverside Walk

Reviewed By LifeofDi

Enjoyed walking along the river, and seeing new and old buildings, interesting landscapes, and of course, the river.

9. Salthill Promenade

157/159 Upper Salthill, Galway Ireland http://www.travelsalthill.com
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4.5 based on 2,023 reviews

Salthill Promenade

Reviewed By 128annettes - Nenagh, Ireland

If I was lucky enough to live within walking distance of this lovely promenade I would indeed be a very grateful lady. Yes, it is very busy on a nice day and you do have many children, dogs, bicyclists and roller skaters to share with, bu it is a lovely walk with plenty of places to rest, breathe in that sea air and watch the world go by.

10. Ross Island

Rossbay Ross Road, Killarney Ireland 353-64-31633
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Ross Island

Reviewed By Truth00022211

It was a great day here, the walk was great and the castle is beautiful. Highly recommend when visiting Killarney.

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