West Coast

Ireland’s Wonderful West

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With so many great travel offers plus direct flights to Shannon from major U.S. cities, Ireland's Wonderful West is nearer than you thought

  • Killarney National Park, Co Kerry

    Why the West?

    The West Coast exudes a romance like nowhere else in Ireland. It boasts an unsurpassable beauty and wild drama that is inextricably linked to the region’s culture, traditions and people. From the towering sea cliffs in Donegal and Clare, which are mercilessly beaten by the Atlantic Ocean, to the serene beauty of the Killarney National Park and the Beara Way. Ablaze with color, the West Coast offers a chance to really get away from it all, to stand on the edge and face nature in all its glory. Here, you can climb mountains, travel to remote islands, explore quiet bays or discover ancient limestone landscapes. Most important, though, in the West Coast you can experience authentically Irish culture and traditions, from the vibrant Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) region and its lively céilÍs (Irish dancing) to the multitude of festivals that celebrate the history and heritage of this fascinating region. This is also a place where relaxation comes easily. How about some downtime in a colorful fishing village with friendly locals or a weekend enjoying exceptional seafood in Ireland’s gourmet capital – Kinsale? Whatever you want to do, you can do it in the West Coast.

    The West Coast region consists of all or parts of the following counties: Sligo, Leitrim, Galway, Mayo, Donegal, Southwest Offaly, Tipperary North, West Cork, Cork City, Kerry, Clare and Limerick.

    Take a peek at that great things you can do in each county, or get inspiration from our itineraries. Check out the West Coast Tour, Shannon to Galway, the West and North West Tour, Shannon to Londonderry or the South West Tour, Cork to Kerry and back again.

Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal

Traditional Culture

See a different side to the country with a glimpse of traditional culture alive throughout the vibrant regions of the West Coast.

Listowel Fair, County Kerry

What to see and do

Get out there, feel the fresh air and experience incredibly beautiful sights and attractions.

The Cliffs of Slieve League, County Donegal

Stunning scenery

Follow in the paths of Ireland’s literary giants and explore stunning scenery from dramatic coastal cliffs to quiet bogland.

What's on in the West Region

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Foyle Clipper Events

28 Jun 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

"The penultimate leg of the 2011-2012 Round-the-World Clipper yacht race starts in Moville's neighbouring town Greencastle (3...

The Irish Open

28 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

All roads lead to the North West this June as the ever popular Irish Open takes place in Royal Portrush. The setting provides a...

Dara O Briain - Craic Dealer Live at the Marquee

28 Jun 2012 - 29 Jun 2012

€29.50 - €33.50

Rocky Mayhem 2012

28 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Back for its 2nd year, the Rocky Mayhem Festival will take place in Kilfinane, Co. Limerick on the 29th - 1st July. Once again,...

Stuck Inside of Moville - the DylanFest on the Lough

28 Jun 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

"DylanFest on the Lough will take place in the town's pubs all within easy walking distance of each other, as well as outside in...

Castlebar International Four Days Walking Festival

28 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Come and meet walkers from more than 21 countries to walk, talk and discover the bogs, rivers, mountains, flora and fauna and the...

West Cork Chamber Music Festival

29 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

The West Cork Chamber Music Festival features a breathtaking line-up of nearly 100 internationally renowned musicians playing an...

Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival 2011

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Ireland’s only Surf/Music event brings its inimitable brand of boutique chic, funky fun and great music for three days of sensory...

Pátrún Inis Mór

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Pátrún is a three-day festival which takes place on the Island of Inis Mór, Aran Islands, from the 29th June-1st July. Pátrún...

West Cork Chamber Music Festival

29 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

The West Cork Chamber Music Festival features a breathtaking line-up of nearly 100 internationally renowned musicians playing an...

Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival 2012

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jun 2012

"Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival is right on the beach and you can check the surf and the sunset from the festival site. But...

Westport Folk & Bluegrass Festival

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

The weekend in June sees national and international folk and bluegrass acts perform free gigs in venues throughout Westport. The...

Newmarket Summer Festival

29 Jun 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

Ten Days of Action Packed Activities and Entertainment for the whole family including: Parade, Fairytale Fete, Ladies Night,...

Rebel's Tag Rugby Festival

30 Jun 2012 - 30 Jun 2012

Renowned for producing some of Ireland's greatest ever athletes, Cork gets its opportunity to showcase its talents during this one...

Moy Hall Golf Classic

30 Jun 2012 - 30 Jun 2012

Golf classic fundraiser on Saturday, June 30th, in Lahinch Castle Course. Teams of 4: €120 per team. Handicap limit: men 24,...

Exploring the Environment of North West Ireland

30 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Experienced guides lead an exploration of the natural and man-made environment of the North West coast of Donegal with morning...

Traditional Crafts of Ireland

30 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

A weeklong holiday course in Tapestry weaving and knitting taught by experienced craft workers displaying the intricate skills...

Seisiún Ceolta Sí

01 Jul 2012 - 31 Aug 2012

Coelta Sí Trad Session take place on various evenings throughout the months of July & August. Visitors and locals alike can share...

Dunmanway Agricultural Show

01 Jul 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Dunmanway Show is renowned as one of the highlights on the showing circuit each summer. Walking around the showgrounds is like...

Moville Vintage Car Rally

01 Jul 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

The Moville Vintage Car Rally is now in its 38th year and is the longest running and one of the largest in County Donegal. The...

Atlantic Coast Golf Challenge 2012

02 Jul 2012 - 04 Jul 2012

3 Day Event featuring 3 magnificient Links courses, Carne Golf Links, Enniscrone Golf Club and Co. Sligo Golf Club. Individual and...

Carrick on Shannon Water Music Festival

03 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

On the shores of the River Shannon, Carrick-on-Shannon is the county town of Leitrim and offers its visitors a number of superb...

Comhaltas Summer Seisiún

04 Jul 2012 - 29 Aug 2012

"Seisiún Ceoláras Coleman offers a unique audience experience for Irish locals and visitors from abroad - a real taste of our...

Bard Summer School & festival

04 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

Bard Summer School explores the Irish myths and goes on a unique journey of discovery for their contemporary relevance. All of...

Bard Summer School

04 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

The Bard Summer School explores the Irish myths and goes on a unique journey of discovery for their contemporary relevance. All of...

Alice Underground

05 Jul 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Youth Ballet West premiers it's dazzling new ballet 'Alice Underground' in the Town Hall Theatre in Galway during the Volvo Ocean...

Galway Cathedral Recitals

05 Jul 2012 - 09 Aug 2012

The 2012 summer series of concerts in Galway Cathedral begin on Thursday evening, 5th July at 20.00, and continue each Thursday...

Fleadh Ceoil Árainn - Aran Trad Fest

06 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

Fáilte Aran are hosting its second Fleadh Ceoil Árainn - Aran Trad Fest - which will take place on Inis Mór, Aran Islands from the...

Sick Poor Society Golf Classic

06 Jul 2012 - 06 Jul 2012

With 3 golfers per team: one to count 1-9 and 11-17, 2 to count on 10th and 3 to count on 18. €75 per team. Prizes for first 6...

Cruinniú Bádóirí Acla/Achill Yawl Sailing Festival

06 Jul 2012 - 26 Aug 2012

Cumann Badóirí Acla are engaged in an ongoing campaign to foster and promote traditional yawl sailing through the medium of our...

Kenmare Golf Club Two Sisters Golf Tournament

06 Jul 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Over the last 30 years Kenmare Golf Club has become increasingly well known for its 3 Brothers Golf Tournament. With the ever...

Sligo Stages Rally

07 Jul 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

"Connacht Motor Club have for almost 30 years promoted the Sligo Stages Rally, which each year takes place in mid-July....

Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy / Willie Clancy Summer School of Traditional Music

07 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

"Now in its 40th year, the Willie Clancy Summer School of Traditional Music was established in 1973 to commemorate local uilleann...

Painting Holidays in Donegal

07 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

Painting courses for the beginner and improver in the coastal landscape of Southwest Donegal. The dramatic coastline of Sliabh...

Earagail Arts Festival

07 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

A bilingual, multi-disciplinary festival offering a national and international programme of music, theatre, visual arts,...

Cork Week

07 Jul 2012 - 13 Jul 2012

Cork Week is a unique sailing challenge, which attracts over 3,000 sailors and 60,000 visitors from Cork and around the country,...

Achill Half Marathon

07 Jul 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Why not take part in the sevent half marathon on Achill Island, and enjoy the lovely scenery along the route - a great challenge -...

Dánlann Yawl Art Gallery Painting Workshops

07 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

Weekend (Saturday & Sunday), and weekly (Monday-Friday incl.) painting workshops will take place at Dánlann Yawl Gallery beginning...

Kinsale Arts Week

07 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Kinsale Arts Week is famous for brilliant drama, art, fabulous food, music, literature and completely unforgettable events....

Hillwalking in the Donegal Highlands

07 Jul 2012 - 16 Jul 2012

Hillwaking in the Donegal Highlands including Sliabh a'Liag, Port & Glenlough. Walks are with experienced guides knowledgeable on...

West Cork Literary Festival

08 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

Sir Michael Parkinson, Anita Shreve, Paul Muldoon and Anita Desai are just some of the headliners for the 2012 West Cork Literary...

Limerick Racecourse National Hunt Racing

08 Jul 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

"Enjoy 7 National Hunt Races in the stunning surrounds of the Panoramic Restaurant where you will have breathtaking views of the...

Ballina Salmon Festival

08 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The renowned Ballina Salmon Festival is the highlight of the summer months in the West of Ireland, bringing an estimated 200,000...

Kilrush Féile Sona Family Festival

09 Jul 2012 - 11 Jul 2012

"Féile Sona has a host of events for every generation to enjoy. 2012 will see the return of the much loved singing pub competition...

Globalfest 12

09 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

Globalfest Youth Arts Festival brings together a range of events and projects by and for young people, including workshops, a...

Galway Film Fleadh

10 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The Galway Film Fleadh, Ireland's leading film festival, is a six-day international event, held every July and welcomes a...

Cahirmee Horse Fair

12 Jul 2012 - 12 Jul 2012

Cahirmee Horse Fair is one of the oldest fairs in Ireland, and is reputed to date back to the time of Brian Boru. The Duke of...

St. Barrahane's Church Festival of Music

12 Jul 2012 - 09 Aug 2012

Each year five classical music concerts of the highest quality take place in St. Barrahane's Church, Castletownshend - the village...

Irish Rowing Championships

12 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

The Irish Rowing Championships will see Ireland's top male and female rowers seeking to win a coveted National Title for their...

Kenmare Food Carnival

13 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Kenmare Food Carnival is a fun family food event showcasing the best of Kenmare's eateries, local food producers and spectacular...

Ceili, Sets and Two Hand Dancing Weekend

13 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

A weekend of ceili, sets and two hand dancing in an intimate venue. Music provided by Danny Webster and calling by Clement...

Kilkee Maritime Festival

13 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

"The 3rd Annual Kilkee Maritime Festival will take place in July and promises plenty of maritime activities to look forward to -...

Feile Iorrais - International Folk Arts Festival

13 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

Feile Iorras, the biggest Arts festival in Mayo, celebrates the folk traditions of the world. The exciting mix of Irish...

Féile Iorras

13 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

Féile Iorras takes place from the 13th-22nd July, 2012, in various venues in Erris & North West Mayo. It is an international folk...

Westport Music Festival

13 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Westport Music Festival is a family-orientated festival running nightly with music acts to suit all age groups, and takes place in...

Street Performance World Championship

14 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The Street Performance World Championships sees the best contortionists, magicians, breakdancers, comedians and all-round jesters...

Achill Painting Workshops with Padraig McCaul

14 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Two day painting workshop on Achill Island on selected dates from May to August 2012. Join artist Padraig McCaul and develop your...

Emergency Services Cycle

14 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

The West Cork Emergency Services Charity Cycle is a fun 50 mile cycle, with the emphasis on having a fun day at a leisurely...

Galway Garden Festival

14 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The third annual Galway Garden Festival is scheduled to take place at Claregalway Castle on Saturday and Sunday, 14th and 15th...

Irish Traditional Music Workshops in Harp, Flute & Whistle

14 Jul 2012 - 21 Jul 2012

Explore traditional Irish music by learning harp, flute or whistle, taught by professional Irish musicians. This course consists...

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