Guidebook for Carraroe
Sightseeing
Carraroe
Shops, Bars, Restaurants, Pharmacy
Aer Arann Island’s airport is located at Connemara Regional Airport in the town of Inverin 14km from Toureen
7 locals recommend
Aer Arann Islands
Aer Arann Island’s airport is located at Connemara Regional Airport in the town of Inverin 14km from Toureen
Aran Island Ferries operate from Rossaveal to the islands of Inis Mór, Inis Meáin & Inis Oírr, all year round
Rossaveal (Ferry Crossroad) station
Aran Island Ferries operate from Rossaveal to the islands of Inis Mór, Inis Meáin & Inis Oírr, all year round
A small restored cottage overlooking the breathtaking lakes and mountains of Connemara, used by Patrick Pearse (1879-1916) leader of the 1916 Rising, as a summer residence
6 locals recommend
Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh
An Gort MhórA small restored cottage overlooking the breathtaking lakes and mountains of Connemara, used by Patrick Pearse (1879-1916) leader of the 1916 Rising, as a summer residence
The Connemara Loop, which is part of the Wild Atlantic Way is a scenic route that will take you in a loop around beautiful North West Connemara
6 locals recommend
Connemara Loop
Connemara LoopThe Connemara Loop, which is part of the Wild Atlantic Way is a scenic route that will take you in a loop around beautiful North West Connemara
Few towns in Ireland can match Westport's charisma and continental flavour. ... Westport is located along the shores of Clew Bay, County Mayo
141 locals recommend
Westport
Few towns in Ireland can match Westport's charisma and continental flavour. ... Westport is located along the shores of Clew Bay, County Mayo
The landscape of Lettermore is sparse and wild. This is the land of the Connemara Pony, a harsh austere landscape of rock and water with scant patches of good ground
Lettermore
The landscape of Lettermore is sparse and wild. This is the land of the Connemara Pony, a harsh austere landscape of rock and water with scant patches of good ground
There are many shopping choices, sweater shops, boutiques to antique and souvenir shops. Lunch in tea-shops, pubs and in the evenings, indulge in one of Clifden's 'Gourmet Capital' known restaurants
9 locals recommend
Clifden
There are many shopping choices, sweater shops, boutiques to antique and souvenir shops. Lunch in tea-shops, pubs and in the evenings, indulge in one of Clifden's 'Gourmet Capital' known restaurants
Three limestone islands make up the Aran Islands: Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inisheer a must visit while in the area
102 locals recommend
Aran Islands
Three limestone islands make up the Aran Islands: Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inisheer a must visit while in the area
Set between the Atlantic Ocean, 12 Ben Mountains and preserved boglands, lies the town of Clifden on the Coast of Connemara. It is one of Ireland's most loved towns.
Visit Connemara
Set between the Atlantic Ocean, 12 Ben Mountains and preserved boglands, lies the town of Clifden on the Coast of Connemara. It is one of Ireland's most loved towns.
While the view of Clifden may steal the show early in the trip, the treasures of the exhilarating 11km/7mi Sky Road route keep getting better with phenomenal views of Clifden & Streamstown Bay
21 locals recommend
Sky Road
Sky RoadWhile the view of Clifden may steal the show early in the trip, the treasures of the exhilarating 11km/7mi Sky Road route keep getting better with phenomenal views of Clifden & Streamstown Bay
Visit Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens enjoy also the Gothic Church, woodland and lakeshore walks, open to visitors all year around.
176 locals recommend
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore AbbeyVisit Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens enjoy also the Gothic Church, woodland and lakeshore walks, open to visitors all year around.
Food Scene
Hotel Carraroe
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily
Roundstone is a popular village renowned among artists and naturalists for the remarkable beauty of the surrounding mountains and seascapes
58 locals recommend
Roundstone
Roundstone is a popular village renowned among artists and naturalists for the remarkable beauty of the surrounding mountains and seascapes
World renowned hotel and sporting estate, Ballynahinch Castle offers true Irish hospitality and award-winning dining and an authentic country pub
38 locals recommend
Ballynahinch Castle
World renowned hotel and sporting estate, Ballynahinch Castle offers true Irish hospitality and award-winning dining and an authentic country pub
The restaurant at Peacockes Hotel serves excellent food daily, all produces are sourced locally where possible and all meats are of Irish origin.
6 locals recommend
Peacockes Hotel
The restaurant at Peacockes Hotel serves excellent food daily, all produces are sourced locally where possible and all meats are of Irish origin.
Barna, a picturesque little village with an excellent bathing beach nearby, namely, the Silver Strand. Barna village, in the heart of an Irish-speaking district. Has a number of great restaurants
17 locals recommend
Barna
Barna, a picturesque little village with an excellent bathing beach nearby, namely, the Silver Strand. Barna village, in the heart of an Irish-speaking district. Has a number of great restaurants
Bealadangan
Supervalue deli offer delicious take-away ready made dinners
Builin Blasta (Tasty Loaf) is a gem of a cafe located in the craft center (An Ceardlann) in Spiddal, Co. Galway.
13 locals recommend
Builín Blasta Cafe & Bakery
Builin Blasta (Tasty Loaf) is a gem of a cafe located in the craft center (An Ceardlann) in Spiddal, Co. Galway.
Supermac's
Main StreetTake-away
Tigh Giblins Bar Restaurant and Live Music venue Spiddal, Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland
8 locals recommend
Tigh Giblin
Barr Na gCurraghTigh Giblins Bar Restaurant and Live Music venue Spiddal, Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland
Pádraicíns is a maritimed themed Seafood bar & restaurant in Furbo, Connemara, right on the shores of Galway Bay
23 locals recommend
Pádraicíns Seafood Bar & Restaurant
Pádraicíns is a maritimed themed Seafood bar & restaurant in Furbo, Connemara, right on the shores of Galway Bay
Hallorans Restaurant
Main StreetExcellent, Delicious, Fresh, Local produce, Good value
The Boat Inn bar is bright and airy with a friendly, bustling atmosphere. Large bay windows look out onto the center of Oughterard village. The Boat Inn is greatly enjoyed by locals and also our welcomed visitors, may it be for a relaxing coffee break, a creamy pint of “the black stuff” or a hearty, home cooked meal
23 locals recommend
The Boat Inn
The SquareThe Boat Inn bar is bright and airy with a friendly, bustling atmosphere. Large bay windows look out onto the center of Oughterard village. The Boat Inn is greatly enjoyed by locals and also our welcomed visitors, may it be for a relaxing coffee break, a creamy pint of “the black stuff” or a hearty, home cooked meal
Nestled in the heart of the wilderness of Connemara, the Peacock Hotel is situated close to Mount Leckavrea and is surrounded by lakes. Here you will find a Bar, Restaurant and Gift Shop
Peacock's Hotel Maam Cross station
Nestled in the heart of the wilderness of Connemara, the Peacock Hotel is situated close to Mount Leckavrea and is surrounded by lakes. Here you will find a Bar, Restaurant and Gift Shop
Entertainment & Activities
Summer Camps, Adventure Activities for those wanting something a little more extreme
33 locals recommend
Killary Adventure Company
Summer Camps, Adventure Activities for those wanting something a little more extreme
Westport House and Pirate Adventure Park has welcomed over 5 million visitors with its range of heritage, family-fun and adventure activity offerings
111 locals recommend
Westport House
Quay RoadWestport House and Pirate Adventure Park has welcomed over 5 million visitors with its range of heritage, family-fun and adventure activity offerings
Everything Else
Situated on the brink of the Atlantic Ocean in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht, this unique island 9-hole course has some of the finest golf holes in the country
11 locals recommend
Connemara Isles Golf Club
Situated on the brink of the Atlantic Ocean in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht, this unique island 9-hole course has some of the finest golf holes in the country
18 holes. The par of 72 is rarely achieved on this spectacular 7,229 yard Atlantic links course. This could be influenced by the invigorating air and breathtaking scenery
28 locals recommend
Connemara Golf Club
18 holes. The par of 72 is rarely achieved on this spectacular 7,229 yard Atlantic links course. This could be influenced by the invigorating air and breathtaking scenery
St. Macdara's Island, a tiny speck of green about a half-mile long, was home in the sixth century to St. Macdara. Traditionally, mass is held on Macdara's Island once a year, on the 16th of July.
Saint Macdaras Island
St. Macdara's Island, a tiny speck of green about a half-mile long, was home in the sixth century to St. Macdara. Traditionally, mass is held on Macdara's Island once a year, on the 16th of July.
The 2015 Connemara Pony Festival will take place in Clifden from Sunday 16th August to Sunday 23rd August
Connemara Pony Breeders Society
The 2015 Connemara Pony Festival will take place in Clifden from Sunday 16th August to Sunday 23rd August
Carraroe, Carraroe
Located 7 min drive from the house
Carraroe Health Centre
Main StreetDoctor´s Clinic Tel: 00353 (0)91 595363
Parochial House
Seipéal Mhic Dara, Carraroe, County Galway
Shopping
Cogaslann Agatha
Open Monday to Saturday
Parks & Nature
Connemara National Park
Climb Diamond Mountain and bring a picnic
Arts & Culture
Clifden Tourist Office
Galway RoadFind out whats on in Connemara during your stay
Ceardlann an Spidéil, Spiddal Craft Centre and Café in Connemara at the edge of the Atlantic. We are situated directly across from Spiddal Beach or Trá an Spidéil which looks across the great expanse of Galway Bay to the unique Burren region, the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. Come and see our arts and craft people working and bring home beautiful gifts for yourself, friends or family
23 locals recommend
Spiddal Craft Village & Café
Ceardlann an Spidéil, Spiddal Craft Centre and Café in Connemara at the edge of the Atlantic. We are situated directly across from Spiddal Beach or Trá an Spidéil which looks across the great expanse of Galway Bay to the unique Burren region, the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. Come and see our arts and craft people working and bring home beautiful gifts for yourself, friends or family