Launched in spring 2014, the Wild Atlantic Way is a 2,500 km coastal route that invites the visitor to explore Ireland’s dramatic western seaboard.
Flagged as ‘the world’s longest coastal drive’, thanks to the many headlands and inlets that beg to be investigated along the way, it aims to highlight the most dramatic landmarks and attractions while also making it easier to find the interesting little out of the way places that might otherwise be by-passed.
It can be joined at any point and is divided into five sections, the first being Donegal in the north, with the other four (Donegal-Mayo; Mayo-Clare; Clare-Kerry; Kerry-Cork) leading you right down the Atlantic seaboard to the southern counties of Cork and Kerry.
A simple route map is available on discoverireland.ie where full information on each section is given, including activities and key ‘discovery points’.
The very distinctive bright blue ‘wave’ road signs make it virtually impossible to get lost - and we have plenty of suggestions for the best places to eat, drink and stay along the way, many of which are run by people who know the west coast back to front and will help visitors to find a genuine sense of discovery along this beautiful and fascinating coastline.
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Kilcolgan, Co. Galway
Café / Producers Shop
A working post office in the Co Galway village of Kilcolgan has been home to Gran Grans Pantry since 2021. You can't miss it with its cheerful yellow paintwork, hanging baskets and welcoming outdoor tables - and, alongside a rich selection of Irish art ...
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Doolin, Co. Clare
Hotel / Restaurant
Established in 2019 by Gerry Quinn (of Rent an Irish Cottage, Abbeycourt Hotel Nenagh etc) and John Burke (Armada Hotel, Hotel Doolin), this stylish eco-conscious hotel in the centre of Doolin is part of the Fiddle+Bow Collection, which also includes 2 ...
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Londonderry, Co. Londonderry
Restaurant / Street Food
A legend for his authentic, quality-driven street food in Derry since 2013, the internationally-experienced chef and entrepreneur Kevin Pyke has developed Pyke'n'Pommes from his original riverside van to today's dual operation - a bricks & mortar r ...
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Killarney, Co. Kerry
Bar / Distillery/Brewery / Restaurant
You can’t miss this stunning state-of-the-art distillery and brewery just west of Killarney, on the Ring of Kerry road. The bold design and sheer scale make it a landmark building - and the three huge copper stills will always catch the eye and i ...
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Killarney, Co. Kerry
Restaurant
Set in the premises formerly occupied by the legendary Gaby’s seafood restaurant, Chef John O’Leary brought experience from some of Ireland's top kitchens - including Adare Manor, Pichet and the nearby Killarney Park Hotel - when he an ...
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Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Restaurant
A chic new casual dining destination in the grounds of Sheen Falls Lodge, the former stables have been stylishly converted to create an elegant restaurant and bar that's equally appealing for a casual get together or a special occasion.
Beautifully de ...
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Londonderry, Co. Londonderry
Bar / Restaurant
Appropriately located in the former catering centre of the old Ebrington military barracks, brothers David and Shaun Mc Elhone brought a treat of a new dining and socialising destination to Derry when they opened Stitch and Weave in the spring ...
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Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Restaurant
Set in an impressive modern building overlooking the golf course and designed to make the most of beautiful views over Kenmare Bay and the Beara Peninsula, Nua Vista is a gorgeous new dining venue at The Ring of Kerry Golf Club, owned and managed ...
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Downings, Co. Donegal
Restaurant with Rooms
Founded in 2015 by Donegal native Chris Healy, Goose & Gander was originally located in the small village of Carrigart but has since found a busier home on the Main Street in the centre of the small town of Downings. Located in the former Tramore I ...
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Claremorris, Co. Mayo
Restaurant / Wine Bar
The opening of La Casa brought a joyful new arrival to Claremorris in late 2023 - and, having hit the ground running, it soon became the go-to place for the area's lovers of Mediterranean food and hospitality.
And that should be no surprise, as - havi ...
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