While its landscapes might make it seem like the Wild Atlantic Way is worlds away, getting here is easy. Flights depart regularly across Great Britain, taking you to one of Ireland’s regional airports in 90 minutes or less.

No matter if you’re keen to explore the Wild Atlantic Way with four wheels, two wheels or even on foot, you’re bound to have a memorable time.

What is the Wild Atlantic Way?

The Wild Atlantic Way is Ireland’s 2,500 kilometre stretch of coastline with 15 Discovery Points along its length from Kinsale in the south to Malin Head in the north.

All along the way, you’ll find stunning hiking and biking trails, blueways and greenways. While its scenic beauty makes it worth visiting, you’re bound to meet friendly locals who are often keen to give travel tips you can’t find in a guidebook.

Donegal, Sligo and Mayo

On Ireland’s Northern Headlands and Surf Coast, eons of wind and water have etched a dramatic landscape. With the charming town of Donegal as its hub, get ready to linger over a pint at the pub, stroll through storybook castles, and daydream while looking out over vistas a camera can’t capture.

Galway and beyond

Let Galway be your muse. Stroll through its streets and be entertained by buskers and performers, tuck into a tavern for some storytelling, shop for handmade crafts and gourmet treats at its family-owned shops, or watch the world go by in Eyre Square. Beyond Galway, the stretch of shoreline around Achill Island and Clew Bay is pirate country where buccaneer myths and legends exist around every turn.

Kerry and Cork

With your own set of wheels, there’s no limit to the adventures you can have in County Cork and County Kerry. This is where you’ll find some of Ireland’s best road trips. From the solitary beaches of the Dingle Peninsula to the dramatic rocks at Mizen Head, get ready for unspoiled scenery.

The perk of visiting the Wild Atlantic Way is that the options are endless. No two journeys are ever alike. With thousands of vistas, hundreds of kilometres of hiking and cycling trails, and so many friendly towns to spend the night in, it’s bound to be an adventure.