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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Clonakilty, Co. Cork
Hotel / Restaurant
One of Ireland's first seawater spa destinations, this famous hotel enjoys great views over the two ‘Blue Flag’ beaches at Inchydoney, which bring crowds to the area in summer, so many guests prefer it off-season.
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Clonakilty, Co. Cork
Restaurant / Wine Bar
Originally built in 1772 as part of an adjoining brewery, this building in the heart of Clonakilty town has been a restaurant for over a decade.
Today it has lost none of its character and charm, tempting passers-by in with its smartly presented shopf ...
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The O'Sullivans' long-established family-run bar is in an attractive location right on the harbour at Crookhaven, with tables beside the water - when it's not too busy, it can be heaven on a sunny day.
All the food served in the bar is freshly prepare ...
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Durrus, Co. Cork
Restaurant with Rooms
Philippe and Sabine De Mey’s beautiful Georgian property enjoys a stunning waterside location at the head of Dunmanus Bay. It has always been a wonderful place to eat – and to stay - and it got even better in 2014, when Philippe and Sabine' ...
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Beautifully located at the top of the village and with outdoor tables overlooking Glandore harbour, Hayes Bar has a cosy interior that is full of vintage charm - and the famously 'different' bar food style developed by Ada Hayes over almost a quarter o ...
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Glanmire, Co. Cork
Restaurant
In an almost rural location at edge of the city, this long-established restaurant has a devoted local clientèle who love the old-fashioned atmosphere, good French/Irish cooking and professional service.
An attractive entrance conservatory leads ...
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Kinsale, Co. Cork
Restaurant
Dating back to 1978, Philip and Joss Horgan's characterful restaurant high up over the harbour is one of Kinsale's longest-established. It is also one of the most popular and, housed in a series of rooms, it has great atmosphere and a garden terr ...
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Kinsale, Co. Cork
Restaurant
Run by a young couple, Olivier and Anne Marie Queva - the chef and restaurant manager respectively - Max’s has a loyal following in the locality, and it’s a happy find for visitors too.
Returning visitors may remember it as a more cottagey ...
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Kinsale, Co. Cork
Character Pub / Restaurant
Who could fail to be charmed by The Spaniard, that characterful and friendly old pub perched high up above Scilly?
Although probably best known for music (nightly), it offers bar food all year round and there's a restaurant in season. Popular tradit ...
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Kinsale, Co. Cork
Bar / Restaurant
Pearse and Mary O’Sullivan’s very popular restaurant is located at the famous Bulman bar at Summercove, near Charles Fort.
Uniquely situated on the outskirts of Kinsale - it looks across towards the town and has a sunny western aspect - Th ...
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