Plan Your Trip
Fish may be the initial draw –
But it's by no means the only attraction.
Connemara is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Ireland – and the region offers a lot more than great fishing.
Both anglers and non-angling companions will enjoy visiting the picturesque villages of Clifden, Cleggan, Leenane and Roundstone, touring historic sites and ancient ruins, strolling the Victorian gardens at the Kylemore Abbey, and hiking well-travelled trails over the mountains and bogs of Connemara National Park. Shoppers will find a large selection of Celtic jewelry, Irish woolens, Aran sweaters, local pottery, and regional art and antiques.
Towns and Villages
Clifden is Connemara's largest town and a center for shopping, pubs and restaurants. Nearby Roundstone is one of Ireland's most scenic fishing villages and hosts pubs, restaurants and a small bodhran (Irish drum) factory. Cleggan is a few miles north of Clifden on the seashore and the departure port for the mail boat trip to Inishbofin Island. Nearby Claddaghduff is on the way to Orney Island, which is only accessible during low tide. Leenane is a lovely fishing village perched on the edge of Ireland's only fjord, Killary Harbour.
General Information
Irish Tourist Board
www.discoverireland.com
Failte Ireland / Discover Ireland
www.discoverireland.com
Connemara Tourism:
www.connemara.ie
What's On – Connemara (Visitor's Guide)
www.connemara.net
Connemara Island – Welcome to Connemara
www.connemaraireland.com
Connemara National Park:
www.connemaranationalpark.ie
The Irish Times (Newspaper)
www.irishtimes.com
Clifden Information:
www.clifdenchamber.ie
www.clifdenartsweek.ie
www.connemaraheritage.com
Roundstone Village Information:
www.roundstone.ie
www.roundstone-connemara.com
www.bodhran.com
www.roundstoneevents.com
www.roundstoneregatta.com
Letterfrack, Leenane & Killary Harbour:
Admittedly, you might be remiss to spend
the entire time fishing.
It's no wonder that Connemara is a favorite vacation destination for both the Irish and Europeans – there's so much to do:
Golf:
The Connemara Championship Golf Links are on par with any in Ireland, Scotland or Britain. 27 holes meander along the Atlantic coast and back up into the hills, framed by a backdrop of the beautiful Twelve Bens mountain range. The main course was designed by Eddie Hackett and measures over 7,000 yards while rated for a par 72. During play you'll see an historic castle, Connemara ponies and wild swans. Located in Ballyconneely, a few miles south of Clifden, the oceanside clubhouse features a restaurant and bar, and the pro shop rents clubs and golf carts (called buggies) and is well-staffed with expert caddies.
Connemara Championship Golf Links
www.connemaragolflinks.com
Email: info@connemaragolflinks.net
Connemara Isles Golf Club
www.connemaraislesgolf.com
Email: info@connemaraislesgolf.com
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Horseback Riding:
Three high-quality riding centers offer treks of every description for riders of all skill levels. You'll ride on Connemara ponies, which are actually large, handsome horses said to have descended from Spanish stallions that swam ashore when the Armada was wrecked in a fearsome storm off the coast near Clifden in 1588. Riding hats and boots are available for rent, and riding lessons are available by appointment.
The Cleggan Beach Riding Centre
www.clegganbeachridingcentre.com
Email: jcaz@eircom.net
The Errislannan Riding Centre
Email: errislannanmanor@eircom.net
www.errislannanmanor.com
The Point Pony Trekking and Horse Riding Centre
info@thepointponytrekkingcentre.com
www.thepointponytrekkingcentre.com
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Cycling
Mannion's Cycles in Clifden rents mountain and hybrid bycles on a daily or weekly basis – and offers a full range of other cycling supplies, plus maps and advice for tours for cyclists of every skill level.
Mannion's Cycles
Tel: (0)95 21160
Email: jbtmannion@yahoo.com
www.clifdenbikes.com
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Seaweed Baths
The Connemara Seaweed Baths are located in Leenane, where you can soak in hot bath of saltwater and freshly harvested seaweed, relax in their sauna or steam room, and revive in ice-cold mountain spring water. The baths are said to cure a litany of ailments while detoxifying your system and creating a general sense of well-being in one of the most unusual spa experiences you may ever encounter.
Connemara Seaweed Baths
Email: info@connemaraseaweedbaths.com
www.ConnemaraSeaweedBaths.com
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Hill Walking
The Irish have perfected the art and pastime of hill walking, and Connemara offers some of the most enjoyable walking adventures in Ireland. Whether you trek over the mountains, across the moors or through the bogs, we can guarantee you'll see sights and enjoy outdoor experiences you've never even imagined before. Two local companies provide free advice – as well as experienced guides and scheduled walking tours tailored to the physical abilities of almost everyone.
Walking Connemara Safaris
www.walkingconnemara.com
Walk Connemara, Paul Phelan
www.walkconnemara.com
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Traditional Music
Connemara is an important center for traditional Irish music, and many of the pubs in Roundstone, Clifden, and the outlying villages have scheduled and unscheduled "sessions" in the evenings. The owner or manager of your B&B, country house or hotel will know what's going on in town, so don't hesitate to ask – and join in the craic (fun).
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Health Spa/Massage/Sauna
Treat yourself or your spouse to a day of rejeuvenation at one if Connemara's day spas. A place where time stands still:
Delphi Mountain Resort
www.delphimountain resort.com
An Bhean Feasa Health Shop & Holistic Therapy Centre, Clifden
www.clifdenhealthandtherapy.com
The Treatment Room @ Abbeyglen Castle Hotel, Clifden | www.abbeyglen.ie
Renew @ The Station House Hotel, Clifden
There’s more to Connemara than amazing fishing.
Not that there needs to be.
The best part of visiting Connemara is the wealth of things to do in addition to fishing. The scenery alone is worth driving around the region to see, so be sure to take some time to visit the many sites Connemara has to offer. Here are a few of our favorites:
Connemara National Park
Located on the north slope of the Twelve Bens mountain range, this 7,000 acre wilderness park is composed of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands that are crisscrossed by well-maintained hiking trails.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Steeped in history, romance and tragedy, the magnificent Kylemore Abbey, gothic chapel, tea room and adjoining 6-acre Victorian walled garden compose one of the most popular tours in the west of Ireland.
Connemara Heritage & History Centre
A reconstructed crannóg, ring fort and a clochaun gives a glimpse into life in Connemara during ancient times. The Dan O'Hara's Homestead recreates life in Connemara in the 19th century, and shows the hardships endured by tenant farmers. Located in Lettershea, a few miles east of Clifden on the N59.
The Sheep And Wool Centre
If you like sheep, and you're interested in the old methods of the woolen industry, this is the place to visit. Located in Leenane, north of Clifden.
There’s more to Connemara than amazing fishing.
Not that there needs to be.
Breakfast:
Most hotels, country houses and B&Bs provide breakfast as part of your stay. A full Irish breakfast is a sight to behold, with eggs, a rasher of bacon (which are much larger and meatier than our miserable strips of pork belly), two different sausages (don't ask what's in them), a broiled tomato and an assortment of muffins, breakfast rolls, and fresh-baked breads with homemade jellies and jams. 
Irish breakfast tea is as hearty as the breakfast, and will clean out your cobwebs quicker than anything Starbucks ever brewed. But, for the timid eater, you can always order a soft-boiled egg, dry toast and coffee, and no one will tease you for being faint hearted. Many offer locally produced foods, which are an especially nice start to a big day.
Restaurants:
Restaurant food can be quite good, but can also be expensive due in part to the euro vs. the value of the dollar and the 13.5% value added tax. So read the menus posted outside most restaurants (the tax is usually built into the prices on the menu) before you rush in for a quick bite. The Irish eat their supper much later than Americans – often as late as 8:00 or 9:00 at night, so many restaurants serve "early bird specials" at reduced prices starting at 5:30 PM, which can be a good value. Others offer specially priced two- and three-course dinners where you choose from a selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts. While tipping rates are the same as in the US or Canada, check you bill carefully to see if a service charge has already been added before automatically leaving your tip.
Recommended Connemara Restaurants:
(* Indicates one of our personal favorites.)
Clifden:
Ardagh Hotel & Restaurant | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21384
Derryclare Restaurant | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21440
E. J. King's Restaurant | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21330
Guy's Bar* | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21130
Mitchell's Seafood Restaurant | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21867
Marconi Restaurant* | Clifden | Foyle's Hotel | TEL: (0)95 21801
Off The Square Restaurant | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 22281
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Recess / Roundstone
Eldon's Beola Restaurant* | Roundstone | TEL: (0)95 35933
Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel* | Recess TEL: (0)95 34706 | www.loughinaghlodgehotel
O'Dowd's Restaurant | Roundstone | TEL: (0)95 35809
Owenmore Restaurant* | Ballynahinch Castle Hotel | Recess
TEL: (0)95 31006 | www.ballynahinch-castle.com
Roundstone House Hotel/Vaughans | Roundstone | TEL: (0)95 35864
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Cleggan:
Oliver's Seafood Restaurant | Cleggan | TEL: (0)95 44640
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Screebe/Cashel:
Cashel House Hotel | Cashel | TEL: (0)95 31001
Screebe House | Camus | TEL: (0)91 574110
Zetland Country House Hotel | Cashel Bay | TEL: (0)5 31111
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Pubs
Our favorite way to economize at mealtime is to eat in a pub. "Pub grub" is hearty, simple fare ranging from traditional fish and chips and Irish stew, to fresh-shucked oysters and other local seafood.
Drinking a pint of Guinness in a real Irish pub is about as pleasant a pastime as anything you could wish for. That's in part because pubs are centers of recreation, socializing, entertainment and family gatherings for the neighborhoods they serve ("pub" is short for "public house"). Everyone is always welcome, and American visitors seem to be especially welcome. Just be prepared to answer a lot of friendly questions, especially if you're of Irish descent!
And, you needn't feel out of place if you order a non-alcoholic beverage like tea, coffee or a soda when visiting a pub, because plenty of the regulars do, too. The point is to enjoy the craic (fun), have a good time and hang around long enough to enjoy the music should a session begin after the supper plates are cleared.
When drinking in a pub, if you sit or stand at the bar, everyone will talk to you, which is great fun. If you prefer some privacy, sit at a side table or in a "snug" (a partitioned area with a table & chairs), and everyone will leave you alone.
And, should you find yourself sitting with a group and someone buys a round for everyone at the table, do not fail to buy your round when it's your turn.
Special Note of Warning: The Irish police, or Garda, are intolerant when it comes to driving under the influence. The legal limit in Ireland is a BAC of .08%, which is strictly enforced. Fortunately, there are great taxi services in both Clifden and Roundstone, so if you're planning an evening of merrymaking, book a cab ahead of time. Ask your host to assist you, if need be.
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Connemara Pubs:
(* Indicates one of our personal favorites)
Recess/Roundstone:
Fisherman's Pub* | Ballynahinch Castle Hotel | TEL: (0)95 31006
www.ballynahinch-castle.com
The Pub* | Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel | Recess TEL: (0)95 34706 | www.loughinaghlodgehotel.com
O'Dowd's* | Roundstone | TEL: (0)95 35809
The Shamrock Bar | Roundstone | TEL: (0)872 414464
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Clifden:
These Clifden pubs are famous for traditional Irish music.
Call ahead for the evenings they schedule performances.
Lowry's Bar* | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21347
The Central | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21430
Mannion's Bar* | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21780
J. Conneely's | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 22733
Guy's Bar & Snug* | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 21130
Griffin's Bar | Clifden | TEL: (0)95 12370
Shopping in Connemara.
Yes, it extends beyond tackle shops.
Ireland is home to a wonderful variety of crafts, artisans and heritage. 
Taking some time to visit the locally owned shops in the villages of Connemara offers a visitor a wide variety of Irish gifts and souvenirs. From cozy woolens to handmade jewelry, local artwork, music, whiskey and books – you will find your own piece of Connemara to bring home with you. Be sure to keep your receipt to apply for a refund on the VAT tax at your departing airport. Items purchased to take home with you are excluded from VAT taxes – which can be a good savings, depending on what you buy.
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Food and Wine
The Connemara Smokehouse, Ballyconneely | www.smokehouse.ie
Ferguson Fine Wines, Clifden
SuperValu Supermarket, Clifden
The Connemara Hamper, Clifden | www.connemarahamper.com
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Jewelry and Gifts
The Celtic Shop & Tara Jewelers | www.celticshop.ie
O'Dalaigh Jewelers, Clifden | www.celticimpressions.com
Whistlestop Gifts & Interiors | www.whistlestop.ie
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Books
Clifden Bookshop, Clifden | www.clifdenbookshop.com/
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Arts, Crafts and Antiques
Alan Gaillard Stoneware Pottery, Clifden | www.alangaillard.com
Avoca Craft Shop, Letterfrack | www.avoca.ie
Clifden Antiques & Irish Art, Clifden
Connemara Carpets Ltd., Moyard | www.connemaracarpets.ie
Glynsk House, Cashel Bay | www.glynsk.com
Joyce's Craft Shop, Recess
The Bens Music & Framing Shop, Clifden
Prendergast Antiques, Clifden
Roundstone Musical Instruments Ltd., Roundstone | www.bodhran.ie
Whitethorn Art Gallery, Clifden | www.thewhitethorngallery.ie
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Clothing and Accessories
Stanley & Sons, Clifden
Hehirs Woolen Store, Clifden
Millar's Connemara, Clifden
Lowry's Sweater Shop, Clifden
The Sheep And Wool Centre, Leenane | www.sheepandwoolcentre.com
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Sporting Goods
Gannon Sports, Clifden
Stanley's Fishing & Sports Shop, Clifden
Faoin Tuath (The Outdoor Shop), Clifden | www.connomara.com
Day trips are limited only by
your definition of "day."
Connemara day trips are a great way to take to break from fishing, especially if you are staying for a week or more.
They can round out your Connemara experience by taking in the sights of one of the wildest, most alluring places in all of Ireland.
Glass-Bottom Boat Tours
Boats leave from the docks at both Letterfrack and Derryinver quay throughout the day whenever weather permits. Best on calm days during low tide, these tours reveal the underwater world normally seen only by divers. Call a day before to confirm departure times and locations.
TEL: +353 (0)95 43473
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Inishbofin Island Tours
Located only 6 miles off the north Connemara coast, the ferry trip to Inishbofin Island takes 30 minutes, and departs from Cleggan.
Inishbofin Island Discovery Ltd.
Cloonamore, Inishbofin Island, Co. Galway
Telephone: +353 (0)95 45819 / (0)95 45894
Cleggan Ticket Office: +353 (0)95 44878
E-mail: info@inishbofinislanddiscovery.com
www.inishbofinislanddiscovery.com
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Aran Island Tour
The three Aran Islands, Inis Mór Island (Big Island), Inis Meáin Island (Middle Island) and Inis Oírr Island (East Island) are located 15 miles off the coast of Connemara at the mouth of Galway Bay. World famous for their geological formations, historical ruins and linguistic and cultural heritage, the islands are one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations. Ferries depart from Rossaveel in southern Connemara.
Aran Island Ferries
4 Forster St, Galway, Co. Galway
Tel: +353 (0)91 568 903
Email: islandferries@eircom.net
www.aranislandferries.com
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Lough Corrib Tour
This relaxing boat tour of beautiful Lough Corrib departs from Oughterard at noon with stops at Inchagoill Island, Cong (location of John Ford's 1951 classic "Quiet Man") and the Ashford Castle, once the summer home of the Guinness Family.
Corrib Cruises
6 Cregg Close, Oughterard, Co. Galway
Telephone: +353 (0)91 557 798
Email: david.luskin@hotmail.com
www.corribcruises.com
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Killary Cruises
Killary Bay is Ireland's only fiord, and daily cruises on The Connemara Lady are the best way to view this beautiful nine mile long inlet.
Nancy's Point, Leenane, Co. Galway
Telephone: +353 (0)91 566 736
www.killarycruises.com
Special Events in Connemara
There's always a lot going on in Connemara, both for anglers after fishing hours – or for non-angling companions during the day. When planning your angling trip to Connemara, check out our list of festivals, music sessions and other events so you can plan your travel to coincide with whatever interests you. A few of the major events contribute to an increase in traffic, accommodation prices (with decreased availability), crowds and general congestion, so it might be worth booking travel when there are no large events scheduled and the area's hotels and towns are less crowded and more tranquil. When in doubt, ask the manager of the lodging you plan to visit for advice.
Events/Festivals Spring 2013:
Clifden Traditional Music Festival | April 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
Clifden Traditional Music Festival is a weekend of the very best of Irish music, song and dance with concerts, sessions, workshops and outdoor entertainment. The festival includes Music Workshops, Sean Nos Dance Workshops, Youth Sessions, Traditional Music Mass, Pub Sessions throughout the whole weekend, "Farewell Session" on Sunday.
Website: www.clifdentradfest.com
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Leenane Mountain Walking Festival | May 3-5, 2013
Leenane, Co. Galway
The Leenane Mountain Walking Festival includes a choice of high-level mountain walks or a low-level option, with transportation to and from the mountains, including a speedboat across Killary Harbour to Mweelrea Mountain.
Website: www.leenanevillage.com
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Gaelforce West Connemara Adventure Challenge | May 2013
Leenane, Co. Galway
The 31 km race has three disciplines: Trail/Mountain Running, Kayaking and Cycling and is open to racers of all levels.
Website: www.gaelforceevents.com/connemara
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Roundstone Bay 8K Run | Mid May 2013
Roundstone, Co. Galway
The 3rd annual Roundstone Bay 8K run consists of a figure-eight loop, beginning and ending in Roundstone village, with spectacular coastal views along the way. Proceeds from the race help support the local RNLI Lifeboat service, a vital public service charity that relies entirely on donations and fundraising for finical support.
Website: www.roundstonebay8k.com
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Tour de Connamara Celtic Series | Late May 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
Tour de Connamara is the Irish leg of a new international cycling sportive with both 140km and 80km routes.
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Clifden Gardening Festival | Late May 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
The Clifden Gardening Festival will include a series of illustrated talks and motorcoach trips to local gardens.
Volvo Ocean Race Finale | July, 2013
Galway City & Galway Bay, Co. Galway
The yachts in the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012 are arrive on Tuesday July 3, 2012 for the start of the largest outdoor festival ever to take place in this medieval city. Pro-Am racing begins in Galway Bay on Friday, July 6 and In-Port Racing is scheduled for Saturday, July 7. Galway Race Village will be open from July 3 - 9, 2012
Websites: www.volvooceanrace.com and www.volvooceanracegalway.com
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Roundstone Connemara Pony, Dog and Sheep Show | July 14, 2013
Roundstone, Co. Galway
The 8th Annual Roundstone Connemara Pony, Dog & Sheep Show takes place on 14th July, 2013, at the Showground. The main event is the Connemara Pony Show, which consists of 20 classes showcasing all ages and varieties of Connemara Pony. The Dog Show and Sheep Show run concurrently.
Website: www.roundstoneevents.com
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The Festival of the Sea | July 27-August 17, 2013
Cleggan & Claddaghduff, Co. Galway
The Festival of the Sea will take place in the Cleggan and Claddaghduff from the July 27 through August 17, includes the Omey Horse Races and the Cleggan/Claddaghduff Connemara Pony Show, plus informative talks, guided nature walks and many children's events. There will also be tag rugby, soccer and fishing competitions.
Website: www.festivalofthesea.net
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Roundstone Regatta | July TBD, 2013
Roundstone, Co. Galway
Two days for sailing and rowing competition in traditional Galway Hookers and historic currach skiffs, once used for hauling, now race for glory across Roundstone’s picturesque Bertraghboy Bay, drawing participants and spectators from all across Ireland.
Website: www.roundstoneregatta.com
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Galway Arts Festival | July 15-28, 2013
Galway City, Co. Galway
An international celebration of the performing and visual arts.
Website: www.galwayartsfestival.com
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The Galway Races | July 29-August 4, 2013
Galway City, Co. Galway
The world famous Galway Races feature seven days of thoroughbred horse racing at the beautiful Galway Racecourse.
Website: www.galwayraces.com
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Connemara Pony Show | August 15-18, 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
The annual Connemara Pony Festival & Show attracts visitors from all over the globe to see the biggest showcase of Connemara Ponies in the world. Ponies compete in in-hand classes, ridden classes, working hunter classes, and a puissance (or high jump) competition.
Website: www.cpbs.ie
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Tour de Bog Cycling | August 6, 2013
Roundstone, Co. Galway
This annual 25km fun charity cycling event is open to all ages and takes riders from Roundstone to Ballyconneely along the scenic coast road and back to Roundstone via the wilderness Bog Road.
Info: www.roundstone.ie
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The Connemara 100 | August TBD, 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
The Connemara 100 mile endurance run circles Connemara, starting in Clifden to Letterfrack, Leitirgeish, the Inagh Valley, Maam Cross, Leenane, Inagh Valley again, then on to Roundstone, Ballyconeely and back to Clfden to complete 100 miles.
Info: The Connemara 100
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Gaelforce West and Get Out There Adventure Festival | August 17, 2013
Leenane, Co. Galway
Gaelforce West is the largest one day adventure race of its kind in the world, involving cycling, running, hiking and kayaking. The course of approximately 67km stretches from the stunning Glassilaun beach to Westport, with significant obstacles to cross, including Killary Harbour and the famous holy mountain of Croagh Patrick.
Info: www.gaelforceevents.com/west/
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Roundstone Heritage Week | August 18-24, 2012
Roundstone, Co. Galway
Roundstone Heritage Week is a week-long celebration of the local heritage and culture with workshops, bat walks, visits to Presbyterian sites, heritage walks and more.
Telephone: +353(0)9535044
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Cruinniu na mBad Festival (Gathering of the Boats) | August TBD, 2013
Kinvara, Co. Galway
Up to 100 unique Irish boats, the Galway Hookers, once the workhorses of the coast of Connemara and North Clare, will gather for a weekend of racing and celebration at Cruinniú na mBád (Gathering of the Boats) festival in Kinvara, Co. Galway.
Info: www.kinvara.com/cruinniu/index.html
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Clarenbridge Oyster Festival | September 13-15, 2013
Clarenbridge, Co. Galway
Great food, great Guinness, great music and entertainment all in a splendid marquee on the banks of the Claren River which flows through the village of Clarenbridge on the edge of Galway Bay.
Info: www.clarenbridge.com
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Roundstone All-Ireland Champion of Champions Pony Show | September 15, 2013
Roundstone, Co. Galway
The Pony Showing Season of 2012 reaches its pinnacle at the Annual All Ireland Supreme Champion of Champions Show in Roundstone each September.
Info: Telephone: +353 (0)95 23689
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Clifden Arts Week | September 19-29, 2013
Clifden, Co. Galway
The longest running community arts festival in Ireland, Clifden Community Arts Week, now in its 36th year, presents literary, musical and visual art programs with a focus on creative writing, music, theatre, graphic design and film workshops.
Website: www.clifdenartsweek.ie
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Galway International Oyster Festival | September 27-29, 2013
Galway City, Co. Galway
On the last weekend of September each year, Galway hosts the Galway International Oyster Festival, one of the biggest events in Ireland's social calendar featuring live entertainment, gourmet food, fine wine – with plenty of raw oysters and Guinness enjoyed by upwards of 10,000 visitors from all over the world. In its 58th year, the festival highlight is and the ever-popular Guinness World Oyster Opening Championship.
Website: www.galwayoysterfest.com
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