Clifden Things to Do

History was made on this spot on 15 June 1919, when pilot John Alcock and navigator Arthur Brown flew from Newfoundland to Ireland in just over 6 hours. They crossed the ocean at a speed of approximately 120 mph in a Vickers Vi... more

The emphasis at Biquets is on wine and entertainment. Live events range from poetry readings on Wednesday nights to piano music on Fridays. The décor is quite basic and reminiscent of an old French wine bar in the 1950's; you h... more

Located 10 miles north of Clifden, this is a sand-based links course in the scenic heart of Connemara. The Connemara club is an 18 hole, championship-rated course which takes several hours to cover. Climatic conditions determin... more

Located close to the small Connemara village of Letterfrack, this State Park covers over 2,000 hectares of mountain, bog and heath countryside. The majestic mountains in the area are part of the Twelve Pins range and in the cen... more

This center is right in the heart of Connemara and is maintained by Michael Gibbons, an archaelogy lecturer and a native of the area. It contains a range of walks to suit every visitor's needs and ability. These can vary betwee... more

Centrally located in the middle of Clifden, the capital of Connemara, this restaurant is named after 19th century sheriff and landlord, John D'Arcy. The D'Arcy Inn maintains high standards with its wonderful seafood dishes. Sea... more

Errislannan Manor is situated on the Errislannan peninsula, a prominent fixture jutting out into the turbulent Atlantic ocean. The centre is sheltered by surrounding woodland and the manor overlooks a trout lake, with moors and... more

This unique pub has a variety of functions. It is a bar, a supermarket, a filling station and a restaurant. The latter specializes in delectable seafood fresh from the Atlantic. Bar food is served daily at Keogh's Pub in cozy s... more

This is the place for anyone who craves for an action-packed adventure in wild and wonderful scenery. Killary Adventure Company offers a huge range of activities, including water-skiing, hobiecat sailing, sea kayaking, gorge wa... more

This is a family-run pub with real character and an atmosphere that will ensure the visitor's return. Good bar food is available, with a varied and creative menu which is updated often. Lowry's is ideally placed to provide refr... more