Welcome to the Wild Atlantic Way!
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About the Wild Atlantic Way
The Wild Atlantic Way (Irish: Slí an Atlantaigh Fhiáin) is a tourism trail on the west coast, and on parts of the north and south coasts, of Ireland. The 2,500 km [1] (1,553 mile) driving route passes through nine counties and three provinces, stretching from County Donegal’s Inishowen Peninsula in Ulster to Kinsale, County Cork, in Munster, on the Celtic Sea coast. It is the longest continuous coastal route in the world.
We focus on Donegal, Galway, and Kerry on other pages as they are truly part of the Wild Atlantic Way. On this page, we focus on the mid section of the trail, County Clare & Limerick. County Clare, of course is known for the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, an archeological area of limestone also located along the coast. We also point out a little about Limerick as the Shannon Aireport is located in this area. Besides that, we stayed in one of the best AirBNBs of our life in a town called Rathkeale and had one of the bet meals in the nearby village of Adare. Adare is lined with thatched roof houses and has the charm of a small village. The Adare Manor is a breathtaking country home on the river. They do offer accommodation and serve dinner in their restaurant.
A special thank you to Discover Ireland as they have some of the most helpful videos and a website that can help you narrow down how to spend your time on this scenic drive. Click the button below for a great site on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Planning Guide
Maps & Other Resources
Wildatlanticwayonline.com is a great resource for maps all along the Wild Atlantic Way. Click on Explore Maps to open the page that will allow you to plan your journey. This part of the route includes County Clare and Limerick. Also check out ClareIreland.net for helpful insight on places to visit along the coast, namely in County Clare. Of course, The Cliffs of Moher are a must-visit, but there are some other sites along the way that can make your trip very special.
Eat Play & Stay
For some of our top recommendations and off-the-beaten-path suggestions, check out the slider below. We have vetted these based on past stays or future bucket list goals. There are many other choices that fit each style and taste, so be sure to click the additional links below to narrow down options on things to do, and where to eat & stay.
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There are so many amazing pubs along the Wild Atlantic Way. We suggest Tripadvisor as they will shed light on the service. We never had a bad meal at a pub, but we did check ahead of time as there are so many in each village. We absolutely loved this pub for the food and beer. They also have musicians in to play some traditional music.
This is the most iconic landmark of Ireland. There is nothing like the view. There is an incredible historic tower and a newer visitors center. It truly is a site to see if you are on the west coast of Ireland. It is only a little over an hour from the Shannon airport. And if you are staying in Dublin or Galway you can catch a day tour here. Click the title to learn about tickets, hours of operation, etc. and Click Explore More for other options in the area.
We stayed here in 2017 and it really was one of the most amazing AirBNB experiences we have had. Paula, the host was so warm and hospitable. After a day out in the rain, we were welcomed with tea and scones. We could have sat around the table for hours just learning more about her family and the horse stables. If you are in western Ireland, DO NOT miss the opportunity to stay at this lovely country house!
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Get Your Guide Options
Local Spotlight
Be sure to check out this website before planning your adventure. You will be blown away by the beauty. Besides the famous Cliffs of Moher, there is. so much to see amd do!
This short video gives a great overview of the amazing sites along the stretch of this coastline called the Wild Atlantic Way.
The Cliffs of Moher
If you plan to go to western Ireland, this is a “must-see”. There is nothing like this expereince. We were hoping for sunshine the day we arrived, but we were still blown away at the vast beauty. Do keep in mind that only 1/2 is monitored and it can be very slippery. Click on the video to learn more about it an Explore More for additional details.
Amateur Traveler
Western Ireland
Hear about travel to Western Ireland as the Amateur Traveler talks to Adam Ryan about his beautiful country.
50 Reasons
Wild Atlantic Way
Caitlin and Joe share some great insight on the Wild Atlantic Way. Click on the photo to be taken the page with the other 49 reasons to visit.
Off the Beaten Path
There is so much to see in do near the Cliffs of Moher. Take a look at this article on what to explore in County Clare by clicking Explore More.
The Burren is a place midway along the Wild Atlantic Way. It is made up of limestone with centuries of remnants from people that lived in the area. Marie O’Brien McGauren offers walking tours and shares her passion for the area. Click on Explore More to be taken to the page that explains more about this mystical place.
We fell in love with the quaint and charming town with thatched roofs and an amazing Manor House. If you want to experience an authentic small town with some of the best pubs in Ireland you have got to stop in Adare. The Manor House is stunning. They offer accommodation as well as a beautiful restaurant overlooking the golf course. We stayed at Beachmount lovely horse farm called in the nearby town of Rathkeale. Check that out in the slider above.
