Overview
At the mouth of Galway Bay lie three limestone islands - Inishmore, Inishmaan and Inisheer - where Gaelic is still the everyday language and traditional culture flourishes. Inishmore's Dun Aonghasa is a prehistoric stone fort perched on a 100 m cliff above the crashing Atlantic. Tiny fields divided by stone walls, thatched cottages and traditional currach fishing boats preserve a timeless Irish scene.
Opening Hours
Ferries: 08:00-18:30 (varies by season, reduced in winter)
Travel Tips
The ferry from Galway takes about 40 minutes. Get around the islands by minibus, bicycle or pony trap.
Hotels near Aran Islands
Hotels and guesthouses in Galway, Aran Islands, Galway Bay
