You can also just book a scenic ferry ride around the closest island if youre in too much of a time crunch even for the day tours. Inis mor is the most visited island, with up to 2,000 visitors each day during the busy summer season. Dublin swift is the only fastcraft on the irish sea taking you across in just 1 hour 49 minutes, ulysses is a large cruise ferry boasting a 2 screen cinema, isle of inishmore offers stylish cabins in a relaxed environment, oscar wilde is regarded as the most luxurious ship. Search for the cheapest hotel deal for pier house guesthouse in inishmore. Hello, i am planning to spend one weekday overnight in the last week of may on inish mor, taking the last ferry or next to last from rossaveal. The island is a lively place at night, with great irish music and dance shows. Doolin2aran ferries take a day trip to the aran islands or a cruise to the cliffs. Aran island ferries strongly advise that passengers book their tickets in advance of travel. Westport to inishmore 2 ways to travel via bus, ferry. Apr 1, 2021 rent from people in aran islands, ireland from. I think it was my idea to take the ferry to inishmore. In the local area there are good walks, boat rides and dun aongusa fort. A resource to book tours, book ferry crossings, and exchange money. Set sail with doolin2aran ferries, daily trips to the aran islands or cruise under the cliffs of moher.
There is one ferry per day that leaves at approximately 10. There are 2 ways to get from westport to inishmore by bus, ferry or taxi. Ireland road trip 4 days galway, inishmore and connemara. The island has bars, restaurants, tea rooms and a reputation for great music and an enjoyable night out.
The quickest way to get from rossaveal to inishmore is to ferry which costs and takes 40 min. I met the aran island ferries shuttle bus at 9am to travel to the village rossaveel, where i boarded the ferry. The doolin ferry company has the largest and most comfortable ships in doolin. Aran bike hire is located on inis mor island and provides premium bike hire for visitors to inis mor island. Visiting inishmore the star of irelands aran islands. Find, compare, and book sightseeing tours, attractions, excursions, things to do and fun activities from around the world. Ferry doolin aran islands cliffs of moher cruises star.
Its a lovely walk out to the lighthouse and past a shipwreck. Take your pick of 400 airlines and 1,000,000 properties worldwide and craft a travel itinerary thats suited to you. Sail from doolin to the largest aran island, inishmore with return ferry service. Doolin ferries your gateway to the aran islands, the cliffs of moher and the burren in the west of ireland. Beaches, pubs and restaurants can be reached within a 10minute walk, as well as inishmore airport. May 10, 2019 keep reading for a little guide to visiting inishmore as a day trip. Staff were efficient, friendly and the ship was larger than we expected with many choices of seating. Kilmurvey house, situated halfway along the island of inis mor between kilronan and the western village of bun gowla, is ideal for exploring this truly. When staying overnight please reconfirm your return sailing time at our pier ticket office prior to departure.
But final details of this exciting route, including a. Inis oirr inisheer aran islands ferry doolin ferry co. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner. Doolin ferry co aran islands ferry cliffs of moher cruise. The remains of this freighter that washed ashore here in 1960and so now it has become one of the most famous photo spots on the aran islands. This delightful 2 bedroom cottage sleeps 4 people, a perfect family getaway. All you need to know about getting to inis mor, aran islands aran.
It is wise to book in advance over the summer months when arriving by ferry or flight from the galway, or doolin cliffs of moher area. Travelocity has all you need to score a great na seacht dteampaill package deal. Aran island ferries depart from rossaveel port, 23 miles west of galway city centre. The largest and longest established passenger ferry service sailing to the aran islands, aran island ferries is a longstanding family tradition and legacy for the obrien clan. Yes approx 1 hour before ferry time, book via aran islands ferries website. The return ferry leaves inishmor at approximately 4. Once again, its best to book your tickets before travel. We took the ferry from doolin to inisheer and only visited that island. All bedrooms are spacious and beautifully appointed with a wide range of.
The aran islands in galway ferries, day trips, best. On my solo trip to ireland i was looking to visit places that combined my two favourite travel activities exploring nature and visiting archaeological sites. Compare irish ferries timetables, prices and book tickets. The trip is about 2 hours and i will bet there were many, many seasick people. Take the ferry from ireland to the uk for your next holiday. Aran island ferries are launching a brand new route from galway city centre to the largest of the aran islands, inis mor, this summer. A communal living room, a picnic area, and luggage storage are also on offer.
Free wifi provided in each room at tigh fitz bed and breakfast, as well as scenic views, an private bathroom and a tv. Ferry travel to inishmore, inis mor is by passenger ferry from doolin in co. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. Aran islands hotel has a host of elegant irish homes on private grounds consisting of offering truly unique. We were in doolin when a busload of tourists arrived and boarded the ferry. Onboard cabins reserved seating theres a range of 1,2 and 4 berth cabins on offer. Jul 10, 2018 book an early morning flight from connemara airport to inishmore or inis mor, the largest of the aran islands. The ferry service from rossaveal to inis mor runs all through the year, although the number of crossing may be reduced in the winter. Welcome on board our fast ferries from doolin to the aran islands and cliffs of moher. Kayak searches hundreds of travel sites to help you find and book the hotel deal at pier house guesthouse that suits you best. The name of the ferry is tautologous, since inishmore derives from the irish for big island. So sail with us for unforgettable views of irelands most famous cliffs and a.
Inishbofin ferry travel to inishbofin by ferry cleggan to. Book your hotel in inishmore and pay later with expedia. There is 1 way to get from rossaveal to inishmore by ferry. If you want to travel in style on our rosslare pembroke route you wont be disappointed with the isle of inishmore. Aran ferry services from rossaveal are not subject to tidal issues. The aran islands in galway ferries, day trips, best places. There is a wide range bikes available for hire for. Cabin and bnb vacation rentals in aran islands airbnb.
Aran islands hotel, on inis mor, has spacious bedrooms with private. Ferry to britain from ireland cheap ferries to uk irish. All rooms are ensuite and have a tv, wifi, telephone and hairdryer. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from galway city to inishmore via ennis, ennis station, stop 635341, doolin pier, stop 356041, and doolin in around 5h 42m. The hotel has 22 standard ensuite bedrooms, including five magnificent kingsize bed. Doolin2aran ferries catch the ferry, so much to do doolin inn.
Frenchmans beach, inis mor, the aran islands, inishmore, county galway free wifi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden are available at this holiday park. Inishmore house is a familyrun guest house in galway, with teacoffee available in the lounge, free wifi, and onsite parking. She is named after inishmore, the largest of the aran islands. Aran island ferries offers service to inishmore from rossaveal, 40 km west of galway. It is possible to take a short flight on a small plane from one of the smaller airports on the mainland, but a ferry is probably the more.
Passengers enjoy worldclass dining and bar service, stunning outer decks offering panoramic views, and a club class lounge that boasts free snacks and drinks and reserved seating. The ferry crossing from rossaveal to inis mor takes around 40 minutes. Ferry to pembroke compare ferry tickets book ferry. More details is there a direct ferry between rossaveal and inishmore. How to get from galway city to inishmore by bus, ferry, train.
Like many wonderful offthebeatenpath destinations, it does take a little effort and planning to get to inis mor. Aran island ferry services from rossaveal, but a shuttle bus will take you to this point. Sail from dublin to holyhead or rosslare to pembroke on one of our sixteen daily crossings. They have though quickly adapted themselves to tourism, offering a few different places to spend the night. Inspired by days spent transporting passengers with his father michael back in the early 1970s, paddy obrien and his wife sally took the plunge and bought a 48. Aran islands hotel, on inis mor, has spacious en suite bedrooms, some with balconies and views of. We have over 50 years seagoing experience in these waters, and the safety of our passengers is our top priority. How to get to the aran islands experience ireland like a local. As mentioned, no vehicles can be taken on the ferries.
Obrien ferries doolin timetable aran island ferries. You can also book at our ticket offices located on doolin pier and in the main. The hotel is in the heart of the gaeltacht where the i. Enjoy the freedom and relaxation of sailing the irish seas. Once it got out to galway bay is was pitching and rolling like mad. An aran islands day trip aran islands official guide. Please click on the relevant island below and view sailing times listed above the published schedule for inis meainoirr.
Inishbofin ferry travel to inishbofin by ferry cleggan. Me and water the ferry to inishmore museums and mountains. Crossing time is usually 40 minutes, but can take up to an hour depending on the sea conditions. Doolin ferry aran islands daily sailings book ferry clare. With this amount of choice at your fingertips, nows the time to book your next great escape. You can walk around inishmore more but as it is very large you may not be able to see all of the islands highlights. Isle of inishmore, which is irish for big island, is just like a populated island, and as such offers all the facilities and amenities that people expect.
The isle of inishmore combines both style and comfort ensuring your crossing is an relaxing as it is memorable. Search for pier house guesthouse discounts in inishmore with kayak. Perhaps the most iconic of all the irish islands, the aran islands, comprising of inis mor inishmore, inis meain inishmaan, and inis oirr inisheer, are stunningly located in wild atlantic waters at the mouth of galway bay. Inis mor inishmore means big island and is the largest and most visited of the aran islands. The aran island hotel is located off the west coast of ireland on inis mor, aran island. When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. You can also find bike rental very easily when arriving on each island. Think about visiting the island closest to port inishmore from rossaveel and inisheer from doolin and pick up some motion sickness pills before you go. Cheap flights from galway gwy to inishmore ior 2021. The ferry crossing to the aran islands can get very rough, if you suffer from travel sickness, then you should think about your journey before setting off. Inis mor island accommodation archives aran islands. It has several dining, shopping and accommodation options to choose from. A day trip to inishmore in the aran islands because germany. The bedrooms with attached bathroom at inishmore house include a tv and radio, a hairdryer and complimentary.
The ferry from doolin pier to the aran island of inishmore takes approximately 1h20. Once in the uk you can get the train, travel by coach or enjoy taking your own car. Ill be leaving a rental car overnight at the ferry terminal. Irish ferries to start new dovercalais service in june. The aran islands in galway ferries, day trips, best places to stay. Rossaveal to inishmore one way to travel via ferry. Bagging a cheap flight from galway to inishmore may mean more dollars to spend on for oneofakind souvenirs when you arrive, but it doesnt mean you have to skimp on your travel experience, as expedia offers a sizzling selection of cheap airlines thatll put you in your happy place on their planes, whether thats getting lost in a hair. Just to answer a few questions and give you the best advice please note the following.
Inishmore is known for its historical sites and opera house. We are thinking of taking the ferry to inishmore but were wondering if we need to catch the bus in galway to rossaveel or if we can just drive to rossaveel and pick up the ferry there if we can just catch the ferry in rossaveel, can we prebuy ticketsis there a ferry schedule for leaving fro. We are ideally located for you to begin exploring the aran islands. The largest of the three, and furthest west, is inis mor, also known as aranmore. However, you can take the bus to lisdoonvarna, stop 351001, take the line 350 bus to doolin pier, stop 356041, take the walk to doolin, then take the ferry to inis mor. I am certain anytime spent on the island will be memorable and rejuvenating. Book a ferry to ireland simply and securely with instant online tickets with. How to get to aran islands from galway galway to aran. Sally travelled by ferry to pembroke with irish ferries on isle of inishmore. I recommend booking in advance in high season and on the weekends. Inishmore is a secret place worth sharing with children for a day or a week. This ferry from doolin can take around 90 minutes to reach inis mor inishmore, and operates daily from april until october. Were delighted to see that you enjoyed your travel experience to the aran islands.
There arent many though so, if you want to overnight there, be sure to book as far in advance as possible. Aran island ferries have offices in galway and arrange transport to the ferry terminal in ros a mhil rossaveel, or you can drive to the terminal yourself. I probably had some vague notion of buying an aran island knit sweater while i was there which i did. Aran islands hotel, on inis mor, has spacious en suite bedrooms, some with. At the time of her introduction, she was the largest car ferry operating in northern europe. Although the ferry takes only 40 minutes, aer arann islands tiny planes take a mere 10 minutes and allow for some nice views over the island and bay, on a clear day. Travel to inishbofin by ferry today and explore our amazing island. Ferry services are available to the aran islands from doolin in co. New aran islands ferry to be in operation next spring. It is possible to travel to inishmore, inis mor inisheer inis oirr or inishmaan inis meain by passenger ferry from doolin in co.
Irish ferries onboard isle of inishmore rosslare to. Sailing times and prices for inis mor aran island ferries. Dont miss out on great hotels and other accommodations near teach synge. New competitor on dovercalais ferry route the independent. Ms isle of inishmore is a roro ferry owned by irish ferries and operated on their rosslarepembroke service. For father ted fans no trip to inis oirr is complete without seeing the very famous plassey shipwreck. Inishmore is almost too big for just a daytrip, but if you only have the one day, the best thing is to get the first ferry to the island and hire a pony trap or the less romantic means of transport, a taxi, or a tour bus like inish mor tours providing extensive explanations and easy access to most of the sites. Day trip to inishmore the largest of irelands aran islands. Doolin2aran ferries are set to launch a new express ferry in april which, all going to plan, will reduce the journey time to inis mor inishmore to 40 minutes. Coronavirus covid19 travel updates from our ferry partners. Home to a scant 900 or so yearround residents, the main village is just that, a village. Thank you so much for making then end of our holiday a joy. Inishmore inis mor the big island book ferry clare.
You can find information on both aran ferries and aer arann. Inis mor inishmore aran island ferry doolin ferry co. Doolin ferry aran islands daily sailings book ferry. Ferry to inishmore from rossaveel rick steves travel forum. The guest house is within a 10minute walk to the city center, beach, bars, promenade and restaurants.
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