From Galway: Private Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles Day Tour

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1. The home fearsome O’Flaherty family, whose motto was ‘Fortune favours the strong’, ruled west Connacht for 300 years from this fine six-storey tower on the shores of Lough Corrib. O'Flahertys joined forces with the Mayo O'Malleys when Donal married Grace O'Malley, later known as Granuaile, the formidable pirate queen. The O’Malley motto, ‘Powerful by land and by sea,’ showed the awe in which that family, too, was held. At Aughanure today you hear the past stories, and inspect the remains of a banqueting hall, a watch tower, an unusual double bawn and bastions and a dry harbour. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of the three species of bat that now live in the castle.

   1 hAdmission included

2. We stop The Quiet Man bridge from the movie of same name 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It stars John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Barry Fitzgerald. we here the movies tales

   15 min

3. Kylemore Abbey is a haven of history, beauty and serenity and is centre to Connemara Wild Atlantic Way. Home to a Benedictine order of Nuns for the past 100 years, Kylemore Abbey here we embrace the magic of the magnificent 1,000-acre estate. Colleen is a former student of this magical places. Castle was built in the late 1800s by Mitchell Henry MP, a wealthy businessman, for his wife. You can view the victoria walled gardens and enjoy so lovely freshly prepared food .

   2 hAdmission included

4. The Sky Road is one of the most popular places to visit in Galway and is the most popular of the many things to do in Clifden.

   15 min

5. Ballynahinch has been intertwined in the history of Connemara and its people for centuries, from the recorded battle between the O’Flahertys and O’Malleys, in 1384, to the visit by all the Lord Mayors and Mayors of Ireland and some from overseas, to celebrate the Quincentennial year of Galway city receiving its charter. Ballynahinch i.e. Baile na hlnse, means ‘household of the Island’, and refers to the O’Flaherty Castle built on an Island in the lake.

   Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Galway

• Its from-price is 336% above the median of the 63 day trips we list in Galway.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Galway

Galway is a harbour city on Ireland's west coast, with a pedestrian old centre, traditional music, a seaside promenade and Connemara just to the west.

Galway stands where the River Corrib meets Galway Bay, and in the Middle Ages it was ruled by fourteen merchant families known as the Tribes, who built its stone houses and quays. The Spanish Arch recalls the trade with Spain, and Eyre Square, the Latin Quarter around Shop Street and Quay Street, and the Claddagh, a former fishing village that gave its name to the Claddagh ring, form the centre. The cathedral, consecrated in 1965, stands by the river.

Top-ranked sights in Galway: Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Galway Bay.

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