Things to do in Connemara
10 min from Kylemore
Killary Cruises Killary Fjord, near Leenane
Scenic Killary Fjord is Ireland’s only Fjord and separates counties Galway and Mayo. The Connemara Lady catamaran is a wonderful way to see the fjord and surrounding area. The trip is often honoured by the company of leaping dolphins and always includes commentary on all major points of interest along the way.
Tel: 091 566736 Email: alex@killarycruises.com Website: www.killarycruises.com
25 min from Kylemore
Dan O’Hara’s Homestead / Connemara Heritage & History Centre Clifden, Connemara
Nestling into the hillside beneath the Twelve Bens is the restored cottage of Dan O'Hara, a man made famous in song and story. This experience includes a history presentation ''Connemara through the ages'', reconstructions of a crannóg, a ring fort and a clochaun, the Homestead & pre-Famine farm, guided tours for groups with turf cutting and other demonstrations on request, craft shop and tea rooms.
Tel: 091 21808 Email: info@connemaraheritage.com Website: www.connemaraheritage.com
45 min from Kylemore
Brigit’s Garden, Roscahill
Brigit’s Garden is a unique place with beautiful themed gardens reflecting the four Celtic festivals. A nature trail runs through woodlands, meadows and the Ogham trees. There is a thatched roundhouse, ring fort and stone chamber, children’s trail and play area, and a tea shop with home-baked goods. Brigit’s Garden is a not-for-profit project and runs year-round educational programmes for adults and children.
Tel: 353 (0)91 550905 Web: www.galwaygarden.com