Clifden Travel Guide

 leafmcgowan Says:  "Mainistir na Coille Móire" is one of Connemara's famous attractions, the Kylemore Abbey with its Victorian Walled Garden is a highlight of history in the area. Nestled in an area of old oakwoods which terrace the mountainside, within the mountainous valley of Kylemore Pass... 

 sourbugger Says:  It is a great shame that the rail link between Clifden and Galway no longer exists. It must have been a spectacular line. Nowadays it could have given a valuable boost to the tourist trade. I believe that (but don't quote me) that the rails were sold to the UK as a source of... 

 sourbugger Says:  Thankfully nothing to do with Rupert Murdock.It is in fact no more than a strip of tarmac. It's difficult to write a tip for this place as the superlatives available fall very short of the sheer beauty and majesty of the views afforded from the road. The road is about 7... 

 GrannyBiddy Says:  Our family had a rented car and we drove out from Clifden to see the beautiful scenary. We also took a day trip to County Mayo to the town where the movie Quiet Man was made starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara. That was very enjoyable. 

 kevarms Says:  This narrow road goes out in a big loop on cliffs overlooking Clifden Bay. You will pass the ruins of Clifden Castle which you can look around. Best of all are the views, stunning vistas of the bay and the 12 Bens mountains. 

 PKCass Says:  Unfortunately, we were too late to tour the grounds of the abbey (the abbey itself is not open for tours). We did take some photos from the parking area. The abbey is quite impressive looking and what we could see of the grounds surrounding it were gorgeous. There were just... 

 PKCass Says:  Sky Road is near Clifden in County Galway. The road signs confused us a bit, but we finally figured out where it was. The drive up is a little scary on the narrow roads but when you get to the top there are places to park. The view is spectacular! 

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 Alain_Smeets Says:  This 10.5 km long road brings you next to the Clifden Bay and it gives you an amazing view over Clifden and it's bay and a few small islands on the coast. It's a steep and windy road, but it has to offer an amazing scenery if you take your time to travel it.For more photos... 

 2 Reviews and 71 Opinions  Ardagh Hotel The short version Location: could not have been better. Staff: professional and... 

 kellyogrady Says:  We read how great Mitchell’s was, but then I got a very bad over cooked monkfish and when I politely mentioned it as I could not eat but one bite, I was told I was wrong! They said "I must not like monkfish!" Well, Mitchell's, not only was that the wrong answer, it was not... 

 sourbugger Says:  I will admit that we onlt stopped by for a coffee, but this smallish restaurant seems to be really doing the business. Fresh seafood at reasonable prices in a sophisticated yet friendly atmosphere is always going to be a winning combination. They are a family run concern... 

 kevarms Says:  This is the restaurant of the Alcock & Brown Hotel and is surprisingly big and, for a 3-star hotel, quite classy. There is a 4 course set menu for just 25 euros, and wide choice of dishes on the a la carte including many types of fish. Good wine list too. No complaints about... 

 kevarms Says:  Popular restaurant overlooking the Market Square. In good weather you can eat outside. We arrived quite late in the evening and took a table just inside the door. The atmosphere inside is quite cosy. Service was fast and friendly and the food was great. The lamb stew was... 

 Sagespot Says:  A busy old pub, that serves soups, salads, and a fine Irish stew. It's a good choice for family dining. The dark woods make for a cozy stop on a really rainy day.We actually stopped here on Thanksgiving - and had totally forgotten that it was even an American holiday till...