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Wild Atlantic Way, Galway

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Scenic Drive · Outdoor Activity
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Stretching for 2,500 km (1,553 mi), Wild Atlantic Way passes through dozens of towns, attractions, and spots worth including on your itinerary. The route traverses the west coast of Ireland, with part stretching along the north and south coasts as well--nine counties and three provinces encompassed by this tourist trail include everything from County Donegal in Ulster to County Cork in Munster. Along the way, you'll be able to stop at nearly 170 points of interest to learn more about Irish history, culture, art, and modern way of life. Plan to visit Wild Atlantic Way and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Galway attractions using our Galway travel route planning website.
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  • Gerry was absolutely terrific -- funny, friendly, hugely informative, willing to answer any and all questions, and a perfectly safe driver. I took the Connemara/Kylemore Abbey tour and it was... 
    Gerry was absolutely terrific -- funny, friendly, hugely informative, willing to answer any and all questions, and a perfectly safe driver. I took the Connemara/Kylemore Abbey tour and it was...  more »
  • Excellent excursion up and down the Wild Atlantic Way. Gerry provided plenty of great historical tidbits and humorous anecdotes throughout...truly an exceptional guide and driver! Would highly... 
    Excellent excursion up and down the Wild Atlantic Way. Gerry provided plenty of great historical tidbits and humorous anecdotes throughout...truly an exceptional guide and driver! Would highly...  more »
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  • A nice hours walk discovering all about the Marconi Wireless Station and Alcock and Brown landing site along the way.
  • Very interesting bog walk with significant historical context of the Marconi wireless transmission complex and landing site of Alcock and Brown 1st west east trans Atlantic flight. Informative notice boards.

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