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Inishmore - One day

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  • 21-02-2016 6:05pm
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    iAcesHigh
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    We have a friend over for a couple of days and were thinking about doing a fast tour of Inishmore, but I would need an opinion of somebody who has been there...
    1. Is 1 day enough to see a bit of island, coming with first ferry on Saturday and leaving probably with first one on Sunday?
    2. How much is the ferry+parking in Galway for 24 hours?
    3. Any suggestions for renting bike company or hotel/B&B?
    4. What did you like the best over there? :)

    I do know this is a bit of a stretch, but we do plan to visit Kylemore Abbey on Sunday so I was wondering could we squeeze Inishmore the day before.

    If you/nobody would suggest that we'll probably just use the day for some other sightseeing's on the way (Lough Corrib, Connemara National Park, Roundstone) - any suggestions are welcome for that scenario too! Thank you!!!


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    biko
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    One day is plenty to see the main bits.
    I think parking is free but ring the ferry company and check.
    I usually stay in Kilronan Hostel
    The beaches

    Yeah you can visit both, from Rossaveal to Kylemore is only about an hour driving.

    http://www.aranislandferries.com/times_mor.php
    http://www.aranislandferries.com/faq.php
    http://www.aranisland.info/getting-here/


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    Seanfhear Crionna
    Registered Users Posts: 3 ✭Seanfhear Crionna


    - 1 day (Sat morn - Sun morn) is enough for a flying visit!
    - Boat is ballpark of €20/€25 per adult
    - You can rent a bike as soon as you step off the pier, no prior arrangement necessary.
    - You can find a comprehensive list of accommodation (which shows all prices and facilities) here:
    www. visitaranislands.com/inis-mor-inishmore-island/accommodation
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    -Id recommend seeing Dun Aonghusa. A ring fort on the cliff. There is a small admittance fee. It is a few miles cycle from the main village (Kilronan)
    -There are several craft shops in the small village next to Dun Aonghusa (Kilmurvy). There is also a great cafe in that village (cant miss it, big thatched cottage).
    -If youd like to go out for dinner, id recommend one of these three places: Pier House, Mainistir House, Aran Islands Hotel.
    -for a pint: Joe Wattys Bar


    Hope that helps :)
    i can answer any other questions you may have


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    Discodog
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    The plane is only €50. You might not need the overnight as it only takes 8 mins - fabulous views too.


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