What to see and do when in town
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Connemara is one of the most beautiful places in Ireland, if not one of the most scenic places in the world! Oughterard village, ‘The Gateway to Connemara’, is a fantastic base from which to explore the beauty of this region. But there are plenty of activities to be enjoyed and much more to discover in and around the picturesque village of Oughterard itself. See below for some ideas
- Explore Lough Corrib
- Take a cruise with Corrib Cruises - The "Corrib Queen" departs Oughterard pier daily (except Tuesdays) at 12:00pm, and sails onto Inchagoill Island and over to Ashford Castle.
- Try a spot of Angling
- Play a round of Golf - Oughterard Golf club was a recent recipient of the Hidden Gem of Connacht Award
- Visit the amazing Glengowla Mines - Below the Connemara Mountains lies a way of life long abandoned and almost forgotten just waiting for you to explore!
- Discover Aughnanure Castle
- Try Horseriding at Knockillaree Riding Centre & Stud
- Visit Brigits Garden - Ireland's award-winning Celtic Gardens and Visitor Centre
- Have fun at Loughwell Farm Park - one of the most popular attractions in the West of Ireland with acres of indoor and outdoor fun for all the family.
- Go Biking at Derroura
- Walking and Hiking in the area
- Playgrounds and Parks
- Daytrips
