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Connemara National Park

Letterfrack, Connemara, Co Galway, Galway, Ireland
Ranked #4 of 61 attractions in Galway
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: National Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Resident
Dublin, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 NEW

Parking was fine but it was not in season so may prove difficult when busy. Great views if fine. Cafe OK. Loos fine. More

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Marg L
Western Ireland, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 NEW

I just love it out here, I try to get out here as much as possilble, its' just about an hour s drive from galway, but well worth the drive, lots to do from small sandy coves to mountain walking trails and hikes with breath taking views, its one of Ireland best beauty spots. More

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Titchhead
Ireland
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

There are 3 possible paths to take in this park which consists of a good interpretive centre, video room and childrens playpark at the start and the main event which is Diamond Hill!! On Diamond hill there is a lower (Ithink) wheel chair friendly path, a middle level path and of course a path to the summit. The views are... More

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CSOC
Galway,Ireland
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5 reviews
15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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You cannot but love this wild, rugged, beautiful part of Ireland, and just a short drive to Cleggan for the boat to Inishboffin, Kylemore Abbey, Omey Island, fabulous for a chilled out relaxing break. More

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mikex
Galway, Ireland
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

The scenery is simply stunning. Some wonderful walks about the place. The availability of refreshments is a plus. More

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SunnySis60
Duluth, Minnesota
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14 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

The rolling green hills, the blue waterways, the white sheep, the little pubs, abbey and winding roads open to vistas like no other. More

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MariuszOst
Warsaw, Poland
Senior Contributor
42 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

If you have one extra day in Galway there is one thing which u should do for sure - rent a car and visit Connemara area. You will find there pure Ireland, plenty of small towns and much more great restaurants hiden between montains. This is best place to hear Irish language. Best places to visit traveling from Galway: Coral... More

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morgainelefey
Brussels, Belgium
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

Even the miserable weather couldn't cloud the breathtaking scenery and beauty of the area. Well worth a visit. More

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kierakiera
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

Worth the drive, it was very beautiful. A few different routes to suit how challenging you want the walk to be. More

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stotz89
Atlanta, Georgia
Senior Contributor
24 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

We drove most of the Connemara Loop, went out to Kylestone Abbey, really enjoyed it. Don't pay to go into the Abbey thought - its just the front room - the best is what is outside. More

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