Malin Head
Malin Head
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- Lois AFredericksburg, Virginia187 contributionsThe Most Beautiful Spot in IrelandThis is an absolute Must See in Ireland. So completely worth the drive and hike. Park by the toilets and take the path off to the left, and head toward Hell's Hole. Take the path all the way to the end for the most spectacular view you may ever see in your life. Absolutely incredible.Visited September 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 8 October 2023
- Shane J23 contributionsBeauty of indescribable magnitude in any weatherIndescribable place. Pictures can't capture the magnitude and magnificence of this place. I hiked out to the viewpoint on a windy and rainy day but didn't care. It just added to the raw beauty of the area. Trail becomes a bit vague after Hell's Hole but stay on the rocky areas if it's wet. Take some time here.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 April 2024
- HelenAMHuntsville, Alabama11 contributionsBeautifulBreathtaking beauty. The paths were well kept. The scenery was amazing. It was one of the most beautiful places we went in Ireland, but it was not crowded. We felt like we could take in the scenery and breathe the sea air and still find some quiet and peace in nature.Visited May 2024Travelled with familyWritten 28 May 2024
- DJKJOGreater London, United Kingdom301 contributionsMalin Head- stunningly beautiful🤩We had a lovely drive up to Malin Head Donegal- taking in the beautiful surroundings. Once there you can immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, enjoy the heavily walks, if a tad windy! Obviously Malin Head is famous for being the most northerly point of the island of Ireland- but it gained international fame in 2016 when the Star Wars production crew used it as a filming location for Episode 8- The Last Jedi. There is a little coffee shop/stand + a Star Wars stall selling a variety of souvenirs. Highly recommend visiting this magical location🤩Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 August 2024
- louise bShrewsbury, United Kingdom7 contributionsOne for the bucket list.Imagine Lands End but completely un spoilt by tourism. Absolutely stunning. So you can enjoy the view in some comfort there are great toilets and a tiny coffee van. Even the rain could not spoil it.Visited August 2024Travelled soloWritten 26 August 2024
- Robert BDublin, Ireland2 contributionsTo the top of IrelandAbsolutly beautiful scenery and fantastic views. Well worth visiting on a day trip around Malin Head. Hopefully you get the right type of weather as we did to see the wonderful colour of the north Atlantic ocean.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 27 August 2024
- Niamh SSligo, Ireland74 contributionsVery scenic spotThe scenery at Malin Head is amazing, it is a very beautiful spot. We were very lucky to be there on a warm, sunny day and walked out to Hell's Hole too which is a walk along the cliff top to a wild inlet known as Hell's Hole. The waves and the scenery were breathtaking.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 September 2024
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J K
San Antonio, TX215 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Be aware parking is limited at this location, but this is a must-see place. We visited in early spring in March, so it was very empty. The views are magnificent, with various routes to walk along around the nearby area. The access to Malin Head’s car park is along a series of country roads which are very narrow so visitors from abroad should take extra care.
Written 9 April 2023
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empathology
Rotterdam, The Netherlands617 contributions
Sept 2022
A beautifully rugged and wild corner of Europe. The Atlantic crashing against the rocks after its long journey makes for a spectacular sight. And unlike it's southern cousin - Mizen Head - it's has far fewer visitors and doesn't charge to walk right to the edge or along the cliff paths. A small car park with new clean toilets (all free) complete the ensemble. It's a little out of the way, but if you take the Wild Atlantic Way around the Inishowen peninsula, you'll pass through some lovely tiny villages and scenic countryside.
Written 21 October 2022
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Iryna S
Longford, Ireland10 contributions
Feb 2023
It was so an unbelievable trip to Malin Head! It felt like another planet, a place full of nature's strong energy... I wanted just to stand still and say no word...Highly recommend visiting this magic location - the northern point of Ireland island.
Written 20 February 2023
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1981Lillian81
Belfast, UK78 contributions
Mar 2020
We visited late afternoon on a cold and windy Sunday in March but it was really worth the visit - the views are breath taking - the wildlife really wonderful and its just the sort of place you want to say you have seen. The paths are well constructed - but good walking shoes/boots are needed and it is hilly. There is nothing at the actual head apart from very clean toilets but down the hill the village of Malin is pretty and with some facilities.
Written 16 March 2020
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HelenAM
Huntsville, AL11 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Breathtaking beauty. The paths were well kept. The scenery was amazing. It was one of the most beautiful places we went in Ireland, but it was not crowded. We felt like we could take in the scenery and breathe the sea air and still find some quiet and peace in nature.
Written 28 May 2024
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jessicafarry
Sligo, Ireland157 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
We drove the Inishowen 100 last weekend and Malin Head was obviously the main attraction. Stunning views. Whether you stand at Banba’s Crown or you go over to Hell’s Hole. It’s really well signposted. There’s plenty of car parking and the big thing for me, clean public toilets. I almost didn’t expect them to be open with everything that’s going on but was so relieved when I saw they were open. A really lovely peaceful place to spend a few hours. I’d advise a couple of hours to just take it all in. It’s truly beautiful.
Written 8 July 2020
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Roam196062
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Jan 2023 • Family
Lovely area to see. Loads of walks around the location. One word of warning, be careful around the male toilets as when I was there i noticed a man in a sliver/grey VW golf waiting about the area. When I went in to use the facilities he followed me in and stood beside me trying to watch. I spoke to a local man and he told me this is a regular occurrence with this man in the car and to be careful about when he is there.
Written 23 January 2023
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Darren J
Cambridgeshire, UK24 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
A worthwhile short coastal walk from the carpark along the most northerly point on mainland Ireland brings you to where they filmed part of The Last Jedi. The views are spectacular and the carpark even has toilet facilities and a couple of vans cater to those in need of a warm drink. Make sure that you do the coastal drive along the narrow roads to the top for the stunning scenery.
Written 28 May 2023
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Geraldine O Callaghan
Cork, Ireland85 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Don't go to Malin head when it's raining. A waste of time. You can hardly get out of the car. It was so wet and windy. Lots of cars visiting. Beautiful spot when dry. I went there 19 years ago with my 3 month old son so we took him back now he is 19.
Written 4 August 2020
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Niamh S
Sligo, Ireland74 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
The scenery at Malin Head is amazing, it is a very beautiful spot. We were very lucky to be there on a warm, sunny day and walked out to Hell's Hole too which is a walk along the cliff top to a wild inlet known as Hell's Hole. The waves and the scenery were breathtaking.
Written 25 September 2024
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qualcuno e' riuscito a vedere l'aurora boreale?
Written 6 August 2019
Come si può raggiungere con i mezzi pubblici?(in particolare da Belfast) e basta una giornata?
Written 8 June 2018
Hi, Can you tell me if there was a charge to park and how long you would anticipate spending here without a formal tour? Thank you!
Written 30 November 2016
If the weather is fine, a couple hours will allow you to enjoy a snack from the kiosk and to trek the road along the ridge. Parking was free along the small road leading up to the view point. Its tricky to reverse out. Better to park low and hike up. If its rainy, you might just give it a miss as the path will become very rough and you won't have a few. Like being at the Clffs of Moher on a really wet day. Great if you like that kinda thing. Miserable if you don't :)
Written 1 December 2016
Carlos U
Centreville, Virginia
Is it true that you can see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) here. If so, which months?
Thank you.
Carlos
Written 17 September 2015
Yes you can, I have seen them and all the locals obviously have many nights.
Written 22 June 2016
I want to List Malin head Pier & beach as an attraction in Malin head. It is not a business but a special place for visitors and local the bathe and enjoy watersports. the beach is safe and the pier is a ggod location for fishing or launching a small craft. you can see Dolphins & sharks from the pier. Very busy in the summer
Written 26 April 2015
Are you afflicted by a visual ailment? Or did you visit Malin Head on a very dark night wearing sunglasses??!!!
Written 26 February 2015
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