Things to Do on Inis Oirr, Aran Islands

Aran Islands by Ferry - Fastest Crossing from Doolin, Co. Clare

Home

Inis Oírr -
What's to do?

History of
Aran Islands

Our Vessel &
Sailing Times

Prices &
Trip Options

How to Find Us

Links

Aran Islands: Inis Oírr Things to do/ Places to eat/Places to stay			Attractions Dining Options Places to Stay
A trip to the Aran Islands is one to treasure. There are so many things to see on Inis Oírr - ancient archaeology, wild landscapes, beautiful beaches, quaint pubs - you are literally spoiled for choice! The island culture has evolved from a unique blend of Christian and Pagan traditions in this beautifully harsh landscape.
		"Inisheer is the place to go for solitude or, rather,what the Irish call 'cúineas gan uaigneas', which translates as 'solitude without loneliness.' That is what I find, or what finds me, on Inisheer." Anthony St Clair
	The name "Inis Oírr/Inisheer" means "island of the east" - it is the smallest and the most eastern of the three Aran Islands and only 6km from the Clare coastline.This island has a year-round population of 300 rising in the summer months and an area of 2 miles x 2 miles.

Attractions on Inis Oírr Once you land at the pier on the island, you have several options for getting around - you can rent a bicycle, hire a pony and trap to get a guided tour, or simply wander around, enjoying the tiny, car-free roads. Follow the historical trail (print-friendly version) around the island to make the most of your day. Try your hand at some kayaking with Enda Browse through the shelves at Pachella & Dara's craft shop and heritage centre - a traditional stone-built, thatched cottage, showing furniture and way of life on the Islands of Aran, from the late middle ages to the 1960's. Pay a visit to Aras Éanna, the arts and cultural centre - you may see one of the basket-weavers at work, or catch an art exhibition from a local artist. Or.. you could just laze on the spectacular beach and watch the world go by!
			Back to top

Dining on Inis Oírr		Tigh Ned's Pub	Fisherman's Cottage
Lunch/Dinner: Fisherman's Cottage Hotel Inis Oírr Tigh Ned's Tigh Ruari's	Hotel/Ostán Inis Oírr	Tigh Ned's Pub	Fisherman's Cottage

Snacks/Tea & Coffee: Aras Éanna Café an Trá Teach an Tae	Aras Éanna		Back to top

Places to Stay on Inis Oírr			Back to top
Why not stay overnight and experience island life when all the day-trippers go home. Join in a sessiún at Tigh Ned's or Ruairí's, or take a walk along the beach and "watch the sun go down on Galway Bay..."
Hotel: Hotel/Ostán Inis Oírr Bord Fáilte approved Tel: (099) 75020 Hostel: Maire Searraigh Tel: (099) 75024	B&Bs: Ard Mhuire Úna McDonagh Bord Fáilte approved Tel: (099) 75005 Ríona Uí Chatháin Tel: (099) 75090 Monica Bn Uí Chonghaile Tel: (099) 75034 Patricia Uí Chonghaile Tel: (099) 75082	Rose Conneely Tel: (099) 75108 Tigh Ruarí's Bord Fáilte approved Tel: (099) 75002 An Shamrock Tel: (099) 75088 Kate Bn Uí Chonghaile Tel: (099) 75106	Radharc an Chláir Bríd Póil Bord Fáilte approved Tel: 099 75019 Email: bridpoil@iolfree.ie Sorcha Bn Uí Fhlatharta Tel: (099) 75083 Maire Searraigh Tel: (099) 75024


Cliffs and Aran Cruises Doolin, Co.Clare, Ireland	+353 65 7075949	mohercruise@eircom.net