Nature spot · County Galway
Inis Meáin (Inishmaan)
The EPA does not monitor this beach for bathing water, so there is no water-quality record. Check locally and follow the signs before you swim.
Escape the noise of the modern world and experience Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), a place where beauty, tradition and culture combine in a rugged windswept landscape.
Said to be the most unchanged of the three Aran Islands, Inishmaan's 4km landscape has an exceptional range of flora, including orchids, cowslips, honeysuckle and more.
Wander and weave through small lanes, sheltered paths and trails that intersect the island. Breathe in the peaceful atmosphere on the deserted sandy beaches on the north shore and gaze at the early settlements that dot the limestone karst landscape. Or ramble the rocky hillsides that look out on the south coast.
Book a ticket and hop on a ferry from Galway or Doolin in County Clare, or take to the skies and fly onto the island.
Outdoors in County Galway this week
Best day outdoors: Sun, 11 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 15°C
Status Yellow - Rain warning for Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo
From Thu, 8 Oct, 09:00 until Fri, 9 Oct, 04:00
Heavy spells of rain.
Be aware of potential impacts:
- Difficult travelling conditions
- Localised flooding possible
Issued by Met Éireann · met.ie/warnings
- Fri, 9 Oct13° / 9°Scattered clouds
- Sat, 10 Oct13° / 7°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct15° / 14°Sun with light cloud
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
Beaches & bathing waters
Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 13 km awayKilmurvey BeachBeachKilmurvey Beach is located on Inish Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands.
Nature spot · Co. Clare · 20 km awayMurrooghtoohyBeachFanoreReach the pinnacle of Murrooghtoohy in County Clare and enjoy the amazing views of Galway Bay, the Aran Islands, Oranmore Bay and Galway City.
Nature spot · 20 km awayCalafort Ros an Mhíl (Rossaveel Harbour)IslandRossavealWander down to Rossaveel Harbour (Calafort Ros an Mhíl) in County Galway and watch the colourful boats sail in and out.