Aran Islands

How to Get to the Aran Islands

The Aran Islands sit off the coast of Western Ireland, and are somewhat difficult to get to. They can be accessed via airplane or ferry.

Visit the Aran Islands by ferry from Doolin, Galway City, and Rossaveel. The two main ferry companies are – Aran Island Ferries & The Doolin Ferry Co.

Each island also has a small airport that can be reached by small planes or private jet.

What to Do in the Aran Islands

The Aran Islands are made up of three islands – Inishmore, Inishmaan, & Inisheer. Inishmore is the largest of the three, but each of them are equally as beautiful to visit!

Explore any of the three islands! Take in their unique beauty, stop at one of their quaint cafes, and enjoy their gorgeous coastal views.

Need a way to get around on the islands? Each island offers bike rentals near the ferry docks, so that you can easily make your way around the islands!

You can also explore the islands via horse & cart! This is the perfect way to get a great overview of the islands!

On Inishmore, you can visit Dún Aonghasa – a large prehistoric stone fort along the cliffs.

Poll na bPéist – The Wormhole – is a large rectangular “pool” carved into the limestone and filled by the ocean, and is also on the island of Inishmore.

Take in the beautiful, rugged coastline and old black fort ruins at Dún Dúchathair on the isle of Inishmore.

The Cliffs on Inishmaan are absolutely gorgeous! Explore the island at your leisure, and stop by the cliffs for stunning views!

Ever been to a real shipwreck? Plassey Shipwreck is a fully washed up shipwreck that you can explore on Inisheer!

Explore the remains of O’Brien’s Castle on the island of Inisheer, and visit the half-buried remains of the Teampall Caomhán church!

Take a boat trip to the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands! This day trip is the perfect way to see both of these beautiful places! Reserve your spot here.

Want to see more of Ireland? Explore the beautiful Irish cities – Cork, Belfast, Dublin, Galway, or Killarney!

Where to Eat in the Aran Islands

The Aran Islands are quite small and unpopulated, but there are still some great places to eat!

These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in the Aran Islands according to google reviews.

Where to Stay in the Aran Islands

When visiting the Aran Islands, you can either stay on the islands themselves or across the water near Galway or Doolin.

The most highly rated places to stay in and around the Aran Islands are –

At the bottom of this page you will find more hotel recommendations in and around the area, so take a look at what else is available!

Weather in the Aran Islands

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 60°F. The hottest month of the year in the Aran Islands is July, with an average high of 64°F and low of 53°F.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 49°F. The coldest month of the year in the Aran Islands is January, with an average low of 37°F and high of 45°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in the Aran Islands

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Rent some bikes and bike all over the islands! Bikes are available for rent on every island near the ferry ports.

Take a ride in a horse drawn carriage around the island! Horse drawn carriages can be found near the ferry ports.

Have a picnic on the beach or on the cliffs! There are great tea shops and cafes serving sandwiches and baked goods that you can take for a picnic!

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