Clifden Book Shop in Clifden, Ireland, first opened its doors in 1997, and over the years this interesting bookshop has been providing a wide and selective range of books, gifts, cards, stationery, art supplies and more to avid readers who are local or visiting our beautiful town. The extensive collection of books available in our small bookshop include informative guide books, Irish literature, picture books created by local artists, books on Connemara history, memoirs, and map books. For the convenience of customers, Clifden Book Shop offers a handy mail-order and ordering service, and this, together with our friendly service and product knowledge, makes our bookshop a popular destination for all reading material.READ MORE

The Whitethorn Gallery in Clifden, Ireland, is an interesting art gallery that displays and exhibits an extensive collection of art work created by not only many a local artist, but also national and international artists. Anne Merrins, the gallery director at our gallery ensures that all tastes in art, from eclectic to contemporary, are exhibited and displayed to enhance their creativity, and includes spectacular tree sculptors created by the talented Glen Gibson as well as lithe, bronze touched figures of Robert Jayet. A visit to The Whitethorn Gallery is a relaxed and enjoyable experience, and we offer the convenient service of exporting works to destinations worldwide.READ MORE

Alan Gaillard Ceramics and Irish Pottery in Clifden, Ireland, operates a ceramics and pottery studio from an eco-friendly studio, and 75% of all energy that is used in the studio, workshop and home is generated with a wind turbine. All tableware created in our studio are microwave, dishwasher and oven proof, and glazes, created by using all natural raw materials, include copper red, dolomite, iron and an occasional splash of cobalt blue. In 2013 the spectacular and classic Japanese tenmoku and Japanese style green celadon glaze was used, and after several years of test firing, Alan Gaillard Ceramics and Irish Pottery introduced a new and delightful glaze that is a beautiful copper red splash.READ MORE

Manions Bike Shop in Clifden, Ireland, is a family owned and run bike shop that has reliably served the community since 1940, and to this day continues to offer excellent service, sale of bicycles, bike hire as well as the hire of carefully maintained electric bikes. Our bike shop also arrange group guided tours. All cycle hire include helmets, bike locks, hi-visibility vests, puncture repair kits and other accessories to ensure fun and safe rides along the many interesting cycling routes in the area. Manions Bike Shop is well stocked with a range of bicycles to suit all cycling abilities and tastes, and with our affordable rates, excellent accessories and well maintained bicycles, you can confidently head off to enjoy the great outdoors and stunning scenery.READ MORE

Foyle's Hotel in Clifden, Ireland, is a family owned and run hotel located in a beautiful building that has retained its old charm and serene atmosphere after being redesigned to match modern standards. Our hotel offers a choice of 25 en-suite guest rooms, fitted with central heating, televisions, tea/coffee making facilities and many other amenities that will make your stay with us a memorable one. The Marconi Restaurant at our hotel specializes in seafood as well as tender lamb, beef served with fresh vegetables, and our menu also includes vegetarian dishes. Foyle's Hotel has a beer garden for smoking guests, and Mullarkey's Bar is the place to be for enjoyable live entertainment and a pint of the best.READ MORE

Clifden Camping and Caravan Park in Clifden, Ireland, surrounded by peace and tranquility and an ideal, convenient location, makes our caravan park and campsite the perfect base for visitors wanting to tour the spectacular Connemara countryside. Our caravan park and campsite also has a rv and motor home service area. Our beautifully manicured gardens with stunning views of the surrounding landscape is a dream come true for artists and enthusiasts of photography. Facilities at Clifden Camping and Caravan Park include television, pool table room, clean washrooms, covered dining area, bike rack, small grocery shop and many more amenities and facilities that will make your stay with us a memorable one.READ MORE

Connemara Heritage and History Center in Clifden, Ireland, is a unique and interesting heritage and history center located on a family working farm that promotes tourism by offering informative guided tours as well as self guided tours that highlight the hardships of life in the 19th century. Our heritage and history center focuses on the restored cottage of Dan O'Hara, a legend whose story is immortalized in the ballad Dan O'Hara. Entertaining guided tours at Connemara Heritage and History Center include farm activity demonstrations, and after visiting our craft shop stocked with gifts, jewellery and many other items, visitors can enjoy relaxing lunches, tea, coffee, cakes and many other refreshments in our restaurant.READ MORE

Mannion’s Bar and Restaurant in Clifden, Ireland, is a family run bar and restaurant that specializes in locally sourced seafood at reasonable prices, and our menu also includes the popular Irish stew and Irish beef hamburgers. We also have a special children's menu available. All meals served at our bar and restaurant are made with the freshest and best quality ingredients to ensure a good dining experience. Guests can enjoy live entertainment every evening at our restaurant while enjoying their meal. Mannion's Bar and Restaurant offers self catering accommodation in a two-bed apartment that is ideal for short or long stays, and is ideally located for exploring the beautiful surrounding areas.READ MORE

E J Kings Bar and Restaurant in Clifden, Ireland, was established more than 100 years ago as a family run public house, and to this day our restaurant and bar is a familiar site with its corner location. Our restaurant and bar is the perfect place to visit for a leisurely drink or have a delicious lunch before heading off to explore the beautiful Connemara countryside with its many attractions. And at the end of the day you can return for a relaxing dinner before enjoying live entertainment. E J Kings Bar and Restaurant offers private dining in their upstairs restaurant that looks out over the town square, and this area is an ideal venue for hosting birthday parties and many other private events. READ MORE

Real Adventures in Clifden, Ireland, is the place to go for exciting outdoor activities and adventure that will suit all ages and skill levels. We arrange outdoor activities that include kayaking, coasteering, rock climbing, stand up paddleboarding, surfing and many other equally exciting adventures. Kayaking in the Connemara caves is an experience not to be missed, as our experienced guides take you kayaking in fantastic sea caves, along spectacular cliffs and along a stunning coastline. Rock climbing with Real Adventures is the ultimate challenge in outdoor activities, and includes an abseiling experience down to the ground. Coasteering is another adrenaline charged activity that adventure seekers should not miss.READ MORE