Family things to do near Blacksod, Co. Mayo

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Blacksod Sea Safari

Open dates vary · Check official times Blacksod · Mayo 2 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBlacksod Sea Safari, Blacksod, County Mayo, tours are fun, flexible, and a truly memorable adventure.

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Inishkea Islands ferry

Open dates vary · Check official times Mayo 10 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTwo islands make up Inishkea Islands, Inishkea South and Inishkea North, with Inishkea North the larger of the two.

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Blacksod Lighthouse

Open dates vary · Check official times Blacksod · Mayo 1 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBlacksod Lighthouse has stood shining bright over Blacksod Point, County Mayo, for over 150 years.

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SOLAS

Open dates vary · Check official times Blacksod · Mayo 4 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAt SOLAS, through engaging galleries, visitors discover the stories of local communities, artists and lighthouse keepers, as well as myths, folklore and the dramatic landscapes that shaped this remote Atlantic region.

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An Fál Mór (Falmore)

Open dates vary · Check official times Mayo 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesVisitors to Fál Mór will be greeted by Deirbhile’s Twist, a granite boulder sculpture that was created as part of the Tír Sáile Sculpture Trail in North Mayo, Ireland’s largest public arts project.

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An Fód Dubh (Blacksod Harbour)

Open dates vary · Check official times Blacksod · Mayo 1 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe harbour features a small beach and pier, as well as Blacksod Lighthouse, an operational lighthouse that was built in 1894 and played a role in WWII.

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Faulmore Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Eachléim · Mayo 4 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFaulmore Loop is a 10.3 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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Alchemy Tours

Open dates vary · Check official times Clogher · Mayo 9 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesDreaming of the rugged beauty of Ireland's west coast but dreading navigating unfamiliar roads?.

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Deirbhile Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Eachléim · Mayo 5 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesDeirbhile Loop is a 8.2 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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