An Grianan Oirbsin
An Grianan Oirbsin

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Srue, Oughterard,
Co. Galway, Ireland.
Tel: 00 353 91 550451
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Local Attractions


Main Street, Oughertard
Oughterard, with its breathtaking scenery on the shores of Lough Corrib, is a lovely historic village with many shops, pubs and restaurants.

Oughterard Pier
The Corrib Queen departs from here on a guided tour of Lough Corrib including Inchagoill Island and Ashford Castle in Cong.
 

Oughertard Golf Club
This 5,477 meter 18 hole championship golf course is lined with mature native Irish trees and bordered with traditional limestone walls.

Aughnanure Castle
Aughnanure Castle stands on the outskirts of Oughterard and was built in the 16th century by the wealthy O'Flaherty family.
 

Fishing Boats on Lough Corrib
Oughterard is known world-wide for its excellent game angling on Lough Corrib and coarse fishing in Ross Lake. Boats are available for daily hire.

Lough Corrib
Lough Corrib which contains many islands is a vast lake of over 41,000 acres. The waters are clear and hold a good stock of trout and salmon.
 

Boat on Lough Corrib
This area close to the Hill of Doon is a favorite for visiting fishermen who visit from all over the world and try catching its plentiful stock of salmon and trout.

Clifden, Galway
Clifden is in the heart of Connemara and is popular for touring this beautiful area. It has a variety of sweater shops, quality gift shops, boutiques and souvenir shops.
 

Kylemore Abbey Connemara
Kylemore Abbey and Gardens which was founded in 1920 is a Benedictine nunnery in the heart of Connemara, County Galway.

Galway Cathedral, Galway City
Also known as The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, it was constructed between 1958 and 1965 and was built on the site of the old city jail.
 

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