We visited the farm today to make scones, learn a little about farm life and to learn about sheep…read morefarming. The visit started with pictures in front of the peat burning fireplace. The aroma coming from the fireplace was very interesting compared to a wood burning fireplace. You could visit several rooms in the farmhouse to get a feel for what it was like to live there. We then moved into a large room with tables and benches with all the materials for making scones laid out. Mary was our instructor that provided the step by step instructions to make our own scones. Once the batter was ready and the scones were ready for baking a number was assigned to your tray so that, once baked, they would come back to you for tasting. While the baking was going on, Fontana the farmer, took us out back and talked to us about sheep farming and the challenges they have. Fontana also provided a sheep dog demonstration with Bailey his sheepdog. Once that was completed we returned to the dining room to get our scones and try them out with some rhubarb-ginger jam and cream. We also hit a wool spinning demonstration which was very interesting and informative. Finished off with a visit to the gift shop to pick up some very reasonably priced items. If you want to have a uniques experience this is one you shouldn't miss.

Love stopping here on our way to Galway. Really informative farm tour. There's family have been…read morehere for over 300 years. Bailey the lovely border collie made our day shepherding the lambs. Such a smart dog

We saw a few signs and decided to stop by after the Cliffs. We are soo glad we did! It was 12 euro…read morefor mini golf and a bag of food to feed the animals. The mini golf was 9 holes, and it was a very good course. Plus the view was amazing! After mini golf was got our bags of feed. There were sheep, goats, llamas, deer, highland cows, a donkey, emus, an ostrich, pigs, rabbits, chickens, and raccoons. It was so much fun feeding and petting all the animals. They also offer some snacks and drinks. Plus there are other activities for little ones. Definitely worth the stop!

Our tour bus had an appointment for a sheep dog presentation. It was amazing!…read moreThen we had fresh scones and coffee/tea which were so delightful. The little boy played the piano so great. I tasted the Glen Keen Irish Cream Liquor and it was phenomenal but I couldn't fit another item in my checked luggage. I was so disappointed. Is there anyway to mail order it or find it in St Loui. Mo?

Amazing family. Must see! Sheep herding demonstration was terrific. Don't leave without the…read morefamily's Irish cream!

Heavenly Hazel Chocolate Mountain. My goodness, what a delightful stop on a beautiful drive over…read moreHazel Mountain. Hazel Chocolate Mountain Burren Chocolatier is a lovely little shop and I believe there's a little cafe on site as well though we didn't stop in there. The chocolate shop serves up delicious and beautiful chocolates in a variety of ways. When we were in, we were happy to explore the shop as well as hear a bit about the business and their approach to chocolate from one of their lovely workers. We took home some pretty truffles for gifts as well as Irish whiskey truffles for ourselves (a delight!). Definitely worth the stop. One note: The cafe is in the front and the chocolate shop is through the outdoor arch toward the back. Get to it!

A cute, little chocolate shop that offers some delicious, pure chocolate treats. While they do make…read moretheir goods here, it's much smaller than what you're thinking when they use the word "factory." It's essentially two rooms and you can watch the chocolatiers at work. The lady who was working the store did a small sampling with us and gave a quick backstory. It was a nice, local business to stop in and support on our way to Galway.

From the moment we arrived at Castlefergus Equestrian, we were met with an atmosphere of warmth,…read morekindness, and genuine hospitality. Every member of the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and their exceptional patience and encouragement--especially with the children--was truly remarkable. Great help from some of the young women who ride at the stable. The team's expertise and calm manner put even the most nervous riders at ease. They took the time to ensure everyone felt safe and confident, which made the experience enjoyable for riders of all ages and abilities. Our children, in particular, had the time of their lives and are still talking about the horses and the people who helped them. A special highlight was meeting the proprietor, Mr. Morgan O'Brien. His deep knowledge of the area's history, combined with his passion for sharing it, added a rich layer of storytelling that made the day even more memorable. Listening to his tales about the heritage of Castlefergus and its equestrian traditions was a privilege in itself. This was more than just a horseback riding experience--it was a warm, personal, and educational journey that we will cherish. I can't recommend Castlefergus Equestrian highly enough for families, history lovers, or anyone who appreciates genuine Irish hospitality.

What a wonderful experience! We called a day before and were able to be squeezed in no problem for…read morean hour ride. The horses were all so sweet and the O' Brian family welcomed us warmly. We learned so much about their lovely farm and can't wait to come back!

I had a wonderful time visiting Ireland and it is difficult to list my absolute favorites because I…read morewas incredibly happy every day of my vacation. With that said this was a high ranking favorite and I recommend visiting Fairy Fort & Pet Sheep (also known as Ring Fort.) It was simplistic and charming. It did not have a tourist area feel to it. Fairy Forts are circular grass mounds that are said to have magical powers. It is believed that these rings give you entrance to the other world. It's a curse to build on them or destroy them in any way. The locals have stories about those who show little regard for the powers of Fairy Forts. For a few euros you get to walk around the farm land. Included in the price is feeding all of the animals and exploring the Fairy Fort. As soon as you pass the little gate you see the animals. They watch you walking down the dirt path and you can feel their excitement building. They all want to eat and interact with their guests. You are given a cup of food and it goes pretty quick. Afterwards I walked around the Fairy Fort and made sure to be respectful. I thought that the whole Fairy Fort situation was a little spooky. I grew up listening to these types of stories about Ireland and I can say for certain that many people deeply believe in them. That's enough for me ....Pretty quickly I made my way back to the animals and continued to enjoy petting, feeding and talking to them.

This is a lovely B&B set just outside a beautiful seaside village. You can drive for three minutes,…read morepark in a carpark, and then walk into town. The B&B itself was very clean and our room was large. There is a refrigerator in the room. Everything worked perfectly, including all of the bathroom fixtures. The owners are very nice and welcomed us to their home/B&B. Breakfast choices are many, including vegetarian choices. We thought the breakfast was the best we have had all trip. There is a single path road that leaves right from the B&B that will take you out to farm fields and eventually into the hills. We really enjoyed our stay hete.

I'm so glad we happened by here. Beautiful and spacious room with king size bed and a full modern…read morebath with a big tub. We were greeted warmly and let in pretty late in the evening. There is a mini fridge in the room and coffee and tea service. But the highlight of this stay was breakfast! Beautiful sideboards with fruit, yogurt, cereals and juices. Salamis and cheese, and homemade breads and jams. And gorgeous entree. We had the French toast, and salmon eggs Benedict which were both delicious and beautifully presented.

Far to expensive.. $30 for my two kids and me to supervise them... absolutely shockingread more

From the owner: Turoe Farm's official website! Now that you have joined us, we hope that you take the time to have…read morea look around the site to get an overview of the comprehensive range of facilities that are on offer. Since Turoe Farm first opened in May 1993 it has grown from strength to strength and is now one of the leading visitor attractions in the West of Ireland. This family-run enterprise is situated in a rural setting near a village called Bullaun, 4km off the M6 main Galway/Dublin route.

It is extremely crowded but I'm glad I went once at least. We went all the way down the right side…read morepath to the end because I wanted to try to get some photos of the Aran Islands and that side was quite crowded and a bit narrow especially around the stairs. It was also windy enough that it was pushing us along at a light jog/trot at a couple points. No joke. I had suggested that my mom remove her hearing aid for our walk and that was probably a good idea. Remove your hats, sunglasses etc and tuck them away safely. Tie back long hair. Great views on a clear day though. Go early and hope for good skies.

I heard its name for long time, so we came with a group tour. It's very crowded, and waited for 15…read moreminutes to enter the tower, which actually did not provide much to see. The trail towards west was short, since the trail was blocked. The trail to the east should be good.