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Hello, everyone. Its been a while since Ive posted on this forum, but my wife and I are planning another trip to Ireland in May 2027.

Wed like to focus our visit on Donegal and the Aran Islands  ( just Inishmore).

We need some advice on what to do, where to stay, and how to get there.

We plan to arrive in Dublin first, then head to Donegal, spend four days there, then go to the Aran Islands, stay for three days, and finally return to Dublin and stay there for a few more days.

I think the best way to do this is by car (Ive driven on the left side of the road before), but if theres another way Id like to know about it.

Wed like to take a leisurely tripin other words, without rushing at all.

Thanks in advance.



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Welcome!

If Inishmore appeals, then the best base is probably Galway or vicinity.  You might consider an overnight stay there, as well.

From there, you have the option of two ferry routes (from Galway city, or Rossaveel), or a short flight from Inverin.

See:  A Guide to Inis Mor (Inishmore) - Inis Mor - Inishmore - Aran Islands

One option would be to go to Galway first, so as to start out with a shorter drive.  Another option might be to bus or taxi to Galway -- and wait to rent a car when you are ready to leave for Donegal. You will definitely find touring Donegal to be best done by car.

Donegal is a BIG county.  Key areas are Donegal town, in the SE. Glencolumbkille, in the SW, Dunfanaghy, or Dowlings, in the NW and the Inishowen Peninsula, in the NE.  You don't say what your interests or budget are, nor what type of lodging most appeals -- Self-catering, B&B, Guesthouse, or hotel.

What "draws you" to Donegal?  What are you hoping to experience -- hiking, mountains, seacoasts, castles and ruins, shopping?  

Where are you arriving from?  Is it after an overnight flight, or one of just a couple of hours -- like from the UK, or Mainland Europe?

Some BASIC info: Your Wild Atlantic Way starts here! | Go Visit Donegal 



-- Edited by Itallian Chauffeur on Sunday 28th of June 2026 12:34:14 AM

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