Guidebook for Oughterard
Dinner & Drinks
best place to eat in Oughterard
Maria, Johnnie & team will serve you amazing local foods, such as Mussels, local beef and lamb and the most mouth watering desserts.
15 locals recommend
Connemara Greenway Café & Restaurant
Main Streetbest place to eat in Oughterard
Maria, Johnnie & team will serve you amazing local foods, such as Mussels, local beef and lamb and the most mouth watering desserts.
Powers Thatched Pub
Main StreetIt's a fabulous Thatched Pub with Great food & drinks.
Camp Street Cafe
Camp StreetDelicious gluten free fish and chips AND Pizza's
Sightseeing
Located just two miles outside Oughterard, approaching from Galway on the N59, is this 16th century Irish Tower House. Much of the surrounding area was occupied by the O'Flaherty clan, up until this time, but was taken over by The first Earl of Ulster, Walter de Burgo, in 1256. The original castle was probably built by the Earl during this time but was re-conquered by the O'Flaherty Clan by 1300.
29 locals recommend
Aughnanure Castle
Located just two miles outside Oughterard, approaching from Galway on the N59, is this 16th century Irish Tower House. Much of the surrounding area was occupied by the O'Flaherty clan, up until this time, but was taken over by The first Earl of Ulster, Walter de Burgo, in 1256. The original castle was probably built by the Earl during this time but was re-conquered by the O'Flaherty Clan by 1300.
Corrib cruises operate from Oughterard on Saturdays only for July and August, however they operate every day from their base at Lisloughery pier, Cong, Co Mayo
My favourite place is Lough Corrib, a visit to Inchagoill is a special and magical place, where you can visit 6th and 12th century churchs
34 locals recommend
Corrib Cruises
1 Pier RoadCorrib cruises operate from Oughterard on Saturdays only for July and August, however they operate every day from their base at Lisloughery pier, Cong, Co Mayo
My favourite place is Lough Corrib, a visit to Inchagoill is a special and magical place, where you can visit 6th and 12th century churchs
great place for young or not so young.
fantastic tour into the mine.
33 locals recommend
Glengowla mines
great place for young or not so young.
fantastic tour into the mine.
Places to see
Aughnanure Castle
Lough Corrib
Hill of Doon
Corrib Cruise to the beautiful inchagoill island
Oughterard
Dog's Bay
Sky Rd, Castle Demesne, Co. Galway, Ireland
A unique experience
The unique Celtic Gardens are widely regarded as one of the most spectacular in Ireland, set within 11 acres of native woodland & wildflower meadows. In addition to the Celtic Gardens visitors can enjoy the nature trail, wildflower meadows, thatched roundhouse and crannóg, and the calendar sundial, the largest in Ireland. Brigit’s Garden is very family-friendly with a younger kids’ discovery trail, Earth Quest challenge for ages 5+, a beautiful Fairy Village, natural playground and lots of opportunity to explore. The Garden Cafe specialises in high quality fresh food, using the best local produce with salads and herbs from the Gardens. Try our chef's seasonal dishes and delicious home-baking. Relax in our light-filled dining area overlooking the Gardens or dine al fresco on the patio. Open Wed - Sun.
39 locals recommend
Brigit's Garden & Cafe
The unique Celtic Gardens are widely regarded as one of the most spectacular in Ireland, set within 11 acres of native woodland & wildflower meadows. In addition to the Celtic Gardens visitors can enjoy the nature trail, wildflower meadows, thatched roundhouse and crannóg, and the calendar sundial, the largest in Ireland. Brigit’s Garden is very family-friendly with a younger kids’ discovery trail, Earth Quest challenge for ages 5+, a beautiful Fairy Village, natural playground and lots of opportunity to explore. The Garden Cafe specialises in high quality fresh food, using the best local produce with salads and herbs from the Gardens. Try our chef's seasonal dishes and delicious home-baking. Relax in our light-filled dining area overlooking the Gardens or dine al fresco on the patio. Open Wed - Sun.
Coffee and more
Conneely's Cafe
Best Breakfast in town.
They serve great coffee, sandwiches, cakes and serve lunch
My Little Flower Coffee
Sullivan's Country Grocer
Main StreetKeogh's Bar and Coffee Shop
Main StreetGifts & Crafts
John P. Keogh & Sons Irish Gifts and Crafts
Standún Oughterard
Traveler advice
Getting around
Bus Service to Oughterard
There are two Bus services serving Oughterard
Bus Eireann Route 419 last bus to Oughterard is 22.15
Citylink Route 923 Galway-Clifden
Citylink runs a service from Dublin Airport/City to Galway
check out their websites for departure times