Activities
Lying off the coast of county Galway and surrounded by the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean, the Aran Islands are one of the few places in Ireland that have remained virtually unchanged for centuries. These three small islands are a symbol of almost everything to do with Irish heritage, culture and tradition, as well as having their own unique customs and way of life too. Tourists and day-trippers arrive in boatloads every summer to get a taste of unspoilt Ireland, and are instantly captivated by its stark beauty. Whether you’re a visitor from across the water or from elsewhere in Ireland, the Aran Islands make a great excursion from the mainland, or if you really want to get away from it all, a weekend break on the islands themselves. Whatever you opt for, you’ll most definitely be intrigued by the history of the place.