Dingle Peninsula Itinerary for May 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Dunquin Pier
    30 minutes (15 miles) from Dingle Town

    Dunquin Pier is located at the end of the Dingle Peninsula and is the closest point to the Blasket Islands. Enjoy the fresh sea air, stunning views, and imagine what life must have been like for the people who lived on the islands during the 19th and 20th centuries.

  2. 10:00AM: Gallarus Oratory
    20 minutes (9.8 miles) from Dunquin Pier

    Gallarus Oratory is a 6th-century church that was built using a technique known as corbelling. Learn about the history of this fascinating site and marvel at its well-preserved structure.

  3. 11:00AM: Slea Head Drive
    10 minutes (3.9 miles) from Gallarus Oratory

    The Slea Head Drive is one of the most scenic drives in Ireland and boasts stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Blasket Islands, and the rugged coastline of the Dingle Peninsula.

  4. 12:00PM: Louis Mulcahy Pottery
    30 minutes (15 miles) from Slea Head Drive

    Visit the Louis Mulcahy Pottery studio and gallery to see beautiful handmade pottery and ceramics. Watch the artists at work and learn about the history of traditional Irish pottery-making.

  5. 1:30PM: Lunch at The Global Village
    5 minutes (0.7 miles) from Louis Mulcahy Pottery

    The Global Village is a popular restaurant in Dingle Town that offers international cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. Whether you want sushi or a burger, you're sure to find something delicious on the menu.

  6. 2:30PM: Dingle Distillery
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from The Global Village

    Learn about the art of whiskey-making at the Dingle Distillery. Take a tour of the facility and taste some of their best creations.

  7. 3:30PM: Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Dingle Distillery

    Visit the Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium to see a variety of marine life up close, including sharks, rays, and penguins. Learn about the importance of marine conservation and the challenges faced by our oceans today.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dunquin Pier (30 minutes, free)
  • Gallarus Oratory (1 hour, €5 per person)
  • Slea Head Drive (1 hour, free)
  • Louis Mulcahy Pottery (1 hour, free)
  • Lunch at The Global Village (1 hour, €15 per person)
  • Dingle Distillery (1 hour, €15 per person)
  • Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium (1 hour, €15 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €50 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Famine Cottages, a historic village that tells the story of the Irish Potato Famine. If you have less time, consider skipping the Louis Mulcahy Pottery studio or the Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium. Also, make sure to bring warm and waterproof clothing as weather conditions can change quickly on the peninsula.

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