What to do and see in Westport, Western Ireland: The Best Outdoor Activities

October 17, 2021 Toi Mattera

A true family destination, Westport boasts magnificent scenery, golf facilities, recreational fishing, sailing and yachting, beach swimming, hiking and cycling trails, and (to top it all off) a placed called Pirate Adventure Park. What kid wouldn't love this place? Visit in September and you'll witness the exciting Westport Arts Festival, perfect for all ages. And Westport was Google Earth's first fully 3D town, so you can relive the memories from your computer when you get home!
Restaurants in Westport

1. Croagh Patrick Stables

Murrisk, Westport Ireland +353 86 121 7590 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/croaghpatrickstables1/
Excellent
97%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 230 reviews

Croagh Patrick Stables

Come join us at CPS! We are located at the foot of the Holy Mountain! Enjoy a breath-taking trek along Bertra Beach and take in the magnificent views of Clew Bay, with our BHS-certified instructors.

Reviewed By Saintpats1

Went with a group of 7 ladies ranging from experienced riders to riders with no expeirience. Vicky was amazing carefully selected horses to suit each ladies comfort level. Absolutely fab trek on the beach, definitely a top expeirience in Westport with croagh patrick in the back drop, scenery is breathtaking! Vicky and her leads brought a bit of craic to the hour long trek, great value for money and a truly memorable experience

2. Bellacragher Bay Boat Club

Excellent
95%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 57 reviews

Bellacragher Bay Boat Club

Most watersports in one place, Sailing, Kayaks, powerboating, skiing. We are a small sailing Club that welcomes visitors during the sailing season, people that come to us can learn to sail/improve their skill or take a cruise along our very scenic coast. Island hopping camping trips in addition to the annual Summer Camp make a very busy Summer, we have a range of sailing Dinghies but lean towards catamarans.

3. Drummindoo Stud

Knockranny Village, Westport Ireland +353 98 25616 [email protected] http://www.drummindoo.com
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 221 reviews

Drummindoo Stud

Family run equitation center only 1 mile from Westport, on the Wild Atlantic Way. Horseriding for adults and children (minimum age 4 years). Good selection of horses (Connemara Ponies, Irish Cobs, Irish Sport Horses) for all levels and abilities. Pony Camps. Lead rein pony rides. Pony trekking. A.I.R.E.Approved. Qualified instruction. Day Rides (advance booking required). All weather facilities. Experienced riders can avail of ''The Clew Bay Trail Ride'' which takes small groups of experienced riders through new and ever-changing landscapes of small villages, breathtaking sandy beaches, sea and off-shore islands, country lanes, mountain tracks and local heritage sites, stopping for a picnic along the way.

Reviewed By eimearjmccartney

Accommodated my 6yr old daughter at short notice for a lesson while on our holidays!very helpful and friendly staff!my daughter thoroughly enjoyed it!

4. Electric Escapes

Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 63 reviews

Electric Escapes

Cycle tours in Ireland.Electric bike tours in Ireland.Bike & cycle hire in Ireland.. Explore the Wild Atlantic Way in the West of Ireland with ease on the best electric bikes in the world. We'll pick you up with the bikes and take you off the beaten track to explore with ease the hills and valleys of Mayo. You'll have jeep support, maps, binoculars and everything you need to enjoy the wilderness experience. We'll be there to enhance the experience but not intrude on your time. We'll guide, not lead, and inform, not lecture, enabling you to have a unique experience, finding secrets and tales only the locals know. The picnic provided is all local award-winning cheeses, clew bay Salmon, local baked bread. And don't worry about carrying it either - we'll set it up with a vista to die for and even do the washing up! Everything is taken care of. You just cycle off into the sunset and enjoy.

5. The Adventure Islands, Collanmore Island

Excellent
95%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 254 reviews

The Adventure Islands, Collanmore Island

We have many different activities for you on Collanmore lodge. Our adventure company provides Sea Kayaking with a high speed rib transfer to the island. So whether your staying in Westport or coming to the town for a visit make sure you call us or visit us on our website to book something exciting to do whileThings to do in Westport – The adventure capital of Ireland.At “The Adventure Islands” and Collanmore Island Lodge we encourage you to experience the fun, exhilaration and camaraderie of our adventure activity programs in safe, well managed environs. As Westport is the Adventure Capital Of Ireland there are always plenty of things to do in relation to Adventure Sports and Activities.

6. Westport Cycle Tours

Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Westport Cycle Tours

Westport Cycle Tours operates along the Wild Atlantic Way and offers cycle tours for all abilities. From a leisurely day out on a hybrid bike to a hair raising mountain bike experience. Based at the award winning Bertra House B&B all you need is one booking and you can sit back and relax knowing you are going to see the best the West of Ireland has to offer on your stay with us.

7. Myna Stables and Equestrian Centre

Kilmeena, Westport Ireland +353 87 148 8203 [email protected] http://www.mynastables.com
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

At Myna Stables we offer •Kids lessons •Adult lessons •Trekking an hour or longer if requested (Must have experience for longer treks) •Livery for ponies and horses for both short and long term stays and offer full board or half board (Full/DIY) •B&B for horses for people that want to bring their horses on holidays offering brilliant holiday packages

8. The Great Western Greenway

The Green The Green The Green Civic Offices Altamont Street, Westport F28 CK31 Ireland +353 87 799 9985 http://www.greenway.ie
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,438 reviews

The Great Western Greenway

Reviewed By UndergroundOfHappy

Wonderful day cycling from Achill back to Westport. Love the way the Greenway is close to the road in places although protected or segregated, giving you a picture of the vehicle traffic as you're whistling to yourself, gliding along past picture perfect views. The coastline, hillscape, terrain are all stunning, also nice to see the odd bit of local farm activity along the cycle path. At one point a ram literally said hello to us from high up on a rock (that's what we told ourselves anyway!). Stopped in Mulranny and Newport, both perfect stop offs for bit of food or refreshment, and great views of the coastline or river. We brought two kids of 9 years old and the 42km was just about manageable for them, it's mostly flat anyway. But there were plenty of even younger children we passed along the way too. An unforgettable day's cycling. Highly recommended.

9. Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures

Excellent
91%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 903 reviews

Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures

Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor adventures are the premier bike hire operator for the Great Western Greenway. We are always where you need us when you need us. We also provide guided sea kayaking tours on Clew Bay, Greenway to Seaway package which includes cycling the Greenway and return back to you base via a local fishing charter. We have return or outbound shuttle services available to ensure you only do the sections of the trail that you choose. Winner of the Mayo Business Awards 2015 "Best Tourism Activity Provider" Listed in the top 100 attractions in Ireland 1 of only 2 in Mayo.

10. Atlantic Drive on Achill Island

Westport Ireland http://www.visitachill.com/en/atlanticdrive.html
Excellent
85%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,306 reviews

Atlantic Drive on Achill Island

Reviewed By Venture14995

I love Achill Island and visit it at least twice a year. There is a lovely drive from Mulranny along by the coast with views of Clare Island & lots of sheep on the road. Keem beach is worth a visit at any time of the year.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.