Sky Road

Road Clifden, County Galway, Ireland

What to expect

The Sky Road is a 16km looped driving route in County Galway, Ireland, that offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Connemara coastline. The route takes you through a wild and windswept landscape of craggy rock and rugged green bluffs, with spectacular panoramas of blue ocean and green fields. Along the way, there are several stops, including a panoramic viewing spot and Eyrephort Beach, known for its gorgeous white sands and azure waters. The route starts and ends in the town of Clifden, which is a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include the Connemara National Park, Kylemore Abbey, and the scenic village of Cleggan, which is a jumping-off point for ferries to Inishbofin Island

Plan your family visit to the Sky Road with these blog insights 👇

Ireland: 12-day road trip with a toddler - Our route, highlights, and tips

This family's experience:

Activities: We cycled along the Sky Road. We couldn't see anything because of the fog. We stopped at the beach

Highlights: We enjoyed the fresh air and the time outside despite the fog ✨

Hiking in Connemara, Ireland - My tips and tour suggestions

This family's experience:

Activities: We did a bike ride on the Sky Road. The weather was foggy and we could not see much

Highlights: The atmosphere was something special, and we enjoyed the tour and the time outside despite the fog ✨