Destination Westport

Destination Westport Dedicated to sharing everything there is to see and do around beautiful Westport, County Mayo, Ireland.

Destination Westport is a group of accommodation providers – Westport hotels, Westport bed and breakfasts, Westport self catering apartments and Westport caravan and camping parks – plus Westport activity providers and Westport restaurants who have joined forces in order to promote the joys Westport Mayo.

Don't miss Westport Jazz presents Sasha Berliner at the Clew Bay Hotel  on Saturday 19th July next.  Tickets on the door...
17/07/2025

Don't miss Westport Jazz presents Sasha Berliner at the Clew Bay Hotel on Saturday 19th July next. Tickets on the door or booking on 098 28088.
Sasha Berliner is a musician, composer, producer, and band leader from San Francisco, CA. A rock drummer turned vibraphonist, Sasha was introduced to the instrument while attending Oakland School for the Arts. She moved to New York City in 2016 to attend the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, studying under acclaimed vibraphonist Stefon Harris. Harris’ influence on Sasha, in particular with regard to harmony, directly aided the development of her unique style.

The most liked images from June ❤️1.   Amazing aerial view of The Quay and beyond 📸 from Jakub Suliga Photography 2.  Be...
15/07/2025

The most liked images from June ❤️
1. Amazing aerial view of The Quay and beyond 📸 from Jakub Suliga Photography
2. Beautiful view from Croagh Patrick of Clew Bay 📸 Courtesy Failte Ireland
3. A Westport Walking Tours Group 📸Destination Westport

Visit www.destinationwestport.com for lots more inspiration for your next visit to Westport.

Another beautiful view of Croagh Patrick 📸 Jakub Suliga PhotographyVisit www.destinationwestport.com for lots of great i...
14/07/2025

Another beautiful view of Croagh Patrick
📸 Jakub Suliga Photography
Visit www.destinationwestport.com for lots of great inspiration for your next break to Westport

The National Museum of Ireland Country Life, located in Turlough, Castlebar is a wonderful day trip to take when staying...
13/07/2025

The National Museum of Ireland Country Life, located in Turlough, Castlebar is a wonderful day trip to take when staying in Westport. Home to the national collection of objects representing the traditional way of life in Ireland since 1850, the National Museum of Country Life is set in modern exhibition galleries in the spectacular grounds of Turlough Park House and surrounded by magnificent gardens and lake. Read more about it here https://www.destinationwestport.com/directory/national-museum-of-ireland-country-life

Just in case it rains, save this post for great things to do with the family when you are visiting Westport! 🏊 Begin at ...
11/07/2025

Just in case it rains, save this post for great things to do with the family when you are visiting Westport!

🏊 Begin at Westport Leisure Centre, where kids can keep themselves entertained in the large pool. The W Cinema is conveniently located right beside the Leisure Centre and often has Kids Shows during the holidays. Westport Adventure has an indoor interactive gaming zone which feels like you are in the computer game - kids will love it!

🍽 After working up an appetite in the pool or gaming zone, head to any of the fantastic eateries in town where the kids will enjoy great menus at Coveys Gastrobar, The Mariner Westport or Maddens at Clew Bay Hotel.

🍦Spend your afternoon wandering around Westport. There are so many shops to suit all ages, great bookshops, toy shops, clothes and shoes. Something for everyone!

🧁For an extra special treat why not take the kiddos for afternoon tea at The Wyatt Hotel Centrally located right in town it's a lovely way to spend time and the kids will love the attention, small sandwiches and delicious treats.

For more family fun ideas when visiting Westport, click here - https://www.destinationwestport.com/explore-westport/top-family-friendly-days-out-in-westport-this-summer


📸 Coveys Gastrobar, Westport Adventure & Westport (credit Michael McLaughlin/Failte Ireland)

Rockfleet Castle is 8km (5 miles) west of Newport, off the Achill Road (N59). It is also known as Carraigahowley, Carrai...
10/07/2025

Rockfleet Castle is 8km (5 miles) west of Newport, off the Achill Road (N59). It is also known as Carraigahowley, Carraig an Chabhlaigh, meaning “rock of the fleet”. This tower house, built in the mid-16th century, is most famously associated with Granuaile, the chieftain of the O’Malley clan and notorious pirate queen in the late 16th century. For more on this and other great places to visit near Westport click the link in our bio.
Copyright: Artur Ilkow/Failte Ireland

Visitors to Westport love to explore her beautiful surrounds, and within a stone’s throw lies lovely Newport. Just seven...
09/07/2025

Visitors to Westport love to explore her beautiful surrounds, and within a stone’s throw lies lovely Newport. Just seven miles north of Westport, this picturesque town is a short spin away in the car. Or really immerse yourself and cycle to Newport on our famous Great Western Greenway. Here are five things to make sure you do when you get there – all doable in one day trip. Then fall back into the arms of Westport that evening. https://www.destinationwestport.com/explore-westport/five-things-to-do-on-a-day-trip-to-newport

08/07/2025

Brackloon Wood lies along the Owenwee River, beside the Westport to Leenane Road (N59), with its southerly entrance around 6km (3.7 miles) south of Westport. The gentle 4km (2.5 miles) Brackloon Wood Walk begins there. Find out more about this beautiful location here https://www.destinationwestport.com/directory/brackloon-wood

Now, while you’re in Westport, you could take the easy option, and just head straight to one of our many fabulous beache...
07/07/2025

Now, while you’re in Westport, you could take the easy option, and just head straight to one of our many fabulous beaches for your picnic adventure. Nothing wrong with that – but think of all the sand in your sandwiches! To save you from that crunchy fate, we’ve come up with some amazing non-beach picnic spots, all within driving distance of Westport, and all mouthwateringly beautiful. Just don’t forget the salt and pepper, and bring any waste home with you.
https://www.destinationwestport.com/explore-westport/five-of-the-best-picnic-spots-close-to-westport
📸 Courtesy Fionnán Nestor / Failte Ireland

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND for his EIGHTH annual Summer residency following unprecedented sell out runs since 2016.  Seán Ke...
05/07/2025

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND for his EIGHTH annual Summer residency following unprecedented sell out runs since 2016. Seán Keane will bring his very popular concert Westport Town Hall Theatre every Wednesday commencing July 9th. Seán will be joined by Shane McGowan, and Fergus Feely. Book your tickets now - https://westporttownhall.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873571060

Beautiful shot of Burrishule Abbey which lies beside a quiet tidal estuary, just over 3km (2 miles) northwest of Newport...
03/07/2025

Beautiful shot of Burrishule Abbey which lies beside a quiet tidal estuary, just over 3km (2 miles) northwest of Newport on the Achill Road (N59). Founded in 1469 for the Dominican order, all that remains are ruins of the nave, chancel, tower and south transept. Read more about this fascinating location here https://www.destinationwestport.com/directory/burrishoole-abbey

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