Carolina & Martin
Things To Do / Sehenswürdigkeiten
Route 1: Northern Coast Adventure (5–7 days)
Dublin → Belfast → Antrim Coast (Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede) → Derry → Donegal → Sligo A scenic northern route with rugged coastlines, castles, and wild Atlantic views. Top tip: stay overnight at Finn Lough hideaway
Route 2: The Wild Atlantic Way (7–10 days)
Dublin → Kilkenny → Cork → Kerry → Cliffs of Moher & the Burren → Galway & Connemara → Sligo A longer journey taking in Ireland’s most famous coastal landscapes and towns. Top tip: take an extra day, stay overnight in Doolin and take an early ferry out to Inishmore Island and explore for the day!
Restaurants We Love (Sligo)
Hooked – Fresh seafood and relaxed dining Donaghy’s Bar – Classic Irish food and atmosphere Flipside – Great burgers and casual vibes Shells Café (Strandhill) – Coffee, brunch, and sea views
Pubs & Pints
McLaughlins – Traditional Irish pub, great Guinness (cash only) Shoot the Crows – Lively little pub, great for a whiskey (or anything else!) Hargadon Bros – Great pub food to soak up all the beers Lillies – Cozy cocktail bar with live music The Strand Bar (Strandhill) – Pints after a beach walk
Top day trips from Sligo
Slieve League, Donegal – Some of Europe’s highest sea cliffs Westport, Mayo – Charming town, great food, and access to Croagh Patrick mountain (top tip: stay overnight and pub crawl!)
Scenic drives in and around Sligo
Mullaghmore Head: Coastal village with views of Benbulben and Classiebawn Castle. Top tip: head out on the water with a minke whale and dolphin tour! (Search “Kiwi Girl Mullaghmore”) Gleniff Horseshoe Drive: Short, dramatic loop drive around Benbulben mountain. Easy to combine with a day in Mullaghmore Rosses Point: A lovely spot for a walk along the water, great views across Sligo Bay, and (for the brave!) a swim on a calm day Hazelwood: Beautiful forest walk along Lough Gill Check out below for more ideas 👇🏻