Where to stay in Achill Island

Guides to Achill Island

Food and drink on Achill Island (Acaill)

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Achill Experience Aquarium & Visitor Centre

Fun for everyone

<p>Basking sharks love to drop into Achill Island for a visit every summer, usually in <a href="/mayo/keem-bay">Keem Bay</a> and it's not unusual to see them being accompanied by a pod of dolphins.</p>

Tips from locals

See the raw beauty of the Irish coastline

Stunning Achill Island

Routes and trails in Achill Island

Live like an islander on your next trip to Achill Island. Embrace the fresh weather on Achill Island and uncover a truly raw landscape on the edge of Ireland. Find peace and calm as you explore award-winning golden beaches and swim in the clear waters.

Taste the seafood plucked from the ocean that morning,  mingle with the friendly locals in the traditional, charming pubs.