Experience A Road to Remember Tour, a multi-stop tour unlocking the Famine of West Mayo; exploring the history, folklore, tradition, songs, and stories of the Great Famine against the backdrop of the stunning scenery of Clew Bay south. The tour departs Westport at Mill Street every Wednesday and Saturday. 40 Euro. Link here.
Westport Cruises offers a daily 90-minute cruise on Clew Bay between 1st May to 31st October. It explores the world-famous Clew Bay and its 365 islands, thriving seal colony, Croagh Patrick holy mountain, John Lennon's Island (an island hideaway which John Lennon of the Beatles owned and frequented), Inishgort Lighthouse, sites of disasters, battles, and much more. Clew Bay was home to the infamous pirate Queen Grace O Malley and Westport Cruises explores the rich history of this formidable woman. Located about a 20 minute walk or 5 minute cab ride from the center of Westport. 12-22 Euro. Link here.
Experience a real-life Oyster Farm when you visit Croagh Patrick Seafood Tours on the shores of Clew Bay, with Croagh Patrick in the distance. Only a 15 minute drive from Westport. Forage along the idyllic foreshore at the Gannon’s family farm where Grade A oysters are nurtured by Padraic Gannon. Hear how they grow from seed to table or as we say – ‘from our shore to your door’. Pick your own oysters directly from the trestles then learn how to shuck & cook as the tour concludes with an incomparable tasting experience. 35 Euro. Link here.
Located just outside of the village, you will have to take a cab there from town, probably about 25 minutes away. As of now no transportation from Westport. Cab or car. They brew Belgian style beers. Link here.
Learn about Irish food culture during a private, immersive cooking experience. Prepare traditional Irish soda bread and scones from scratch, all while gaining insight into local food heritage. Taste brown soda bread hot from the oven with Irish country butter and locally made jam over tea and conversation. After the class, bring a loaf of bread home. 2 hours. Located in Clew Bay Hotel, Westport. Link here.
Escape the bustle of urban life on the 42km Great Western Greenway, the longest off-road walking and cycling trail in Ireland. The World Class Great Western Greenway is a traffic free cycling and walking trail which follows the route of the renowned Westport to Achill railway which closed in 1937.The Greenway traverses Ireland’s Atlantic coast between Westport town and Achill Island and visits the picturesque villages of Newport and Mulranny. It passes by some of the West of Ireland’s most dramatic mountains and offers magnificent views of Clew Bay and its many islands. The amount of cycling routes around Westport are testament to the unbelievable scenery you will be cycling through. The local Council, Tourist Industry, businesses and local people have all got together to assist in making this area “Bicycle Friendly”, making it the activity and cycling centre of Ireland.
Hop on your electric bike and be ready to enjoy the area. Pick up the bike in Westport. Around $100 for bike, helmet, lock, hiviz vest, and emergency backup vehicle. Link Here.
With a name out of a Tolkien work, Benbulben Mountain is a site to see, and just a 90 minute drive outside of Westport. Hiking trails, waterfalls, and a beautiful view.