O'Brien's Castle
The ruins of a 14th-century castle built inside an older stone ring fort, on the highest ground of the island.
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Inisheer: airports, things to do and where to stay
Inisheer is the smallest and easternmost of the three Aran Islands, in Galway Bay. It has a small village, stone walls, a ruined castle and a lighthouse, and is easy to explore on foot. Irish is spoken here.
Inisheer airports
From the airport to central Inisheer
Inis Oírr airport is about 1 km from central Inisheer.
Island taxis and minibuses
The island has minibus and pony-and-trap tours; the village and the pier are close to the aerodrome.
Ferries
Ferries reach the island's pier from Rossaveal, near Galway, and from Doolin, in County Clare. They are the usual alternative to flying.
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Things to do in Inisheer
Inisheer Lighthouse
The island's lighthouse, on the south coast, with views over the Atlantic and the Clare cliffs.
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Plassey shipwreck
The rusting hull of the Plassey, a cargo ship that ran aground on the island's rocks in 1960.
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Harbour
The island's small harbour, where the ferries arrive and the traditional currach boats can be seen.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Inisheer?
Inisheer is served by Inis Oírr (INQ).
How far is the airport from central Inisheer?
Inis Oírr airport is about 1 km from central Inisheer.
How do I get from the airport to central Inisheer?
From Inis Oírr airport you can take Island taxis and minibuses (taxi) and Ferries (boat). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Inisheer?
Highlights of Inisheer include O'Brien's Castle, Inisheer Lighthouse, Plassey shipwreck, and Harbour.
Photo credits
- O'Brien's Castle: Z thomas, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Inisheer Lighthouse: Biscit at English Wikipedia, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plassey shipwreck: Mike Parker, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Harbour: Ridiculopathy, CC0, Wikimedia Commons