Great Blasket

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One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
The Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór in Irish) was home to the most western Irish community until it was evacuated in 1953. The island population was never more than 150, yet it left behind a very rich written Irish legacy - the island boasted three writers Tomás Ó Criomhthain, Peig Sayers and Muiris Ó Súilleabháin whose books have been translated into several languages. There are now boat trips to the deserted island where the ruins of the village can still be see. I would recommend a visit to the excellent Blasket Visitor Centre in Dún Chaoin before going to the island, to learn more about the life and culture of the bygone island community.
We hiked on the great blasket Island and it was great. The views are incredible and you can also meet a group of seals.
Beautiful unspoilt and home to seal, wildlife, and two donkeys. Take a 30 minute boat with Blasket Island Ferries. Spend a full day, hike the island and enjoy a relaxing coffee amid spectacular scenery.
Great Blasket Island Accommodation

Great Blasket Island Accommodation

3 out of 5
Great Blasket Island Great Blasket Kerry
Stay at this lodge in Great Blasket. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dunmore Head and Slea Head ...
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Great Blasket Island Accommodation
Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
The price is €115 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
€115
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Dingle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
Friendly staff and great views

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Dingle Harbour Lodge
Dingle Benners Hotel

Dingle Benners Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street, Dingle, Co Kerry Dingle Kerry
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €139 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
€139
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Dingle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (546 reviews)
Ideal location, lovely room and good breakfast.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Spectacular Views, Miles of Beaches, and Boat Trips, 4 Star Luxury Home

Spectacular Views, Miles of Beaches, and Boat Trips, 4 Star Luxury Home

Dingle County Kerry
Stay at this holiday home in Dingle. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions St. James Church and Ballyavenooragh are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Hosts wonderful and accommodating, sweet thoughtful touches like fresh flowers, orange juice, eggs and bacon and a bottle of wine left to welcome us. Property is spacious and lovely

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Spectacular Views, Miles of Beaches, and Boat Trips, 4 Star Luxury Home
Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Dingle Peninsula County Kerry
Stay at this holiday home in Dingle. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Phoenix Cinema and The Dillon Gallery are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Comfortable house in very convenient location in the centre of Dingle

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO
Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Kerry
Stay at this holiday home in Dingle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium and Irish ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
The accommodations were great! The host was very responsive and left a binder full of useful information! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

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Tralee Town Park showing a park, a statue or sculpture and flowers

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Panoramic view of Lough Currane near Waterville (Kerry) in summer

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Dunmore Head which includes landscape views, general coastal views and rugged coastline

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