HOW TO GET AROUND INIS MÓR
HOW TO GET AROUND INIS MÓR
FROM THE AIRPORT
There is a private mini-bus from the airport which can bring you to your destination on Inis Mór.
PONY & TRAP
This mode of transport is a favourite amongst visitors to the Island and is a traditional method of transport around the island. There are a number of operators on the island and are easy to find as they begin their tours from the main village of Kilronan.
BICYCLE HIRE
Bicycles are the easiest way to get around, meeting people along the way you will get a better feel of island life. Bikes can be hired from near the pier at Kilronan, for further information on Bicycle hire phone (099) 61132 or (099) 61402
WALKING
Approximately 14 kms (8.7 miles) in length and 3.8 kms (2.4 miles) in width, Aran is a walker’s paradise with many historical and hideaway spots to be discovered at the walkers leisure.
MINI BUS TOURS
There are a number of mini-bus tour operators on the island and it is not necessary to book in advance. Bus tours generally depart from Kilronan and tour prices start at €10.00 per person.
CELTIC EXPERIENCE
Celtic Experience creates unique, tailored-made holidays on the Aran Islands. They also offer tours of the Aran Islands.
EXPLORE INIS MÓR
Explore Inis Mór are the go-to for all things Inis Mór, including tours and information about the island.
Experience the
Inis Mór is the largest of the three islands. It’s principal village is Kilronan where there is a good, deep harbour. An excellent Visitor’s Centre, Ionad Arainn, for the history and culture of the island.
Inis Meáin the middle island. There is one pub which is thatched and kept in the old traditional style. There is no bank on the island, so the bank flies in with Aer Arann once a month for business.
Inis Oírr, the smallest island, contains the ruins of St. Kevin’s Church, or Teampal Chaomhain, now sunk deeply into a sandy hill close to the shore. The saint’s feast day is June 14th.