Unmissable drive seeing the beautiful landscapes and medieval artefacts. We were driving a campervan. A confident and experienced driver would be needed in anything larger than a car as roads are win…Full review by Belinda K
Jan 15, 2025
So in my humble opinion, I liked this scenic drive better than the Ring of Kerry! Both are beautiful, I just found the scenery better and more places to stop to see and scenic viewpoints. It also w…Full review by lauries614
Nov 14, 2024
What a fantastic tour around Dingle! Des our guide was phenomenal. He picked us up on time, drove us around to lovely spots introducing us to locals and experiences along the way. He was very informa…Full review by Erin C
We'll be visiting in mid-April and considering hiring a driver for Slea Head. Is it worth hiring a guide? Or is it not so bad at that time of year. I don't want either of us to miss the sights focusing on the road ...
A:
We’ve taken this drive both in a tour bus the first time, and then we drove ourselves the next time we visited. It was much more enjoyable for us when we drove ourselves. It’s a narrow …
We’ve taken this drive both in a tour bus the first time, and then we drove ourselves the next time we visited. It was much more enjoyable for us when we drove ourselves. It’s a narrow road so you won’t be driving too fast. If you’re not comfortable about driving in the left, then designate one of your travel companions to always remind you to stay on the left. There are plenty of places to stop on the drive to take in the views or to let cars behind you pass (if you feel you’re driving too slow). We had a guide book that marked many of the sights and we don’t think we missed anything doing it on our own. Both times we went in July and August, it was pouring raining and it was still an enjoyable drive. The actual drive isn’t all that long but we stretched it out for hours because we stopped or slowed down so often.
Is it possible to comfortably do the Slea Head drive and take the ferry to explore Blasket Island in a day without feeling too rushed? (Weather pending of course.)
A:
Certainly, as long as you're not making stops along the way. Depending on the time of year, you may want to go straight to the ferry and then after the island drive the Slea Head. …
Certainly, as long as you're not making stops along the way. Depending on the time of year, you may want to go straight to the ferry and then after the island drive the Slea Head. Plus, if you have time there is a fabulous Blasket Museum we went to the day before that really enhanced our visit to the island.
Hi, Joe. What would you like to know about this attraction? Some notes state to drive counterclockwise and other notes stated to drive clockwise. Do you want to meet busses or possibly be behind them.
A:
We drove with the busses. We left a bit ahead of them around 8:30 they did catch up because we pulled over a lot. It is nice to get behind one occasionally because the roads are …
We drove with the busses. We left a bit ahead of them around 8:30 they did catch up because we pulled over a lot. It is nice to get behind one occasionally because the roads are narrow and they clear the way since cars have to yield to busses also you’ll be on the water side for this wonderful drive.
What were your favorite stops along the Slea Head drive? We're driving it ourselves and don't want to miss anything!
A:
We stopped near Ventry at the Relics of 1845 Famine and then the Prehistoric Beehive Hut Fahan Group. Great sea views, cool buildings and grazing animals add to the experience. …
We stopped near Ventry at the Relics of 1845 Famine and then the Prehistoric Beehive Hut Fahan Group. Great sea views, cool buildings and grazing animals add to the experience. Head to the Great Blasket Centre. It is a beautiful building with wonderful views of the islands. There is a nice cafeteria there. Drive it on a nice day and pull over often to take it all in.
AdQuick & Easy Purchase with Flexibility to Cancel up to 24 Hours Before the Tour Starts! Browse & Book the Best Tours, Trips, Activities and Excursions on Tripadvisor.
AdTailor-made Ireland Self-drive Trips Designed For You By Experts. Request A Quote. Self-drive Trips As Individual As You. See Ireland In The Most Meaningful Way - Your Own.
Save
Share
More
