Best Beaches in Ballybunnion

Ladies Beach in Galway, Connaught, Ireland offers a serene seaside escape characterized by its gentle waves and picturesque views of Galway Bay. The beach boasts a spacious sandy shoreline that stretches invitingly along the coast, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors seeking relaxation and scenic beauty. Its location near the city provides an easy blend of natural charm and urban accessibility, creating a lively yet peaceful atmosphere perfect for a day at the shore.

The beach is known for its family-friendly vibe and welcoming environment, including a strong LGBTQ+ inclusive community presence. With nearby promenades and well-maintained paths, Ladies Beach allows guests to enjoy leisurely walks, sunbathing, and people-watching against the backdrop of stunning sunsets and the Atlantic horizon. The area often buzzes with seasonal events which add to the vibrant coastal culture while maintaining the tranquil essence that attracts visitors year-round.

Come spend the day at the longest beach in Ballybunion, which is surrounded by Ballybunion Golf Club and Ballybunion Castle. Children will love the adjacent playground and adults can grab a drink at local bars. The local​ town offers world class shops and food. Swim, canoe, or simply stroll the beach.

Surf, swim, stare in awe at the perched castle, or walk your dog. Cliffs and headlands form a surreal background. Explore the caves with your children, head into the nearby salon, eat ice cream on the beach, or walk to the Mens Beach or Nuns Beach. Both beaches are accessed by large, very steep concrete pavements, and divided by the cliff on which stands the ruined castle. The beach to the left of the castle (if looking toward the sea) is called the "Men's Beach", and the one to the right the "Ladies Beach", given to the fact that men used to bathe on a separate beach from women and children. There is a small cafe, hot seaweed baths and ice cream shop on the women's beach. The large cliffs to the right of the women's beach have shallow caves. The sheer cliffs over the beach have a scenic walking path, featuring a blowhole, views of sea stacks and a multitude of wildlife.

Escape the crowds by visiting the Nuns Beach, located just fifteen miles north of Ballybunion! A small, stunning beach. The Nine Daughters' Hole––a mysterious legend––is too good to miss, but it requires significant physical fitness to ensure safety. Also, ​check out Sean Ogs Irish Fairy Doors and the Cliff Of Bromore.