The Dingle Peninsula is one of the most beautiful places in Ireland in my opinion. Windy roads take you through a lush, green landscape that makes you want to stop every few minutes to take a picture. The cliffs dramatically drop into the ocean as you drive along the peninsula. Here’s what to see on Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula.
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Connor Pass
This road is a bit terrifying, as it’s extremely windy, but it provides some beautiful views. Just make sure you’re paying attention and not speeding when you go down this road. It’s one of the highest mountain passes in Ireland.
There are some pull outs, so take advantage of them to safely take pictures. Most parts of the road you can’t and shouldn’t try to pull over on.
The Town of Dingle
I loved walking through this colorful town. As in most places in Ireland, people are extremely friendly wherever you go. I’d recommend having a hotel here as your base while you do day trips out of Dingle. The Dingle Pub is a hotel and pub located on the main street of the town, so it’s convenient to stay here.
Among the more unique places in Dingle is Foxy John’s. As the sign says, you can buy your hardware and then go to the other side to have a few pints. I wonder how many home projects have gotten delayed by people forgetting their original reason for going to this store!
Of course, what would a visit to an Irish town be without going to the pub? There are plenty to choose from just on the main street. At night, many can be found with live music.
Make sure to order seafood at one of the restaurants while you’re there. Since the area is on the coast, you know it’ll be fresh. I always gravitate towards fish and chips when in Ireland, but there are plenty of other fish dishes as well.
Slea Head Drive
I highly recommend renting a car when going to Ireland, but especially when staying on the Dingle Peninsula. Slea Head Drive is a beautiful drive that’s best done when you have plenty of time to stop at places along the way.
It gets really cold and windy here, even in the summer. It was actually starting to get hard to take pictures since my hands were so cold! Make sure you layer up when visiting.
There are houses sprinkled along the way, and I can’t imagine being lucky enough to live with this view. Since it’s on the coast, you look out and see the ocean for miles and miles. That’s a good way to start your day!
Dunquin
This is one of the more famous places to stop on the Dingle Peninsula. You’ve probably seen pictures of sheep going down this road, or more recently a car that got stuck. Don’t make the same mistake, as this is a walking path only!
This goes to a pier that people can take their boat out to go fishing or go to the islands nearby. I loved the look of the walkway down to the pier.
See Where Star Wars Was Filmed
If you’ve seen “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” some parts of Dingle may look familiar. Some of the islands in the distance were used for a few scenes for the movie.
Skellig Michael is where they filmed for the upcoming movie as well. There’s also a set in Dingle that you can go to that’s been left up for tourists.
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Was there a few years ago and your pictures helped me relive those memories. Absolutely breathtaking.
I loved the area!
OMG the views there are absolutely stunning! This is defintiely on my bucket list of places to go one day!
Great photos of a breath taking place! Looks like an amazing trip.
It’s a beautiful area!
It was! I can’t wait to go back someday.
Your photos are so stunning!!! I just added the Dingle Peninsula to my must-see list when I go to Ireland!
I’m so glad!
Those views are breathtaking! What a beautiful country Ireland is!!
It’s one of my favorite countries!
WOW!!! It’s GORGEOUS there! I know I say that about basically everywhere you go, but this has to be one of the top locations you’ve visited. Also, a hardware store that’s also a bar? I’d probably never see my fiance again HAHA
Ireland is on my list of places to visit. Pinning this when I have the opportunity to go! I loved your photos!
It be easy for someone to get lost in that store! 😊
You’ll love it!
Wow! These photos are breathtaking! Would love to visit Ireland some day!
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Amanda
I hope you get a chance to!
I was just in Ireland this summer and didn’t get a chance to make it to the peninsula. But it always impresses me just how beautiful Ireland is! Great post!
I’d love to see the spot where Star Wars was filmed! 😀
Any part of Ireland is beautiful!
I need to watch the movie again!
I am dying to visit here – absolutely love your guide, Marissa!!!
Thanks Portia!
Stunning views and wonderful pictures… I would love to go to Ireland, I have a friend that just got back. Great tips and I hope to make it to Europe in the next year..
Valerie
I hope you get a chance!