Blasket Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
The price is Rp2.050.275 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
Rp2.050.275
Rp2.327.062 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
Staff was wonderful and the location was just lovely

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Dingle Harbour Lodge
Base Accommodation Dingle

Base Accommodation Dingle

2.5 out of 5
Bridge St Dingle County Kerry
The price is Rp2.053.726 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
Rp2.053.726
Rp2.330.979 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dingle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (447 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Base Accommodation Dingle
The Waterfront

The Waterfront

3 out of 5
The Waterside Dingle Kerry
The price is Rp1.711.669 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp1.711.669
Rp1.942.744 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (341 reviews)
Lovely little b&b right by the pier. Easy walk to pubs and shops. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

The Waterfront
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Portmagee Seaside Retreat

Portmagee Seaside Retreat

3 out of 5
Portmagee County Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Portmagee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Skellig Experience Centre and Heatherhill Stables are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
By far my favorite place I’ve ever stayed in Ireland or America. Absolutely beautiful. Gorgeous views, lovely kitchen, the house was an amazing size. We had 3 adults and we all had amazing space. But this could easily fit 4-5 people. Everything was super accessible and we were taken care of for any ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Portmagee Seaside Retreat
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