Slieve League
Slieve League
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Don't miss your opportunity to visit one of Ireland's best kept secrets and a signature point on the Wild Atlantic Way. Located in south west Donegal along this magnificent costal driving route are Ireland's highest Sea Cliffs, Sliabh Liag. A visit to the cliffs and the surrounding region is a must on your Wild Atlantic Way adventure. Experience the local culture, heritage and people of Donegal against the backdrop of our spectacular and rugged coastline.
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Ann
3 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Shuttle bus was not running on weekdays yet as of May 29. Need to drive 2 km to car park, and IF they have room pay your 5E to park. You can use coins or credit card but give the card a minute to process so you don't pay twice like I did. Then it is a 2 km walk mostly up hill. Very steep at first. Then you get to the lot where you can walk to top of cliff. It is beautiful on a nice day but a long walk without the shuttle.
Written 29 May 2023
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LondonFamily88
London, UK964 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
This was definitely on the itinerary, and so we headed there one afternoon to see the cliffs. It is spectacular and well worth the effort, particularly on a clear day.
Written 21 May 2023
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Anne B
Isle of Skye, UK545 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Bunglass Viewpoint - you can no longer drive up here but the walk is lovely, the first hill is awful, really steep but don’t give up, it’s pretty flat from then on and it’s a great walk with lovely views - we’ll worth it
€5 to park in the car park, small shop and nice toilets
€5 to park in the car park, small shop and nice toilets
Written 20 May 2023
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jxx9595
Washington, DC1,378 contributions
May 2023
The Cliffs here are pretty spectacular, but if you want a comparison, we thought that the Cliffs of Moher were a bit more scenic. And these cliffs require a lot of hard work, expecially if you want to hike all the way to the top. We found it cold and a bit rainy, and that didn't help. It could be miserable on a colder, windier, and rainier day. But I repeat the the cliffs are pretty spectacular and very much worth the effort.
Written 15 May 2023
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Marian F
10 contributions
Apr 2023
Blessed with a fine day if a little breezy. An efficient shuttle bus service up and down from the cliffs. Beautiful views. Had a yummy ice cream from a van near the cliffs. A pleasant short visit.
Written 6 May 2023
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O Purcell
14 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Beautiful scenery and informative short tour on the bus on the way up to the viewing platform .
Cost €20 for 3 OAP’s and 1 adult so it’s good value . Buses run frequently. Just book in the visitor centre .
Cost €20 for 3 OAP’s and 1 adult so it’s good value . Buses run frequently. Just book in the visitor centre .
Written 3 May 2023
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Horsemom67
Prescott Valley, AZ40 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Way better than the Cliffs of Moher! Less commercialized and I think the views are more stunning. Take the time to deviate from your path, it is well worth it!
Written 24 April 2023
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Shaw85
Ireland59 contributions
Apr 2023
Stunning views and great spot to relax. We got the bus from the visitor centre and the driver was great (sorry didnt get his name) a short drive that i was happy not to be doing! He was great and gave a nice brief but interesting history of the area etc both up and down. At the top there was a van to be able to get tea/coffee and or icecream which was lovely. Highly recommend and worth a visit
Written 11 April 2023
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J K
San Antonio, TX142 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We drove to this attraction, but when we arrived about 2 km short of the viewing point, we ran into a set of cones in the road blocking further access with no other clear indication of what was happening. It was 3:30 pm so we weren’t sure if the road had been closed (the weather was clear and 10°C so that wasn’t the reason). Although we have learned more since, it was not apparent you had to take a shuttle bus (?) and the area was not well signed, with little more than a pay-and-display car park sign. We simply turned around and left, apparently missing out on what might have been a nice visit. We’ll never know, but the place could do a lot more in terms of appropriately directing incoming visitors, especially if they’re charging a few Euros to park and another €5 (apparently) for each visitor to take a shuttle bus to the viewing area. In all, among the things to see along the Wild Atlantic Way, this was quite disappointing, not because it probably isn’t amazing but because it was a mystery how to ultimately get to it.
Written 9 April 2023
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Betsy F
Port Chester, NY6 contributions
Mar 2023
We were driving so we missed the turn to the road up to the cliffs as it looks like a local street. Watch the signs it is the right turn after the Rusty Mackrel. The drive up alone is a breath taker !!! Thankfully I read some information that our US handicapped tag would be honored and we got to go all the way to the top otherwise my Hubby would not have been able to walk that much. Once up there it is breathtaking ~ it was foggy and starting to rain but still worth the trouble finding it. I wish it was later in the year if we could have taken the boat ride and seen them from below too it would have amazing. The pics I took due no justice. We are not current hikers but I was at one point and I would read all of the information on hiking there it is NOT for the novice hiker at all !!! There is an adorable coffee van on the road into the village Teelin Road ~ stop they are nice and helpful and delish hot coffee.
Written 2 April 2023
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Harrison
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
If Im staying in Dublin, what would be the best way to get here?
Ovidiu Stefan
Dublin, Ireland431 contributions
For now you cannot travel , but usually if you don't have a car get the bus to Donegal and from there a guided tour
Elaine M
northern ireland67 contributions
Hi,we are staying in sligo for 2 nights and would like to do this hike, where is best place to park pls
Trish
Derry, UK49 contributions
The best place to park is on site at the top car park you will have to get out of the car to open the big gate then just drive to the top its an amazing view. Once at the top and parked there's plenty of hiking to do hope this helps.
bugsbane
Castro Valley, CA8 contributions
Hello - how does this compare to Big Sur? I guess to get to the point, if we've seen Big Sur living here in the Bay Area - is this something that we can skip, or do you still recommend going? thank you in advance
Fran K
Balsta, Sweden22 contributions
Big sur ? Read the book, love Kerouac.
Ireland is Ireland. I don’t believe that you only need to compare the actual waterfall, cliff, castle, whatever. There’s the getting there, the experience itself, the afters and the mood of the day.
How to define? Is my better different than your better etc ? I don’t know.
I do recommend you experience it. It was wet and windy ( like a baby’s backside) when we saw it, and my daughters struggle to get there ( mostly in her head) and the sheep sheltering behind the rocks all combined to make it rewarding. My sons fashion runners were wet and we had to change back down the road.
Some people hate all that. It makes me feel alive. Lettuce snow your decision and how you get on.
Good luck on your travels. Enjoy Ireland and have an oul pint for me
Chris
Blissfield, MI1 contribution
We are heading to Ireland in about three weeks. Would like to visit Slieve League but won't have a lot of time. Will be driving there from Derry and heading for Kilronan Castle. Are you able to give more precise directions/instructions for making the most of our visit there. I do appreciate the advice about the parking area.
wwrj
St. Albert, Canada141 contributions
Hi; I have checked a few routes and it looks like Derry to Ardara and then down to Carrick is the best route. Ardara is a lovely little heritage town with several weaving centres The drive from Ardara to Sleive League is quite lovely. When you get close to Sleive League you will see signs that go to the Pilgrims Way--don't go there. Go to Sleive League proper. Then you will have to go over to Donegal and down to Kilronan from there. Hope this helps.
Wij komen in jullie en hebben dit gepland. Waar vertrekken we voor wandeling? Afstand?prijs? Gids?
Lauren B
Mississauga, Canada212 contributions
What would be the best town to choose as a base to visit slieve league? Teelin seems closest but is there an easier town to stay in that you can then travel to Teelin to? Will be arriving in Donegal from. Dublin, unfortunately we will not have a car so will be using the public transport (trains/buses). Would probably arrive the one day and visit slieve league the next. Thank you!
QGJohn
Davie, FL914 contributions
Sorry, not really sure about this. If you had a car, almost anywhere in County Donegal (we actually were in the very north part of County Sligo the night before and the night after...and it was not an issue, the drive time there and back). I would look into what transportation is available from Donegal Town, which would be a great place to stay with no rental car.
marcusjj
Klamath Falls, OR19 contributions
If you park at the first car park and don't go through the gate, can you see anything from there? I have a fear of driving to the top and some in our group could not walk. So wondering if it is worth driving to the first lot or not. Thanks
scubalover61
Caledon, ON66 contributions
You would see a hill in front of you. It would be a couple of km walk to the cliff.
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- We recommend booking Slieve League tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 5 Slieve League tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Slieve League:
- Donegal Coast One Day Self-Guided E-Bike Tour (From ₹ 4,039.19)
- Sliabh Liag Cliffs and Glencolmcille Tour (From ₹ 69,755.25)
- DAY TOUR: Highlights Of South Donegal (From ₹ 21,601.62)
- Slieve League cliffs cruise. Donegal. Guided. 1 ¾ hours. (From ₹ 4,140.07)
- 12-Day Giant Irish Adventure Small-Group Tour from Dublin (From ₹ 2,60,569.70)
- Hotels near Slieve League:
- (0.04 km) Slieve League Lodge
- (0.06 km) Sliabh Liag Inn
- (0.10 km) An Sean Ostan Accommodation
- (0.45 km) Cairnsmore B&B
- (0.11 km) Cnoc Unna Wild Atlantic Way Accomodation
- Restaurants near Slieve League:
- (0.05 km) Kelly's Kitchen
- (0.09 km) Cottage Chipper
- (0.07 km) Carrick Chinese takeaway
- (0.24 km) Wild Atlantic Tae
- (2.34 km) The Rusty Mackerel Bar Restaurant Accommodation
- Attractions near Slieve League:
- (0.00 km) Slieve League Cultural Centre
- (0.30 km) Ireland By Bike
- (3.75 km) Sliabh Liag Boat Tours
- (9.25 km) Silver Strand Beach
- (13.63 km) Maghera Beach and Caves