Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Review
Some places win your heart once; Kylemore Abbey keeps it forever. We endorsed it in the last edition of my Top 100 Attractions on the Island of Ireland, and we’re proud to do so again, visit, and you’ll instantly see why. Tucked deep in Connemara on the Wild Atlantic Way, this lakeside estate is a haven of history, beauty and serenity. The Benedictine community has cared for the site for over a century, creating an atmosphere that is both contemplative and warmly welcoming. Tour the storied Abbey, admire the fairy-tale Neo-Gothic Church, and wander the spectacular Victorian Walled Garden, thoughtfully restored and bursting with seasonal colour. Trails unveil mirror-bright views across Pollacapall Lough and the Twelve Bens. When it’s time to pause, the café serves wholesome, home-baked goodness, much of it from the estate. Whether you come for heritage, horticulture or pure peace, Kylemore delivers a truly quintessential Connemara experience.
- Top 100 Review
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