Things To Do in Westport

Locals Recommend These 10 Things To Do in Westport

These are the best things to do in Westport: All recommendations are from local residents & owners of Brooklodge B&B in Westport.

We are running Brooklodge B&B since 1992, have hosted people from all over the world and experienced all that our hometown has to offer. In the following page we have compiled a list of the best things to do in Westport from our own local perspective. If you are still looking for accommodation in Westport, feel free to reach out to us to check availability. We would love to meet you!

Activities & Adventure in Westport

Great Western Greenway: Escape the bustle of urban life on the longest off-road walking and cycling experience in Ireland.

Horse Riding, Hiking, Walking and Cycling: Ride along the beaches of Westport or take in the beautiful scenery walking or cycling one of the several trails and paths passing through Westport. Climbing Croagh Patrick is the must thing to do when in Westport, views across Clew Bay and its 365 islands are stunning.

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Clew Bay Bike Hire offer rental bikes and kayaking tours in the stunning settings of Clew Bay.

Westport Cruises Breathtaking cruise around Clew Bay from Westport Harbour. Taking in Croagh Patrick, Seal colony, John Lennons Island, Inishgort Lighthouse & much more.

Surf Mayo prides itself at getting people surfing quickly; individual attention is given to all students, and they have a very high success rate.

View of Croagh Patrick Mountain over Clew Bay

Westport Sea2Summit Adventure This Adventure Race will cater for beginner, intermediate and advanced athletes, with a mix of road running, cycling and a mountain hike.

Drummindoo Stud & Equitation Centre or Carrowholly Stables for horse trekks along the beach experiencing the landscape of beautiful Westport

Arts, Culture & Heritage

Discover Westport House Estate with art, antiques, architecture and links to Ireland’s Pirate Queen. This is also great for a whole day of family fun with lots to do for kids.

Check out the art shops and galleries on the main streets in the town and the quays of Westport.

While Matt Molloy’s is the most famous pub in Westport, Hoban’s is a secret suggestions for traditional Irish sessions and tale telling.

For a perfect day trip we recommend the not so far Lost Valley Tour. It offers a unique window into the cultural heritage of The West of Ireland.

Food

There are a number of restaurants and bars in Westport that we can recommend, but it all depends on personal taste. Please read Google Reviews of the best restaurants in Westport here and choose what suits your taste.

Try the Gourmet Greenway Mayo’s finest food trail – a feast for all seasons!

Westport Country Market A wealth of local produce on offer every Thursday morning