The rocks and pier offer ideal spots for some shore angling when the mackerel shoals are in

An area of great natural beauty at Carraroe (An Ceathru Rua) in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht

Spiddal beach is a popular spot for young people and families.

The shallow beach is popular with and suitable for young families

Located on the edge of Galway city, on the coast road to Connemara

Omey Strand is one of the largest beaches in the Connemara region, popular with swimmers, walkers and for sightseeing

The water here on a fine day is crystal clear and not too deep.

Kilmurvey Beach, in Inis Mor, the largest of the Aran Islands, is a lovely sandy beach with blue flag status.

Glassilaun is a lovely white sandy beach situated between Renvyle and Killary bay

Dogs Bay is a horseshoe shaped bay with more than a mile long stretch of white sandy beach

A lovely location for swimming, kayaking, snorkelling and exploring.

A long sheltered sandy beach situated at Inverin, Co. Galway.

Near to Roundstone, the water is crystal clear and very safe for swimming and other water based activities.