Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland

With rural lanes along rolling hills, coastal roads skirting raging oceans, and modern highways connecting major cities, the island of Ireland is made for road trips.

Though many of the towns are easily walkable while in the center, you’ll want a car to explore the wonders in between. This summer, I packed my besties and a raincoat into a rental car and toured the western and northern coasts, looking for immersive experiences and stately stays. 

Related: Gay Travel Guide to Belfast, Northern Ireland

We picked up our car at the Dublin airport, named her Lefty to remind us on which side of the road to drive, and headed west toward County Galway.

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