1. Curracloe
Saving Private Ryan filming location.
Best Beaches in Ireland 2026
Your complete guide to the top 10 beaches in Ireland
Ireland offers 10 incredible beaches, from Atlantic and Pacific coastlines to secluded coves. Whether you're looking for family fun, world-class surfing, or peaceful relaxation, we've researched every beach to help you find your perfect destination.
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2. Rossbeigh Beach
Ring of Kerry gem.
3. Coumeenoole
Ryan's Daughter film location.
4. Dog's Bay
Horseshoe shaped white sand.
5. Inch Beach
Famous Dingle peninsula sand spit.
6. Keem Bay
Dramatic cliff beach.
7. Spanish Point
Historic armada shipwreck site.
8. Barleycove
Boardwalk through dunes.
9. Lahinch Beach
Famous surf school beach.
10. Strandhill
Surfing mecca west coast.