Kildavnet Castle
Caisleán Ghráinne
A 15th-century tower on the sea at the southern tip of Achill Island, linked to pirate queen Grace O'Malley, keeping watch over the Achill Sound.
This four-storey square tower was built by the O'Malley family, and legend holds that Grace O'Malley used it as a base to control ships passing through. The tower stands close to the shore, surrounded by a small pier and an old graveyard, and the setting is peaceful. The interior is generally closed, so visitors can only view the exterior. A stop of about 15–20 minutes is typical, and it is often included as a stop on the Atlantic Drive.
Opening hours
All day (exterior only)
Nearby sights
- Atlantic Drive, Achill
- Clare Island
- Keel Beach
- Slievemore Deserted Village
- Wild Nephin National Park
- Keem Bay, Achill Island
- Croaghaun Cliffs
- Doolough Valley