Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Recess September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Recess Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Recess.dx6144766)[Hotels in Recess](https://expedia.co.uk/Recess-Hotels.d6144766.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Recess Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Recess.d6144766.Car-Hire-Guide)[Recess Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Recess.d6144766.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Recess ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Recess Types of activities [Recess travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Recess.dx6144766) ![Recess](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d650bbfbdf4683b9605b2a4fac4b6847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Emma Spurlock](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/154b88988a49eef2cc47484e9ab7fa2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Emma Spurlock](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/154b88988a49eef2cc47484e9ab7fa2f.jpg) ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/713e0cabdca1a1e9a8323b949939459a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jazzinto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/713e0cabdca1a1e9a8323b949939459a.jpg) ![Photo by Éric Lecoustre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7dbe269ed599f6c18f5cf570ad2372d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Éric Lecoustre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7dbe269ed599f6c18f5cf570ad2372d5.jpg) ![Photo by Lucy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0402a416723747893b06817129a42d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lucy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0402a416723747893b06817129a42d58.jpg) ## Recess Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Recess has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Recess, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Recess with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Recess Recess is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Recess, and make it a breeze to explore Recess and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Recess to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Recess, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Recess. #### Recess attractions Recess has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Recess to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Recess. Looking for things to do in Recess can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Recess ### Tours & day trips [See all 35 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/181663/8d31ca60-db33-4258-b1e7-3b9c4772bfce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour 14h 10m 9.2/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available £120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-connemara-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181663.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/675224/598de141-52ce-4f47-a029-3fbcf8e8f468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway 7h 30m 10/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-day-trip-including-leenane-village-and-kylemore-abbey-from-galway.a675224.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999320/45f0c2a7-abb2-4653-88e5-f1b9bac71793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway 9h Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shore-excursion-full-day-connemara-and-wild-atlantic-way-tour-from-galway.a999320.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4311813/63507b57-1379-4c15-8257-58a3e4fe25d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour 7h 30m Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-to-connemara-national-park-day-tour.a4311813.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Kylemore Abbey Connemara Walking Tour Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50249820/f0437c3e-5191-4d69-8773-e188d177424b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kylemore Abbey Connemara Walking Tour Experience 2h 45m Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kylemore-abbey-connemara-walking-tour-experience.a50249820.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara & Connemara National Park day tour from Galway. Guided.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999336/57010e10-cbde-463e-8701-2d5d67a2e8af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara & Connemara National Park day tour from Galway. Guided. 1d 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-kylemore-abbey-or-connemara-national-park-day-tour-from-galway-guided.a999336.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Valentia Island : The Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48074507/153cb5ae-cf01-494e-9283-584f506015c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Valentia Island : The Experience 1h 30m Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valentia-island-the-experience-tour.a48074507.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4857321/ca03a3c0-4150-4c6d-b3c0-79ad25860545.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise 1h 30m Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/county-galway-killary-fjord-1-5-hour-sightseeing-cruise.a4857321.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Visit traditional working sheep farm & sheepdog demo. Galway. Guided. 1 ½ h...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3542487/c71356dc-ec51-47a7-a0a0-c19aed492d83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Visit traditional working sheep farm & sheepdog demo. Galway. Guided. 1 ½ h... 1h 15m Free cancellation available £19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-traditional-working-sheep-farm-sheepdog-demo-galway-guided-1-1-2-hours.a3542487.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Historic Guided Tours of +800 Yrs Old Ballintubber Abbey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50389688/e77326dd-2800-4830-a425-2d10c58a68ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historic Guided Tours of +800 Yrs Old Ballintubber Abbey 1h Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-guided-tours-of-800-yrs-old-ballintubber-abbey.a50389688.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Deserted Island Private Landing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4283215/d3bee573-eb33-4d2b-865c-5f9829b097f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Deserted Island Private Landing Tour 2h 30m £130 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/deserted-island-private-landing-tour.a4283215.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Sheep Farm experience & Kylemore Abbey by Lux Limousine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46323737/ff8c0fba-cf23-4148-8a91-59d101daa54a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Sheep Farm experience & Kylemore Abbey by Lux Limousine 8h Free cancellation available £649 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-in-connemara-and-wild-atlantic-way.a46323737.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Taxi Tour of Connemara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5263743/5009c0e6-7aa0-44a2-a738-b155eca7ddc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taxi Tour of Connemara 8h Free cancellation available £467 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taxi-tour-of-connemara.a5263743.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50286971/9e02a030-dfd6-43ad-bf2a-b92c5d61722a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Half Day Tour 6h Free cancellation available £432 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-half-day-tour.a50286971.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Private Half Day Tour To Connemara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2588712/b5d2b5aa-173c-48ed-92be-7416031bd5ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Day Tour To Connemara 5h Free cancellation available £432 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-tour-to-connemara.a2588712.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara and Galway Private Chauffeur 2 Days Tour from Dublin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49160038/fd4ee8aa-c69e-406e-ab27-c36851425f09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara and Galway Private Chauffeur 2 Days Tour from Dublin 2d Free cancellation available £2,248 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-and-galway-private-chauffeur-2-day-tour-from-dublin.a49160038.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![4 Day Tour of Connemara and tour of the best of remote Ireland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50113805/d03a8dbb-2aea-495a-a612-9818ca678704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 Day Tour of Connemara and tour of the best of remote Ireland 3d Free cancellation available £2,162 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-tour-of-connemara-achill-island-and-the-erris-peninsula.a50113805.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara & Mayo pub tour from Westport. Mayo. Private guide. Full day.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3532931/aaec208f-cb4c-4af4-b10a-429514628a1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara & Mayo pub tour from Westport. Mayo. Private guide. Full day. 5h Free cancellation available £1,375 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-mayo-pub-tour-from-westport-mayo-private-guide-full-day.a3532931.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Doolough Valley Full Day Private Tour from Ga...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1300817/1e6cb7a8-b1d7-459e-a11c-2b076a998f6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Doolough Valley Full Day Private Tour from Ga... 8h Free cancellation available £519 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-kylemore-abbey-and-doolough-valley-full-day-private-tour-from-galway.a1300817.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49757893/c3c5f949-f28c-432d-8f29-7b7266dbd175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available £605 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-day-tour.a49757893.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Valentia Island : The Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48074507/153cb5ae-cf01-494e-9283-584f506015c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Valentia Island : The Experience 1h 30m Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valentia-island-the-experience-tour.a48074507.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Wild Red Deer Viewing Safari, Connemara. Guided 3hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999274/c855b07f-0cc2-46be-8fc5-3d814ecacd3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wild Red Deer Viewing Safari, Connemara. Guided 3hrs 3h Free cancellation available £303 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wild-red-deer-viewing-safari-connemara-guided-3hrs.a999274.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Atlantic Salmon & Sea Trout fishing.Connemara.English/French speaking Ghill...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999173/631b422d-f80c-42d7-b659-4ecd28154d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Atlantic Salmon & Sea Trout fishing.Connemara.English/French speaking Ghill... 8h £630 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atlantic-salmon-sea-trout-fishing-connemara-english-french-speaking-ghillie.a999173.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![River fishing for wild trout. Connemara. French speaking Ghillie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999214/793bf2f9-67b0-43cb-89e7-52e7e1b8d6e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### River fishing for wild trout. Connemara. French speaking Ghillie 8h £642 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/river-fishing-for-wild-brown-trout-ballynahinch-river-french-speaking-ghillie.a999214.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Pike fishing by boat.Lough Corrib,Connemara.English/French speaking Ghillie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999195/1164bf6f-5511-44e4-ba87-a237c5511ae7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pike fishing by boat.Lough Corrib,Connemara.English/French speaking Ghillie 8h Free cancellation available £465 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pike-fishing-by-boat-lough-corrib-connemara-english-french-speaking-ghillie.a999195.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Pike shore fishing. Lough Corrib, Connemara .English/French speaking Ghilli...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999174/5e6ed60c-0152-43af-a9cc-3bbb1ae97ff5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pike shore fishing. Lough Corrib, Connemara .English/French speaking Ghilli... 8h £305 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pike-shore-fishing-lough-corrib-connemara-english-french-speaking-ghillie.a999174.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Salmon School](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49758178/9b0f3d2c-23cf-4c9a-9228-c78d2b29f107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Salmon School 6h Free cancellation available £215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-salmon-school.a49758178.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Wild Brown Trout fishing. Lough Corrib. French speaking Ghillie/Guide. Full...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/999172/38d3a4c1-16cb-492a-84d2-f510c5a0269d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wild Brown Trout fishing. Lough Corrib. French speaking Ghillie/Guide. Full... 8h £486 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wild-brown-trout-fishing-lough-corrib-french-speaking-ghillie-guide-full-day.a999172.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4857321/ca03a3c0-4150-4c6d-b3c0-79ad25860545.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise 1h 30m Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/county-galway-killary-fjord-1-5-hour-sightseeing-cruise.a4857321.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara Coastal kayaking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46316347/572c4dba-2dba-480f-8a89-03b1f78ed55a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara Coastal kayaking 2h 30m Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-coastal-kayaking.a46316347.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Mannin Bay: Connemara Coastal Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45966158/a2d601c3-66fa-446d-b021-02eb8dbc2d6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mannin Bay: Connemara Coastal Kayaking Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mannin-bay-connemara-coastal-kayaking-tour.a45966158.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Strandhill, Co. Sligo: 2.5 Hours Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50000340/7f4cc10b-2ea9-4c07-aa4d-a224dcc41df8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Strandhill, Co. Sligo: 2.5 Hours Surf Lesson 2h 30m Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-5-hours-surf-lesson-in-strandhill-co-sligo.a50000340.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Private Sea kayaking in Roundstone Bay, Galway, Guided](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48682055/a46ddf9e-e015-489c-bad2-e028cc11fc4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sea kayaking in Roundstone Bay, Galway, Guided 2h 30m Free cancellation available £415 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-sea-kayaking-in-roundstone-bay-galway-guided.a48682055.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Oyster Farm and Tasting Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46336512/f1af33f5-aa1f-4616-87b5-34e1bc95627b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oyster Farm and Tasting Experience 1h 15m Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oyster-farm-and-tasting-experience.a46336512.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Connemara & Mayo pub tour from Westport. Mayo. Private guide. Full day.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3532931/aaec208f-cb4c-4af4-b10a-429514628a1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Connemara & Mayo pub tour from Westport. Mayo. Private guide. Full day. 5h Free cancellation available £1,375 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-mayo-pub-tour-from-westport-mayo-private-guide-full-day.a3532931.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ![Private Irish whisky tasting in local country pub. Galway. Guided. 30 minut...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3379650/659607f9-b3aa-43b9-bb76-74b59b870267.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Irish whisky tasting in local country pub. Galway. Guided. 30 minut... 30m Free cancellation available £540 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-irish-whisky-tasting-in-local-country-pub-galway-guided-30-minutes.a3379650.activity-details?&rid=6144766&location=Recess&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Recess | Number of things to do | 41 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Historic Guided Tours of +800 Yrs Old Ballintubber Abbey](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-guided-tours-of-800-yrs-old-ballintubber-abbey.a50389688.activity-details): £11 | | Top 5 things to do | - [From Galway: Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles 1 Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-in-connemara-castles.a45685262.activity-details) - [Atlantic Salmon & Sea Trout fishing.Connemara.English/French speaking Ghill...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atlantic-salmon-sea-trout-fishing-connemara-english-french-speaking-ghillie.a999173.activity-details) - [1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-connemara-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181663.activity-details) - [Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-day-trip-including-leenane-village-and-kylemore-abbey-from-galway.a675224.activity-details) - [Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shore-excursion-full-day-connemara-and-wild-atlantic-way-tour-from-galway.a999320.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Kylemore Abbey Connemara Walking Tour Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kylemore-abbey-connemara-walking-tour-experience.a50249820.activity-details) - [Valentia Island : The Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valentia-island-the-experience-tour.a48074507.activity-details) - [County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/county-galway-killary-fjord-1-5-hour-sightseeing-cruise.a4857321.activity-details) - [Visit traditional working sheep farm & sheepdog demo. Galway. Guided. 1 1⁄2 h...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-traditional-working-sheep-farm-sheepdog-demo-galway-guided-1-1-2-hours.a3542487.activity-details) - [Historic Guided Tours of +800 Yrs Old Ballintubber Abbey](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-guided-tours-of-800-yrs-old-ballintubber-abbey.a50389688.activity-details) | | With kids | - [From Galway: Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles 1 Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-in-connemara-castles.a45685262.activity-details) - [1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-connemara-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181663.activity-details) - [Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-day-trip-including-leenane-village-and-kylemore-abbey-from-galway.a675224.activity-details) - [Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shore-excursion-full-day-connemara-and-wild-atlantic-way-tour-from-galway.a999320.activity-details) - [Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-to-connemara-national-park-day-tour.a4311813.activity-details) | ## What to do in Recess * * * ### Popular places to visit #### Derryclare Nature Reserve You can take time to visit Derryclare Nature Reserve during your travels to Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Derryclare-Nature-Reserve-Recess.d888721072030298112.Attraction) #### Whitehillock Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Whitehillock Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitehillock-Lough-Recess.d888719034594713600.Attraction) #### Illion Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Illion Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Illion-Lough-Recess.d888719346296500224.Attraction) #### Lough Achuss Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Achuss during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lough-Achuss-Recess.d888719224814784512.Attraction) #### Glendollach Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glendollach Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Glendollach-Lough-Recess.d888719374429786112.Attraction) #### Owengarve Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Owengarve Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Owengarve-Lough-Recess.d888719487967506432.Attraction) #### Kane's Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kane's Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanes-Lough-Recess.d888719340653076480.Attraction) #### Lough Fadda Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Fadda during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lough-Fadda-Recess.d888721217107079168.Attraction) #### Woody Lough Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Woody Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Woody-Lough-Recess.d888720513598562304.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Recess ![Glassillaun](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0b6c52cc08940fceb3590621af1bbb24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Glassillaun [](https://expedia.co.uk/Glassillaun.dx6352899) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Recess worth visiting? > Recess offers a unique blend of culture, attractions and local charm. Whether you're into history, nature or traditional cuisine, there are many things to enjoy here. ### How do I spend a day in Recess? > Patrick Pearse's Cottage and Dan O'Hara's Connemara Heritage and History Centre are two good places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to explore the retail and dining options in Recess while you're in town too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Recess? > You can't go home without checking out Patrick Pearse's Cottage, ranked the top tourist attraction in Recess. ### Is three days enough to stay in Recess? > If you only want to enjoy the most popular attractions, three days will be more than enough time for a getaway in Recess. Stay for a week or longer for the chance to truly appreciate the local vibe, visit nearby hotspots and discover some hidden gems. ### What are some activities to do in Recess with kids? > Deciding what to do in Recess with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're taking a trip with little ones or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone busy here. > > > > - [From Galway: Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles 1 Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-in-connemara-castles.a45685262.activity-details) > - [1-Day Connemara & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-connemara-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181663.activity-details) > - [Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/connemara-day-trip-including-leenane-village-and-kylemore-abbey-from-galway.a675224.activity-details) > - [Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shore-excursion-full-day-connemara-and-wild-atlantic-way-tour-from-galway.a999320.activity-details) > - [Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galway-to-connemara-national-park-day-tour.a4311813.activity-details) ### What to do in Recess for adults? > From delicious food and cultural hotspots to outdoor adventures and unique experiences, there are plenty of exciting things to do in Recess for adults. ### Are there free things to do in Recess? > From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Recess. 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