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It lies 270 kilometres west of Dublin, the national capital of Ireland.
Enjoy a day taking in ocean views at Coral Beach or Silver Strand.
Venture beyond the confines of Blacksod and you'll enjoy some unique natural attractions. Just 45 kilometres away, Croagh Patrick is a splendid spot to get out into the fresh air. You also can't go wrong with Slievemore, 10 kilometres away from Blacksod.
What about stopping at Ionad Deirbhile Heritage Centre? It's a great way to spend some spare time.
There's even more just down the road. Mullet Peninsula, 11 kilometres to the north, is popular for the Carne Golf Links and Blacksod Bay. Though, if Gateway Leisureplex and Inishkea North Early Monastery sound better to you, travel 16 kilometres northeast from Blacksod to Belmullet.
You may feel the urge to book a hotel room in Westport for a little bit. This place is 50 kilometres to the southeast and not far from the Westport Golf Club, Westport House and Clew Bay Archaeological Trailhead. Some other nearby sights are War Games Paint Ball Westport and the Clew Bay Heritage Centre.
'There is no love sincerer than the love of food,' George Bernard Shaw once said, but add travel to the mix and it's a match made in heaven. You're invited to combine your two loves by eating and drinking your way across Mayo.
Do you enjoy mutton? How about pork? Whether you're into them or not, they are two essential ingredients regularly used in the cooking here.
When Blacksod locals talk about food, you might hear Irish stew (lamb or mutton with potato, onion and parsley) or bacon and cabbage (pork back boiled with cabbage and potato) mentioned once or twice. These signature recipes are part of the region's identity and should be on any food lover's list.
A meal isn't complete without dessert, so give up calorie counting for a while and indulge in one of the most well-known sweet treats, sweet seedcake loaf.
Good news, beer enthusiasts. You'll find some satisfying brews to drink up here. Enjoy a pint or two of Murphy’s Irish Stout and don't forget to text your loved ones back at home, 'Wish you were beer'.
Do you plan to be here on the 17th of March? What good luck. On this date each year, the entire nation joins together for Saint Patrick's Day.
It might be time to leave, but it doesn't have to mean for good. Why not save your spare European euros for another getaway to this impressive region?
Shannon Airport (SNN) is the closest terminal, 170 kilometres to the southeast. Ensure you give yourself more than enough time to reach it.
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