50 best beaches in Ireland - secret strands, foodies’ favourites and the best for accessibility

Whether it’s a seaside stroll, a swimming adventure or a spot of birdwatching, here are the best beaches to visit around the country

Whiterocks, County Antrim

Pól Ó Conghaile

It’s the taste of freedom. Your toes in the sand, your first lick of a seaside 99, the simple pleasures of a pink sea anemone, or a bucket and spade; your fresh surprise about how BALTIC that beautiful water actually feels.

Ireland is a small country, but it has several thousand kilometres of coastline, and no end of beautiful beaches and family-friendly strands.