Alcock and Brown Landing Site

Overview

The Alcock and Brown Landing Site commemorates the historic first non-stop transatlantic flight by John Alcock and Arthur Brown in 1919. This remote bogland site offers a glimpse into early aviation history and the pioneering spirit of the aviators.

This site marks the first non-stop transatlantic flight, a significant achievement in aviation history.

Historical Site Aviation History

Location

Address

Marconi St., Derrigimlagh, Ireland

Neighborhood: Derrigimlagh

Coordinates

53.491900, -9.864700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, better light for photography

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1-2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring flowers
• birdwatching

summer

mild to warm

• long daylight hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• harvest festivals

winter

cold and windy

• winter landscapes

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Check weather conditions
Bring appropriate clothing
Be prepared for walking on uneven terrain

What to Bring

essential

water comfortable shoes camera

seasonal

jacket umbrella scarf

not allowed

drones pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven terrain
• windy conditions

Medical facilities: nearest medical facility 10 km away

Payment Information

Accepted

cash

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry Free

parking Free

food $10

souvenirs $5

Dress Code

casual, comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, walking shoes or hiking boots, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• Not required
• official website
• not required
• not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Connemara Heritage App

Size: 100 MB

Features: Map, Historical information, Nearby attractions

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: None

Charging Stations: None

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Shannon Airport

Distance: 120 km

Travel Time: 2 hours

taxi

$150 2 hours

public_transport

$20 3 hours

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

$2 10 min

taxi

$15 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Important historical site, beautiful landscape

Historical Significance: First non-stop transatlantic flight landed here

Insider Tips

Best views at sunset
Local cafes offer great Irish stew

Local Recommendations

• Visit nearby Connemara National Park
• Try local Irish stew at nearby cafes

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Go raibh maith agat

where_is Cá bhfuil

how_much Cé mhéad

beautiful Álainn

ticket Ticéad

Guide Languages: English, Irish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Monument

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Capture the monument with the landscape

Result: Breathtaking shots

#history #aviation #ireland

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas none

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy allowed with permit

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Connemara National Park

Distance: 5km

Walking: 1 hour

Type: National Park

Sky Road

Distance: 10km

Walking: 2.5 hours

Type: Scenic Drive

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit during golden hours"
"Bring water"
"Check the weather"

Contact Information

+353 95 41000

info@heritageireland.ie

www.heritageireland.ie

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