Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Foynes Flying Boat & Irish Coffee Experience located in Co. Limerick along the Wild Atlantic Way, offers four experiences in one unforgettable visit.
Step into the golden age of aviation and discover how Foynes became a key gateway for the world’s first transatlantic passengers, brought to life through immersive exhibits and a full-scale replica of the iconic Boeing 314 flying boat. Discover where Irish Coffee was invented first created here to warm weary travellers. Dive into Foynes’ rich maritime heritage, and experience a touch of Hollywood glamour in the Maureen O’Hara exhibition, featuring her personal collection and Academy Award.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Foynes Flying Boat Museum
General Entry Tickets to Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum. Walk in the footsteps of the pioneering aviators and Hollywood icons. ✈The Famous Flying Boats | Come aboard the world’s First Airforce One & relive what it was like to fly in true ocean liner luxury ✈Pioneering Aviators | Learn about the brave pilots who took on the might of the Atlantic Ocean. ✈Flight Simulators |Try your hand at being a pilot & test your flying skills ✈Foynes in times of War | Discover what life was like during the War for passengers, airline staff & locals ✈Birthplace of Irish Coffee | Watch a 3D Hologram re-enacting the night Irish Coffee was invented & participate in an Irish Coffee Masterclass in a quaint 1940s setting ✈Control Tower | Savour the panoramic views of the Shannon Estuary ✈Maritime Museum | Discover Ireland’s rich maritime heritage & the famous people from Foynes that helped shaped Irish history ✈Irish Coffee available (sold seperately) - O'Regan's restaurant on site
Options
Museum Ticket
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting points
Foynes Flying Boat Museum
Main Street, Foynes Ireland
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Imersive experience
425anthonyv,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great museum. An overlooked chapter of aviation history. Great displays and memorabilia. The star of experience was the full scale plane.Being allowed to board the exhibit was unique and gave a true perspective.
We visited the museum, our favourite part was the movie theatre on site and the real life replica of the Boeing 314.
isabeloR1658NA,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic visit to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum. The staff in both the museum and the restaurant were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visit. The museum offers a unique and fascinating experience, with plenty to see and do for visitors of all ages. It’s an engaging attraction that combines history, interactive exhibits, and great hospitality. Highly recommended!
Flying boat museum
M7706HPvickyl,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating and Unique Irish Aviation Experience Our visit to Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum was a wonderful surprise and one of the most interesting attractions we visited during our trip to Ireland. The museum offers a fascinating insight into the golden age of aviation and the important role Foynes played as a hub for transatlantic flying boats in the 1930s and 1940s.
Great little museum
mickmurray,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant little Museum. Spent nearly 2 hours going around the building. Thoroughly enjoyable time well spent here . Well worth paying a visit.
A museum not to be missed
Wendz11,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great place to visit. The Foynes flying boat Museum is a great place to visit. It was very informative, with a lovely guide and also AI. It's so nice to see so many items saved from the past from a passport, menu to the original uniform. You can even go inside a remake of the clipper. It is so spacious compared to todays planes and the seats were surprisingly comfortable, even though they do not look it! Climb up into the cockpit and see the pilots view. There is also a section devoted to Maureen O'Hara. Finish your trip with a wonderful Irish coffee, with or without the whiskey!
A Great Piece of Aviation History in Foynes
PerryLee,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an excellent tour for aviation enthusiasts. It provided great insight to the early days of trans-Atlantic flying and the pioneers who made it happen. Well worth the time.
Flying boats
844claudineg,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unexpected instructive I loved it. The view of the harbour is magnificent. Must do if you are around The exhibitions and videos show us the little-known history of these luxurious flying boats.
Well worth a visit
Jacqueline R,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our visit to this museum. It is a gem in an area where it is not expected. The tour guide was good and the initial film really set the scene. Some very interesting items to see. Well worth a visit
Great day out!
ballybogliza,Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an excellent visit. The museum is so well curated and there was something for everyone. Our eleven year old and seventy- eight year old enjoyed it with equal measure.
A must see in Foynes!
Diana D,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable and informative experience..loved the connection we felt to Bermuda with the Yankee Clipper! Followed up with an amazing Irish Coffee where the beverage was first created!
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