From a first look at vistors' photos from Narin Beach, it's no wonder this cove has earned a Top 10 place on TripAdvisor's list of the Best Beaches in Ireland.

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TripAdvisor has just named the top beaches in the world as voted for by millions of travellers, with one Donegal beach earning a place in the top 10 in Ireland.

Narin Beach in Portnoo, southwest Donegal was placed at number nine on the list of Best Beaches in Ireland. A visit to the beach was listed as the number one thing to do in Narin-Partnoo.

The 2km long sheltered cove beach on the Atlantic coast of Ireland is a hugely popular place for locals and tourists alike. The beach is also set within a designated natural heritage area and is a Blue Flag beach.

One reviewer describes the hotspot as a “stunning stop on the Wild Atlantic Way” other reviewers have labelled the location as “paradise”.

The TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice awards combine ratings from millions of explorers worldwide to form a picture of the world’s best destinations and residences.

Instagram posts from the location show why Narin Beach is a dream destination at any time of year:

magical #portnoo

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Narin Beach #waves #sea #sunset #wildatlanticway #instaireland

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Decent weather of a Monday.

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Hot chocolates by the beach on a wintery #donegal day ?? #perfect #farrenwide ✨

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Golf Scenes ⛳️

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Looking forward to capturing more sunsets like this one this summer

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#narin #narinbeach #october #halloween #donegal #beach #ireland #autumn

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#Narin #portnoo #24degreestoday

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