The peninsula is bounded by two large beaches on either side, has panoramic views of Ben Bulben and the Dartry Mountains and is a popular seaside destination.

The skyline of Mullaghmore is dominated by Classiebawn Castle, which was designed by Dublin architect James R. Carroll for The 3rd Viscount Palmerston.

Following its completion, the fishing village of Mullach Gearr was demolished to make room for the castle's 3,000 acre estate.

Louis Mountbatten spent his summers at Classiebawn until his death in August 1979, when his boat was blown up in Mullaghmore harbour by the Provisional IRA.

[4] In recent years, Mullaghmore has become a big wave surfing destination that attracts surfers and windsurfers from around the world.