Introduction
County Clare captivates with dramatic western coastline where Atlantic fury meets the distinctive limestone moonscape of the Burren. The iconic Cliffs of Moher rise majestically from churning seas, offering visitors vertiginous views that embody the raw power of Ireland's western edge. The Burren's paradoxical ecology supports Arctic, Alpine and Mediterranean plants side by side in a landscape that appears barren yet teems with life. Traditional music pulses through the veins of Clare, with Doolin's pubs offering some of Ireland's finest sessions, while the medieval lanes of Ennis invite unhurried exploration of a county where nature and culture have achieved remarkable harmony.
Featured Places
Ballyvaughan
Ballyvaughan whispers its ancient origins long before you reach its shores - its very name, *Baile UĂ BheachĂĄin*, hints at a settlement where the OâVaughans once ruled from castle ruins now silhouetted against Galway Bay. Perched on Irelandâs Wild...
Ennis
Step onto the cobblestones of Ennis, County Clare, where the River Fergus whispers stories through a town thatâs been beating to its own rhythm since the 13th century. Founded by the OâBrien kings as a Franciscan settlement, this medieval gem...
Lahinch
Lahinch, County Clare, greets visitors with the salty tang of the Atlantic wind and the rhythmic crash of waves on its golden sands - a symphony thatâs drawn surfers, explorers, and dreamers for centuries. Nestled where Liscannor Bay meets the...
Featured Attractions
Cliffs of Moher
Experience Ireland's Cliffs of Moher: 214m cliffs plunging into the Atlantic, UNESCO-protected, home to seabirds. A must-see on the Wild Atlantic Way.
The Burren
Nestled in the west of Ireland, the Burren is one of the country's most unique and breathtaking landscapes. This vast limestone plateau covers an area of around 250 square kilometers and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a...
Aillwee Burren Experience
Descend into ancient caves found by a dog! Explore Aillwee Burren Experience: see mighty birds of prey & spot 10,000-year-old bear bones.
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Explore Bunratty Castle & Folk Park: 15th-century fortress, 26-acre 19th-century village, and legendary medieval banquets since 1963.
Burren Way Walking Trail
Explore Ireland's Burren Way: A 114km UNESCO trail blending karst landscapes, rare flora, ancient history, and dramatic coasts.
Clare Museum
Clare Museum, situated in the heart of Ennis, County Clare, stands as a vibrant repository of the region's 6,000-year history. Housed in a striking 19th-century building originally constructed as a co...
Corcomroe Abbey
Feel history whisper at Corcomroe Abbey, a haunting ruin in the Burren, Co. Clare. Uncover secrets in stone: royal tombs, medieval carvings & Cistercian life.