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[H1] County Clare
[H2] Open Spaces, Amazing Places, Friendly Faces!
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[H2] Great Ideas for families, friends, couples, and solo travellers
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[H2] Thrilling Places, Changing Paces, Happy Faces
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[H2] Fab for Foodies!
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[H2] Fabulous Festivals and Fun
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[H2] Feel the Rush. Catch the Action
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[H1] County Clare’s Traditional Irish Music
[H2] From Pub Sessions to Festive Gatherings
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[H2] Adventures through Time
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[H2] Discover our Historic Islands
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County Clare is EarthCheck Destination Certified
We are one of EarthCheck’s Leading Destinations of the World – committed to protecting what makes Clare special – for those who live here, and those who visit. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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[H3] Explore
[H2] Places to go…
Clare is a wonderful home of great times. In an area less than 2-hours drive from end-to-end, it offers so much scope for enjoyment and fun.
Amazing Islands
Blue Flag Beaches
Stunning Cliffs and Scenery from a Height
[H2] Explore Clare in Spectacular 360°
[H3] Select your adventure
[H2] Go Get Adventurous. Get Active.
Clare’s Atlantic ocean, rivers, lakes and mountains provide the backdrop for great leisure or adrenaline-rushing activities, from trail walks to windsurfing. Take a deep breath – this is Clare!
Walks
[H3] Loop And Trail Walks
Water
[H3] Water Activities, Surfing, Kayaking and More
Golf
[H3] Golf our Links and Parkland Courses
Equestrian
[H3] Horse Riding
[H2] Looking For Somewhere To Stay?
A holiday in Clare should never be rushed.Check out your options for great holiday stays.
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[H3] Brilliant days out
[H2] What do you fancy doing today?
Maybe visit an ancient castle, explore a museum, meet wild animals, take a boat trip to an island, head to a golden beach, wander through a forest or explore our history.
[H3] Meet The Animals
Say hello to farm animals, wild dolphins and birds of prey.
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[H3] Go to a Blue Flag Beach
Relax on golden sands. Swim in the fresh Atlantic ocean. Go surfing or Kayaking.
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[H3] Explore our History
Discover ancient castles, tombs, towers and abbeys – reminders of an epic past.
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[H3] Enjoy a Top Attraction
From castles, caves, parks and pet farms to boat trips and island visits.
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[H3] Have a Nice Meal
Enjoy eats and treats in cosy cafes, gastro pubs, or casual or formal restaurants.
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[H2] 10 special attractions to discover
[H2] Some great suggestions
[H2] You’ll love these!
Here are just a few suggestions we think you’ll love… for different reasons
[H3] Short boat trips you will love
Fancy a boat trip beneath the Cliffs of Moher, or on Lough Derg, or to the islands. Then jump onboard!
[H3] 12 adrenaline-rush activities
From windsurfing and horse riding to Dolphin Watching and Cliff Walks – here are some things you will never forget.
[H3] 10 places to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors
Walk in the footsteps of Brian Boru, the once High King of Ireland, or explore our monastic settlements and ancient burial sites.
[H3] Children will love these
Here are some of the places, and things to do, that parents tell us their children love – from building sand castles to meeting animals.
[H3] Wild Atlantic Way
Check out the 18 Discovery Points along Clare’s stunning Atlantic coastline.
[H3] Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands
Get active in East Clare and on Lough Derg – the Shannon River’s largest lake.

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[H1] County Clare Main Highlights
[H1] Open spaces. Amazing places. Happy faces
Welcome to County Clare. Situated on the West Coast of Ireland, the county provides infinite possibilities for enjoyment. It is Ireland’s home of great times and memorable experiences. Here are some of its highlights. We look forward to welcoming you.
[H2] Enjoy County Clare’s spectacular Wild Atlantic Way coastline
[H4] This will be an Ireland holiday highlight!

North and West Clare

Spectacular scenery

County Clare boasts some of the most stunning coastal scenery you will find anywhere. The Atlantic Ocean has carved out giant natural sculpture formations and spectacular cliffs alternating with sweeping sandy beaches, many marking the origins of fine seaside resorts like Kilkee, Lahinch and Spanish Point. There are 18 discovery points along Clare’s Wild Atlantic Way. You can see them here.
[H2] Explore the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark
[H4] Voted by the Irish Times readers as the best place to holiday in Ireland in 2022!

North Clare

The amazing Burren, North Clare

The Burren in County Clare is a remarkable limestone area that is unique in Europe. Its geology, flora, caves, archaeology, history and farming traditions set it apart as a place of great mystery and beauty. Visit and you will discover ancient tombs, brooding castles, tranquil lakes, towering cliffs, golden beaches, ice age valleys, rock mountains, fascinating flowers, wonderful green road walks, and everywhere relics of Clare’s ancient civilisation.
[H2] Visit the amazing Cliffs of Moher
[H4] Ireland’s most visited natural attraction

Liscannor, North Clare

The Cliffs of Moher, North Clare

The world-famous Cliffs of Moher in County Clare have featured in almost every pictorial guide to Ireland. However, no re-creation can substitute for direct experience of their grandeur and sheer visual force. The Cliffs are Ireland’s top scenic visitor attraction. They are spectacular. They stretch for 8km as the crow flies and reach 214m at their highest point. O’Brien’s Tower (built in 1835), located on the highest cliff, is an exceptional viewing point.
[H2] Jump into Lough Derg and the East Clare Lakelands
[H4] Breaks by the lakes… and rivers

East Clare

East Clare and Lough Derg

East Clare preserves the best of everything in a fresh environment. Dotted with almost 40 lakes, Lough Derg and the Lough Derg Blueway provide water activities of all kinds, including kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurfing, cruising, boat trips, and game and coarse angling. Walking and cycling, horse riding and golf are some of the other activity options. Inis Cealtra (Holy Island) and Saint Conan’s Church are among its historical treasures. You can see some of the East Clare highlights here.
[H2] Choose from 9 Blue Flag beaches
[H4] Swim, surf, kayak, dive or chill out!

County Clare

Clare has nine Blue Flag beaches, 7 coastal and two lakeside

Clare has nine Blue Flag beaches. Each has a unique charm and offers varied activities and experiences at different times of the year. The two coastal Blue Flag beaches in North Clare are at Lahinch seaside resort and Fanore. Both are golden-sand beaches, and excellent for surfing and water activities. The coastal Blue Flag beaches in West Clare are at Kilkee, Spanish Point, Cappa Pier, White Strand Doonbeg, and White Strand Miltown Malbay. Kilkee and Spanish Point are golden-sand seaside resorts.
Clare also has two inland blue-flag beaches in East Clare on the shores of Shannon’s Lough Derg – one of Ireland’s largest freshwater lakes – at Mountshannon and at Ballycuggeran, near Killaloe. You can see all the Blue Flag Beaches here.
[H2] Take a boat tour to the Islands
[H4] These are special places and each reachable within 20 minutes

County Clare

Take a boat trip to Clare’s islands

On your visit to Clare, take a boat trip to an island. Scattery Island, where St Senan founded a monastic settlement in the 6th century, is just a 20-minute boat trip from Kilrush’s Blue Flag marina. Holy Island (Inis Cealtra) is on Shannon’s Lough Derg; its history as a monastic settlement dates to the 7th century. The famous Aran Islands, with their stunningly beautiful cliffs, rugged landscapes and ancient forts can be reached on ferries from Doolin. You can check out the boats to the islands here.
[H2] Go history hunting
[H4] Discover Ireland’s ancient past in Clare

County Clare

Historical attractions in Clare

Clare is steeped in history. Dramatic and millennia-old monuments dot the landscape and signal an historic past that is palpable. Throughout Clare there are hundreds of castles, megalithic tombs, round towers, cathedrals and abbeys – all prized gifts of an epic past. These are easy to discover and visit. Many of Clare’s visitor attractions eagerly present and interpret our colourful and turbulent history. Here are a selection of ancient sites worth visiting. You can also see a wider selection of historical sites here.
[H2] Explore County Clare’s top visitor attractions
[H4] Great days out

County Clare

Clare has a diverse range of managed top visitor attractions, including castles, folk parks, visitor caves, museums, gardens, heritage centres, pet farms, boat trips, dolphin watching, chocolate makers, and much more. They make for wonderful days out. You can see all your options here, noting you can filter to narrow your choices to what’s of interest.
[H2] Families and children love Clare
[H4] They tell us all the time!

County Clare

Children love Clare

Families with younger children are welcomed and are well-catered for. Most hotels and serviced accommodations cater to families. Rented, self-catering cottages and houses are also a great family favourite. Children particularly like the beaches, forests, castles, visitor caves, parks, playgrounds, pet farms, wildlife watching, boat trips, and fun water and land activities. You can see some of what children love here.
[H2] Make it a romantic break
[H4] Clare is perfect for couples

County Clare

Clare is ideal for romantic breaks

Clare is perfect for couples. You have a choice of excellent accommodation options in beautiful settings from castles and top-rated hotels to holiday homes and B&B’s by lake, river, or sea. The back-drop of the Atlantic Ocean, cliffs, forests, rivers and lakes is idyllic. Clare also boasts many wonderful restaurants and great entertainment options for romantic nights out.
[H2] Experience Loop Head Peninsula. Is it the end of the world?
[H4] The next point to the West is North America!

West Clare

The Loop Head Peninsula, West Clare

Loop Head is spectacular. This slender finger of land points out to sea from the most westerly point of County Clare, on the Wild Atlantic Way. Sitting between the ocean on one side and the Shannon Estuary on the other, it epitomises what the Wild Atlantic Way is about: panoramic cliff views, local seafood, great aquatic activities, and quiet beauty spots where you can pause and reflect on the wonders of this unique area. Make sure and visit the Loop Head Lighthouse!
[H2] Enjoy a world of water activities
[H4] Ireland’s bluest county!

County Clare

Clare is ever active

County Clare is dominated by water – making it Ireland’s bluest county! Experience stimulating water activities, centred on the Atlantic Ocean, The River Shannon and Lough Derg. Enjoy surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding, angling, or diving. Chill-out with the family on any of Clare’s nine Blue Flag beaches. Or, enjoy a cruise, dolphin-watching, or a boat trip to our islands. You can see all your activity options here, noting you can filter to narrow your choices to what’s of interest.
[H2] Walk our ways and our loops
[H4] A wonderful way to absorb the beauty of Clare

County Clare

Our cliffs, coast, rivers, and lakes are ideal for walking

Walking is one of the best ways to fully absorb the beauty of Clare. A network of quiet country roads, forest paths, mountain and coastal trails traverse the county. For the serious walker, there are many well-organised routes, including national trails that are well sign-posted. There are also great loop walks suited to walkers of different levels of fitness. Our cliff-top, mountain-top, and hill-top walks are spectacular. You can see a selection of walking trails here. More will be added soon!
[H2] Play top links, coastal, and parkland golf
[H4] Thank nature (and investment) for these wonderful courses

Enjoy some spectacular golf

Thanks to nature and investment, Clare has eleven top-quality golf courses from world-rated championship links to mature parkland courses. Each course welcomes visitors and offers a great challenge and experience. You can see all your golf course options here.
[H2] Go craft and gift shopping
[H4] Select something unique

County Clare

There is always time to buy something special

Towns and villages throughout Clare have stores featuring the best of Irish products, including stylish, contemporary fashions. Ennis merits special mention, and is often referred to as the boutique capital of Ireland’. Throughout the county, you can also discover crafted products made on-site – from cheese and chocolates to pottery, woven fabrics, and perfumes.You can see gift shopping options here.
[H2] Enjoy casual or formal dining
[H4] Clare is loved by foodies!

A feast of fine food

The Atlantic Ocean, our rivers, lakes and green pasturelands provide Clare with a rich harvest of fine food ingredients. These ingredients are creatively used, and great food is available in casual and formal dining establishments from hotels and restaurants, to cafés and pubs. You can see all your dining options here, noting you can filter to narrow your choices to what’s of interest.
[H2] Enjoy Traditional Irish Music and Dance
[H4] County Clare is considered the home of Irish music and dance

County Clare

Enjoy Traditional Music in a Clare Pub

County Clare is considered by most to be the home of Traditional Irish Music. When you are visit Clare, you can experience traditional music and dance in our pubs, performance centres, and at our festivals and special events. Here is a link to some places to experience it during your trip.
[H2] Visit Ennis – the County’s Capital
[H4] A medieval town of great character

Ennis, County Clare

Ennis, a perfect base to explore the County

The medieval town of Ennis, the Capital of Clare, is one of Ireland’s most picturesque towns. Its history, combined with its famous narrow streets, bow-ways, and character buildings, tells you this is somewhere special. Visitors particularly enjoy exploring its history, enjoying great music and entertainment, unique and diverse boutiques and shops, cosy cafes and top-class restaurants. Ennis has an excellent range of accommodation options and is also a great base from which to explore all of Clare’s wonderful attractions. You can see Ennis highlights here.
[H2] Expect a very warm welcome
[H4] It’s one of the most remarked upon features about Clare

County Clare

The welcome awaits!

One of the most remarked-upon features by visitors to Clare is the warmth of the welcome they receive. We hear it all the time, but formal visitor surveys confirm it. In our 2022 Visitor Survey, we asked visitors what they loved MOST about Clare. Unprompted, the #1 response was ‘the people’. In Clare, first and foremost, you are spending time among friends.
[H2] Accommodation to suit all
[H4] From luxury castles to quirky glamping

County Clare

Lots of accommodation choices

Accommodation is available to suit all tastes and budgets, ranging from luxury castles and top quality hotels and guesthouses to farmhouses, town and country homes, caravan and camping, glamping, self-catering holiday homes, and hostels. You can see your accommodation options, noting you can filter to narrow your choices to what’s of interest.

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County Clare’s Sustainable Journey
County Clare was announced as Ireland’s first county-wide certified sustainable tourism destination in April 2025. By achieving Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification, we are committed to continuing to develop our county as a destination that supports local communities and businesses, gives visitors great experiences, and manages our social, cultural, economic, and environmental future.
[H2] Sustainable Destination
Clare’s journey towards becoming a sustainable tourism destination was featured by ITN Business on World Tourism Day.
[H2] Co.Clare’s Sustainable Destination Action Plan 2025 – 2030
The Co. Clare Sustainable Destination Action Plan 2025 – 2030 sets out how County Clare is working to deliver and strengthen its status as a globally recognised sustainable destination. It provides an evidence-based, practical framework to guide ongoing action across governance, environment, culture, society and the economy, supporting climate resilience, community wellbeing, and responsible visitor management.
The plan can be viewed online HERE as an interactive flipbook and downloaded (18 MB), printed, or shared directly from within the flipbook.
[H2] County Clare’s Sustainable Tourism Journey
Tourism and community leaders have come together to successfully establish County Clare as the first county-wide certified sustainable tourism destination in Ireland. Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification is helping us to continue to develop Clare as a destination that supports local communities and businesses, gives visitors great experiences and manages our social, cultural, economic, and environmental future.
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[H2] County Clare’s Sustainable Tourism Policy
Embracing the region’s rich heritage and stunning natural beauty, County Clare is deeply committed to leading the advancement towards a sustainable tourism future. Our Sustainable Tourism Policy underscores Clare County Council’s firm commitment to evolving into a globally recognised destination dedicated to sustainability for the betterment of all.
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“The destination certification process is a way for all stakeholders to focus on developing County Clare as a place that supports local communities and businesses, delivers exceptional visitor experiences, and safeguards our social, cultural, economic, and environmental future.”
“Certification enhances transparency, fosters greater collaboration in tourism planning, and reaffirms our commitment to sustainability. Our ongoing partnership with ATU Sligo is crucial to advancing systems to measure and monitor the growth of a truly sustainable tourism offering.”
[H2] Indicator System for Sustainable Destination Management
Evidence-Based Destination Planning
Our Guidance and Indicator Results are provided within a dashboard format below, using Infographics. The series of infographics provides a foundational overview and baseline data as County Clare continues its journey towards enhanced sustainability in tourism. The initial graphics establish the context and define sustainable tourism, while the subsequent infographics present the inaugural findings from visitor and resident surveys. This multifaceted approach marks the first step in setting benchmarks, which will inform and track the progress of Clare’s sustainability objectives in the years to come.
[H2] How Sustainable Tourism Is Defined
This infographic provides an overview of how sustainable tourism in County Clare is defined, supported by international frameworks, and contributes to the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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[H2] Methodologies used for indicator survey data collection
This infographic illustrates the methodologies and demographic insights from the visitor and resident surveys conducted for Clare’s Sustainable Tourism Dashboard, contributing to evidence-based destination planning.
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[H2] Visitor Survey Results (2022/2023)
This infographic provides insights from the 2022-2023 visitor surveys in County Clare, outlining visitor satisfaction, economic sustainability metrics, transportation choices, carbon footprint data, and feedback on sustainable practices.
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[H2] Resident Survey Results (2022/2023)
This infographic summarises the results of the 2022-2023 resident survey on sustainable tourism in Clare, detailing residents’ perceptions of tourism’s impact on the local economy, environment, and community, alongside their overall satisfaction and suggestions for sustainable development
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[H2] Clare’s Sustainable Tourism Dashboard
[H1] Indicator System for Sustainable Destination Management
A Sustainable Tourism Indicator System is a multifaceted framework designed to help destinations plan more effectively for sustainability. It serves as a management and monitoring tool, enabling destinations to track performance and provides policymakers with actionable insights. County Clare’s Sustainable Tourism Indicator System is measuring against more than 40 indicators across the categories of governance, social, economic, cultural, and environmental issues. The indicators have been selected due to their flexibility, usability, applicably and their ability to compare against International and European benchmarks. Sources include:
Local indicators
The European Tourism Indicator System (ETIS)
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council Destination Criteria (GSTC-D)
The Indicators of Sustainable Development for Tourism Destinations (World Tourism Organization, 2004)
The 11 Key Issue Areas, INSTO Network
[H2] Certification Timeline
Sustainable Destination Certification goes beyond a simple checklist or one-dimensional assessment. Clare County Council, as the local authority for County Clare, is proud to have supported Clare’s journey to being named Ireland’s first formally certified Sustainable Destination in April 2025.
To illustrate to communities, DMOs and stakeholders who may be interested in the process going forward, the following infographic demonstrates the full breadth of the timeline, collaborative efforts, budget considerations, long-term commitment, in-depth data collection, and ongoing process of improving on internationally recognised, third-party verified sustainable tourism indicators. A high-resolution version of the infographic may be downloaded here.
[H2] County Clare Destination Risk Assessment
The County Clare Destination Risk Assessment identifies potential environmental, social, cultural, and economic risks that may impact the destination. It supports informed planning, resource prioritisation, and a proactive approach to building a more resilient and sustainable County Clare.
You can read the full 30-page document online as an interactive flipbook, or download it as a 2.8MB PDF directly from within the flipbook.View the Risk Assessment

[H2] How can I support Clare’s sustainability journey?
The Tourism Department of Clare County Council and the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum have established a County Clare Destination Green Team to oversee County Clare’s sustainable journey. The Team comprises a cross-section of local authority employees, tourism agencies and businesses, conservation agencies, community leaders and organisations, the UN Tourism International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) Network, and the sustainable tourism expertise of Atlantic Technical University (ATU) Sligo.To find out more about County Clare Destination Green Team, see here or contact us below.
[H3] Contact
Tourism developmentClare County CouncilÁras Contae an ChláirNew RoadEnnisCo. ClareV95 DXP2
tourism@clarecoco.ie
(065) 6821616
Opening hoursMonday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with offices open through lunch.
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“Our priority now is to collaborate with the broader Clare tourism sector, local communities, State agencies and all departments in Clare County Council to strengthen and build on our Sustainable Destination status.”
“Securing sustainable destination status for County Clare is not merely about attracting tourists or receiving accreditation. For Clare County Council, achieving GSTC Certification is about delivering on the promise set out in the County Clare Tourism Strategy 2030. It’s about ensuring tourism benefits are shared fairly across our communities, creating year-round employment, enhancing the visitor experience, and, importantly, redefining how we approach and manage tourism in the county”.
“Securing this accreditation is a major achievement at a time when the tourism sector is navigating significant challenge It’s vital that our county continues to lead by example, setting a path that others may follow now and into the future.”
“The Geopark and businesses in North Clare have long worked towards sustainable tourism, setting an example for the rest of the county and playing a key role in securing international recognition for Clare’s destination management efforts. the positive impact of this approach is clear in the success of the Burren Ecotourism Network. I’m excited to see this approach spread within Clare—a way of working collaboratively on a tourism experience that is authentic, enjoyable and ultimately beneficial to our local communities.”
“The key to successful destination management is using sustainable tourism indicators to measure and monitor tourism to inform and drive evidence-based planning” – Dr. James Hanrahan, lecturer in Tourism Management, ATU Sligo.
“The County Clare GSTC Destination Green Team is adopting a collaborative approach to learn more about sustainability best practices for businesses and destinations” – Fiona Mckenna, Sustainable Destination Development Officer, Clare Tourism Development DAC

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[H4] Experience wonderful links and parkland golf courses in Clare
County Clare
Test your skills amid the windswept dunes of a championship links course or play a relaxing eighteen holes on a parkland of tree-lined fairways.
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[H4] 10 special attractions to discover
County Clare
Here is selection of the places and top attractions to visit around Clare. We hope you get to enjoy them. To discover even more, browse our website.
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[H4] 10 things children will love about Clare
County Clare
Children visiting Clare love the beaches, forests, castles, show caves, parks, playgrounds, visitor farms, wildlife watching, boat trips and fun activities.
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[H4] 12 adrenaline-rush activities to experience
County Clare
County Clare is a brilliant destination for thrill-seekers and those who wish to step out of their comfort zone. These activities will take your breath away.
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[H4] Reach the scenic heights in Clare
County Clare
From windswept cliffs to forested hilltops, Clare offers soaring views and scenic rewards. Climb a little higher, and see Clare from a whole new angle.
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[H4] Ancient heritage sites – walk in the footsteps of our ancestors
County Clare
Clare has an incredible history, and below is just a small selection of places to explore. You should also check out all our visitor attractions and filter them
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[H4] County Clare’s “High Towers and High Powers”
County Clare
Explore County Clare’s illustrious past, from Castles to Kings where high towers soared toward the heavens and high powers shaped the course of Irish history.
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[H4] Eight places of historical importance in County Clare
County Clare
Clare has an incredible history, and below is just a small selection of places to explore. You should also check out all our visitor attractions and filter them
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[H4] Experience Clare’s Blue-Flag Beaches
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Clare has nine blue-flag beaches. Seven are on Clare’s Wild Atlantic Way coastline, and two are inland beaches on the shores of the River Shannon’s Lough Derg.
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Here is selection of the places and top attractions to visit around Clare. We hope you get to enjoy them. To discover even more, browse our website.
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[H4] Eight places of historical importance in County Clare
County Clare
Clare has an incredible history, and below is just a small selection of places to explore. You should also check out all our visitor attractions and filter them
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[H4] The Cliffs of Moher Experience – they are spectacular
Liscannor, North Clare
One of Ireland’s favourite visitor experiences and tourist attractions. The Cliffs of Moher tower over the rugged West County Clare coast.
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[H4] Aillwee Burren Experience
Ballyvaughan, North Clare
For the adventurer, foodie and explorer in you, discover it all at Aillwee Burren Experience. Show cave, birds of prey centre, food shop, walks and more.
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[H4] Discover Dolphins from Kilrush Marina
Kilrush, West Clare
Two-hour boat tours from Kilrush Marina onto the Shannon Estuary to encounter the resident bottlenose dolphins in this area of natural beauty.
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[H4] County Clare Library Service
15 locations across County Clare
Clare Libraries offer books, free Wi-Fi & welcoming spaces at 15 locations—ideal for visitors to pause, explore, and connect during their stay.
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[H4] Enjoy local produce at Ballyvaughan Farmers Market
Ballyvaughan, North Clare
A vibrant Farmers Market on the Wild Atlantic Way in the village of Ballyvaughan. A perfect day excursion from Ennis, Limerick or Galway.
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[H4] The Óir House
Ballyvaughan, North Clare
Join Óir Tonics at the Óir House to taste Moss Boss Tonic our gut loving, immune boosting tonic powered by Irish Sea Moss.
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[H4] Hazel Mountain Chocolate – factory, shop and cafe
Bellharbour, North Clare
Since opening its doors, Hazel Mountain Chocolate has been making waves on the Irish and international chocolate scene.
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