County Clare: Coast, Walking Trails and History

County Clare can be explored through a range of travel interests: the coastal landscape of the Cliffs of Moher, walking trails in Burren National Park, activities at Fanore Beach and the history of Inis Cealtra. These themes can provide a framework for planning your search for a hotel in County Clare. Consider whether you would like to spend most of your time on the coast, on walking trails, at the beach or focusing on history; the places below represent different aspects of a trip.

Cliffs of Moher: Coast and Visitor Facilities

At O’Brien’s Tower, the Cliffs of Moher reach a height of more than 700 feet; they stretch for almost 14 kilometres along the Clare coast. Height and length describe two different aspects of the landscape: the vertical view of the cliffs and their extent along the coast. The visitor site has 800 metres of paved paths and viewpoints, including access to O’Brien’s Tower. This means the coast offers both viewpoints and paths for visitors.

The Cliffs of Moher Experience includes a fully accessible visitor centre with a self-guided exhibition and a virtual reality experience at a cliff face. Alongside the outdoor views, visitors can also explore an independent exhibition and a virtual perspective on a cliff face. If these facilities are important to your plans, check the latest information before visiting, as details may change.

Walking Trails and Beach Activities

Visitors can explore walking trails in Burren National Park. This offers a different focus from the coastal landscape of the Cliffs of Moher: here, you can spend your time on trails in the national park. If you enjoy walking, this distinction can help you choose the focus you want for your trip. Trail conditions may change; check their current status before setting out.

Fanore Beach, near Fanore in North Clare, is used by surfers, swimmers and walkers. Whether water activities or a walk is your priority makes the beach a different part of a trip from a walk in the Burren. Lifeguard arrangements are seasonal. If these are important to your plans, check in advance which arrangements apply during your trip.

Inis Cealtra and Travel Planning

Inis Cealtra, also known as Holy Island, lies in Lough Derg on the Shannon. Its history as a monastic settlement dates back to the 7th century. The island therefore offers a historical focus that differs from coastal and walking activities. When weighing up your interests for a stay, you can compare the history of an island in a lake with activities on the coast and walking trails.

County Clare can be reached by road, as well as by bus and rail; Ennis is connected to the national rail network. When planning your journey, you can distinguish the county’s transport links from Ennis’s specific rail connection. Check current timetables and connections for your travel date before coordinating your arrival and onward travel plans.

Discover more destinations: Doolin, Ennis, Kilkee, Lahinch, Liscannor, Bunratty, Kilrush, Fanore, Lisdoonvarna, Ballyvaghan, Killaloe, Miltown Malbay, Cappanavarnoge, Shannon, Spanish Point, Clarecastle, Newmarket On Fergus, Bishopsquarter, Mountshannon, Bodyke, Ennistimon, An Dún Beag, Coillte, Kilfenora, Baunkyle, Cross, Bellharbour, Dromoland, Murroogh, Purt, Tulla, Quin, Whitegate, Scarriff, Corofin, Clonlara, Kilbaha, Carrigaholt, Carron, Broadford, Killinaboy, Canower, Cratloe, Labasheeda, Kilshanny, Kilmurry, O'Briensbridge, Killimer, Boston.

For the regional travel overview: Munster.