Just under an hour’s drive from The Rine, the Cliffs of Moher rise above the Atlantic in sweeping, unforgettable fashion. Walk the cliff-top paths, take in views across the Aran Islands, and experience one of Clare’s most powerful natural landmarks, where the landscape leaves a lasting impression long after you’ve gone.
Clare Attractions
Nearby Attractions
Wander a little, discover a lot
These are a few of our favourite corners of Clare, hand-picked for a little adventure, a lot of charm, and moments you won't forget. From music-filled streets to cliff-top views, each spot is a gem waiting to be discovered.
Cliffs of Moher
An Atlantic icon, shaped by time.
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
A place to linger, explore, and connect.
Ireland’s past in a way that feels vivid and welcoming. The medieval castle stands at the centre, while the surrounding folk park unfolds with restored cottages, farmsteads, and village streets that reflect everyday life through the centuries. Take your time exploring as traditional crafts, seasonal events, and costumed characters bring the setting to life.
The Burren
A landscape unlike any other.
The Burren, from the Gaelic word Boireann meaning 'rocky place' is an area of limestone rock covering imposing majestic mountains, and tranquil valleys with gently meandering streams.
Doolin Village
Ireland’s music-filled heart
Set along the rugged coastline of County Clare, Doolin is a welcoming seaside village celebrated for its rich tradition of Irish music, colourful streets, and warm local character. Known by many as the traditional music capital of Ireland, it offers an atmosphere that feels both lively and deeply rooted in culture.
Loop Head Lighthouse
Stand at Ireland's edge
Loop Head is a slender finger of land pointing out to sea from the most westerly point of County Clare on Ireland’s Atlantic coast. With the ocean on one side and the Shannon Estuary on the other, this tiny peninsula would be an island but for a meagre mile of land connecting it to the rest of Clare.
Lahinch
Clare’s Surf & Sand.
Lahinch is a small, welcoming and truly lively holiday resort with an atmosphere and energy that’s all its own. It nestles at the head of Liscannor Bay, beside a 2 km long beach of golden sands. The shape of the resort creates Atlantic breakers that attract surfing and canoeing enthusiasts from all over the world and Lahinch has earned a reputation as a top ‘surf centre’.
Burren Perfumery
Scent, Craft, and Clare’s Natural Beauty
Tucked into the heart of The Burren, the Burren Perfumery is a unique destination where nature, creativity, and traditional craft come together in harmony. This much-loved local gem offers a sensory experience shaped by the surrounding landscape, drawing inspiration from the wild beauty of County Clare.
Aillwee Cave
Clare’s hidden underground.
Located in the heart of the Burren In County Clare - just a 50 minute drive from The Rine. Perched high on its Burren terraced mountain side with what has to be one of the most spectacular views of Galway Bay. It is a must for all who find themselves in the area. The Burren is a place full of wonder, beauty and discovery.
Quin Abbey
Quiet history in the heart of Clare
The Quin Friary is a striking 15th-century ruin of a Franciscan monastery located in the heart of County Clare. Its evocative stone arches, silent cloisters and weathered walls offer a window into centuries of religious life, community and devotion. Walking through the site visitors can imagine the rhythms of prayer, study, and daily life that once defined this spiritual place.