Natural Wonders
The Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top visitor attractions and are located just 10 minutes from Doolin by car. The cliffs are the highest in Europe at 214m high and stretch for 8kim over the Atlantic Ocean. The Cliffs of Moher are also home to a major colony of cliff-nesting seabirds. A visit to this magnificent natural wonder is a truly breathtaking and memorable experience.
The Burren
The Burren is a unique karst limestone landscape of immense geological and archaeological significance. It covers an area of approximately 250 square kilometres. It is home to many rare species of flora and fauna, and is rich with historical and archaeological sites, cave networks and fascinating limestone formations. This link is to Burrenbeo, an official information and education provider for the Burren Region.
The Great Stalactite
The longest stalactite in the Northern Hemisphere can be seen at Doolin Cave, just outside Doolin village. The Great Stalactite in Doolin is a geological phenomenon and is the largest free-hanging stalactite open to visitors. Follow this link to find out more about the stalactite, its history and the visitor experience.
The Aran Islands
The mystical Aran Islands are a group of three islands 8km to the west of the Irish mainland. The islands are rich in Irish heritage and culture as their geographical location allowed many ancient traditions and ways of life to survive - Irish (or Gaelic) is a spoken language on all three islands. There are several iron-age forts on the islands and they are also home to the famous Aran sweater. The islands can be seen from Doolin on a clear day, and ferries to all three islands leave from Doolin.
