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Visitor Attractions Around Clare Surround Areas

Banquets And Cabaret

Bunratty Castle Banquets, Folk park   

Share a banquet with the Earl of Thomond, toasting an era of great Irish taste with excellent food, fine wines and honeyed Mead. You will be entertained by the world renowned Bunratty singers, with enchanted melodies to the music of harp and violin.

Knappogue Castle Banquets, Quinn

A sparkling good-humoured evening. A fest of fine food and merriment, featuring a colorful show that takes you on a lively musical swing around Irish Women, both mythical and real Queens, saints and sinners from our Celtic past.

Traditional Irish Entertainment

Tradition Irish Nights, Bunratty Folk Park

Enjoy the merriment of a real Irish Ceili with the traditional dances and songs which have been handed down through the generations.  Savour the authentic flavour of a home cooked meal of Irish Stew, Apple Pie and Soda Bread.

Teach Ceili, Corofin

Traditional country kitchen style Irish entertainment.

 

Visitor Attractions

Aillwee Caves, Ballyvaughan

Two  million year old cave - the refuge of prehistoric Irish bears. The cave features an underground river and waterfall.  Guided tours, restaurant and craft shop in centre. Open daily, mid-March to early November.  Summer 10:00- 19:00 H, Spring/Autumn 10:00-18:00H.                           Tel: 353-65-7077036

Aran Islands

One of the last outposts of Gaelic civilisation where Irish is still spoken, these islands are stunningly beautiful and feature cliffs, incredible rugged landscapes, ancient forts and other relics of our prehistory.                                                                                                                                        Doolin ferries, The Pier Doolin, Tel:353-65-7074455. Fax: 353-65-7074417

Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Built in1425 Bunratty Castle features medieval tapestries, treasures and works of art.  In its grounds the Folk Park features a recreated, 19th century village street with pub, hotel, post office, school, doctor's house, hardware and drapers shop. Open daily, year round, 09:30-17:30H Last admission 16:30. Tel 353-61-360788

Clare Heritage & Genealogical Center corofin

It's main Theme 'Ireland West 1800-1860' portrays a traumatic period of our Irish history under such headings as famine, Emigration, Land Tenure and others. Genealogical research facility is  also available.  Tel: 353-65-7837955

Cliffs Of Moher

One of Ireland's top attractions, the Cliffs of Moher stand against the might of the Atlantic Ocean. O'Brien's Tower is located on the highest cliff and is  an exceptional viewing point. Also located at the Cliffs of Moher is a visitor centre and a seasonal tourist office. Tel: 353-61-360788

Craggaunowen Project Quin

This Project features a reconstruction of a Bronze Age lake dwelling, a ring fort and an Iron Age roadway. The Brendan, a hide boat used to re-enact the voyage of St. Brendan is also located here. Open daily, 10:00 -18:00H mid-March to October. Tel:353-61-360788

Knappogue Castle, Quin:

Built in 1497, this 15th Century style castle retains its unique medival character and atmosphere. Scene of nightly medival banquets. Open daily 10:00 - 17:30H April - October. Last admission 16:30H. Tel: 353-61-360788

Quin Abbey, Quin:

Founded by the MacNamaras in the middle of the 14th Century using some of the curtain wall of the Anglo Norman Castle built around 1280 by Richard de Clare. The Cloisters were erected in 1402. The Franciscan Friars came later in the century. The View from the top of the tower is quite spectacular

Dolphin Watch Carrigaholt:

Your best opportunity to observe bottlenose dolphins in their natural environment Tel:353-65-9058156

Dysert O'dea Castle & Archaeology Centre Corofin:

Renowned for its historical and archaeological remains. Its castle, built in 1480, is home to an arch-aeology centre. Archaeology trail nearby. Open daily 10;00 - 18:00H, May - September 30th . Tel: 353-65-6837401

The Riches of Clare - its people, places, treasures

"The Riches of Clare" tells the story of Clare from over 6,000 years ago to the present. Beautifully displayed artefacts, enthralling audio-visual experiences, dramatic images and original works of art combine to provide an exciting glimpse into the rich heritage of Clare. The Clare Museum opens year round. Tel:353-65-6828366

 

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