Where to stay in The Burren

Guides to The Burren

Food and drink in The Burren

Wild Atlantic Way

Corofin

Explore the idyllic village of Corofin

Kilfenora

Tour the charming village of Kilfenora in County Clare

Ennistymon

Visit the pretty town of Ennistymon

Lisdoonvarna

Discover the lively town of Lisdoonvarna

Corkscrew Hill Touring Route

Irish Fibre Crafters

Family friendly

Free car parking

Thoor Ballylee

Rainy days

Hidden gem

Coole Park Visitor Centre & Gardens

Free to visit

Cloudy days

Kilmacduagh Cathedral Churches And Round Tower

Lough Bunny

The Burren Discovery Trail

Explore Ennis and the Burren car-free

Explore the Burren Discovery Trail

10 things to do on your trip to County Clare

 Make the most of your holiday in Clare

7 great loop walks in Clare

In the spotlight

Make your way to the rugged landscape of The Burren for a day of adventure. Hike through Burren National Park, make some furry friends at Caherconnell Sheepdog Trials, or feed your sweet tooth at Hazel Mountain Chocolate.

Discover The Burren

Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark

Aillwee Burren Experience: Cave Tours, Birds of Prey & Farm Shop

The great outdoors

Ennis

Fanore

Doolin

<p>Visit the <a href="/clare/michael-cusack-centre">homestead of Michael Cusack</a>, founder of the Gaelic Athletic Association at Carron in the centre of The Burren. Take a tour to hear how his story unfolds.&nbsp;</p>

Tips from locals

Find the perfect base for exploring the beauty of  The Burren in Co. Clare.

Land of the Fertile Rock

Routes and trails in The Burren

Clare

Ballyvaughan

Gort

Kilnaboy

Kilshanny

Kinvara

Carran

Stretched across northern Clare are the limestone pavements and curious rock formations of The Burren, one of Ireland’s most beguiling landscapes, with a unique ecosystem of native flowers and plants.

Add its collection of villages famous for their traditional music and a community committed to sustainability, and it’s no wonder The Burren was announced as the winner of the Irish Times’ Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022 competition. 

Come and see The Burren’s amazing treasures for yourself.

Visit The Burren, a region of outstanding natural beauty in County Clare. Discover its famous caves, hidden crevices, vibrant flowers and ancient historical sites.

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