This colorful village on the edge of the historic Burren is home to some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery.
Situated within easy reach of the imposing Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands, Doolin offers an experience like no other!
It’s also known as the home of traditional Irish music, with performances from local bands being held every evening at various locations all over town.
Popular activities here include taking a clifftop walk to admire the wildflowers while breathing in the salty Atlantic Sea air, exploring the area on a subterranean level at Doolin Cave, conquering the rugged landscape on foot or by bike, or boarding an Atlantic cruise to gain a different perspective of the coastline.
Whatever your interests, one thing is for certain, Doolin is sure to leave an impression that will have you coming back for more.
Keep reading for a full list of attractions and activities to help you make the most out of your trip
The 25 Most Popular Things To Do In Doolin, Ireland
25. Doolin Point
5.0
(1 review)Credit: Frabjousone, License, Wikimedia commons
24. Taste the Atlantic – The Salmon Experience
5.0
(2 reviews)Credit: Taste the Atlantic – The Salmon Experience, Google Maps
Location: Kincora Road Rathbaun Lisdoonvarna Co Clare
Tel: 65-707-4432
Web Address: https://burrenexperiences.ie/experiences/taste-the-atlantic/
23. Aladdin
4.8
(5 reviews)Credit: Cleary Anthony, Google Maps
22. O’Brien’s Monument
4.3
(6 reviews)Credit: Frabjousone, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Ballysteen Street Brigid’s Well Co Clare
Tel: 87-295-9096
Web Address: http://buildingsofireland.ie/niah/search.jsp
21. Doreen Drennan Art Studio & Garden
5.0
(6 reviews)Credit: Doreen Drennan Art Studio & Garden, Google Maps
Location: Coast Road Ardeamush Fanore Co Clare
Tel: 87-930-3755
Web Address: https://doreen-drennan-art-studio-garden.business.site/
20. Ballinalacken Castle
4.0
(7 reviews)Credit: Chris Light, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Craggycorradan East Co Clare
19. Killilagh Medieval Church
4.7
(7 reviews)Location: Killilagh Doolin Co Clare
18. Doolin Music House
4.8
(11 reviews)Credit: q phia, License, Flickr
Location: R478 Aughiska More Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 86-824-1085
Web Address: https://doolinmusichouse.com/
17. The Spa Wells Lisdoonvarna Heritage Centre
4.5
(21 reviews)Credit: Mary Curtin, Google Maps
Location: Rathbaun Lisdoonvarna Co Clare
Tel: 65-707-5644
Web Address: https://lisdoonvarna-spa-wells.org/
16. Smithstown Castle (Ballynagowan Castle) – private holiday rental
4.4
(26 reviews)Credit: Eric & Sandra Smith, Google Maps
Location: Smithstown Castle Cloongarve Kilshanny Co Clare
Tel: 176-84305672
Web Address: http://smithstowncastle.com/
15. Doolin
4.6
(41 reviews)Location: Doolin Co Clare
Web Address: https://doolin.ie/
14. Mountain View Horse Riding Centre, Poulnagun, Co. Clare
4.9
(102 reviews)Location: Mountain view horse riding centre Lisdoonvarna Co Clare
Tel: 87-634-5776
Web Address: http://mountainviewtrekking.com/
13. Doolin Pitch and Putt
4.6
(130 reviews)Credit: Daniel Stockman, License, Flickr
Location: Ballaghaline Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 86-837-4289
Web Address: http://doolinpitchandputt.com/
12. Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail
4.8
(318 reviews)Credit: Joshua M. Halford, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail Fisher Street Ballyvara Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 65-708-6141
Web Address: https://cliffsofmoher.ie/
11. Moher Hill Open Farm and Leisure Park
4.6
(554 reviews)Credit: Paul Ruddell, Google Maps
Location: R478 Ballysteen Co Clare
Tel: 87-225-8347
Web Address: http://moherfarm.com/
10. Cliffs of Moher Experience
4.7
(5,781 reviews)Location: Cliffs of Moher Lislorkan North Liscannor Co Clare
Tel: 65-708-6141
Web Address: https://cliffsofmoher.ie/
Our Top picks
9. Burren Tours
5.0
(2 reviews)Credit: David McKelvey, License, Flickr
Location: Teergonean Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 86-402-9997
8. Doolin Pier Main Car Park
4.5
(10 reviews)Location: Ballaghaline Doolin Co Clare
Web Address: https://clare.ie/do/doolin-pier/
7. Doolin Tourism
4.5
(42 reviews)Credit: Chris Light, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Doolin Co Clare
Web Address: http://doolin-tourism.com/
6. Doolin Cliff Walks
4.9
(81 reviews)Credit: Chris Light, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Doonnagore Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 65-707-4170
Web Address: http://doolincliffwalk.com/
5. Doonagore Castle
4.4
(238 reviews)Credit: Robert Linsdell, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Ballycullaun Co Clare
Web Address: http://visitdoolin.ie/
4. Doolin Cave
4.7
(1,427 reviews)Credit: Ingo Mehling, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Craggycorradan East Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 65-707-5761
Web Address: http://doolincave.ie/
3. O’Brien’s Tower
4.5
(2,026 reviews)Location: Burren Way Lislorkan North Co Clare
Tel: 83-830-2523
2. Gus O’Connor’s Pub
4.5
(3,349 reviews)Credit: Joseph Mischyshyn, License, Wikimedia commons
Location: Fisher Street Ballyvara Doolin Co Clare
Tel: 65-707-4168
Web Address: http://gusoconnorsdoolin.com/
1. Cliffs of Moher
4.8
(3,614 reviews)Credit: License, Wikimedia commons
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Doolin, Ireland! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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