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25 Best and Fun Things To Do In Doolin, Ireland


TouristWire Editors

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)

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24. Taste the Atlantic – The Salmon Experience

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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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)

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22. O’Brien’s Monument

4.3 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Location: Ballaghaline Doolin Co Clare

Tel:  86-837-4289

Web Address:   http://doolinpitchandputt.com/

12. Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (318 reviews)

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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)

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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/

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9. Burren Tours

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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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)

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Location: Doolin Co Clare

Web Address:   http://doolin-tourism.com/

6. Doolin Cliff Walks

4.9 ★★★★★ (81 reviews)

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Location: Doonnagore Doolin Co Clare

Tel:  65-707-4170

Web Address:   http://doolincliffwalk.com/

5. Doonagore Castle

4.4 ★★★★☆ (238 reviews)

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Location: Ballycullaun Co Clare

Web Address:   http://visitdoolin.ie/

4. Doolin Cave

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,427 reviews)

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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)

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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)

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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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