As the traditional music capital of Ireland, the
seaside village of Doolin has a multitude of beautiful sights to
be discovered. Here is everything you need to know about Doolin.
Situated
on the west coast of Ireland in the Burren region of County Clare,
Doolin is a vibrant and bustling coastal village with lots to see and
do.
As it is the home of traditional Irish music, you can be sure that there is mighty craic to be had at the regular sessions.
Doolin has become a must-see tourist spot in recent years thanks to the spread of traditional Irish music across the globe.
Music, combined with the rugged landscape, breathtaking views, and the warm Doolin welcome, continues to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
Doolin is also the perfect place to base yourself if you are in West Clare as there are countless things to see and do that are just a short distance away. The people of Doolin welcome visitors to the area with open arms, no matter the time of year. As the summer season is undoubtedly the busiest for the area, the village of Doolin is full of excitement and events. The walk to Glenoe Waterfall during the off-peak season, you can still expect the same Doolin charm and welcome that one would receive during the summer months.
Enjoy mesmerizing views of the Atlantic Ocean by embarking on a beautiful cliff walk. You will be treated to magnificent views of the infamous Cliffs of Moher that tower over the wild sea swells below. These are an absolute wonder to behold, and they will leave you awe-struck at their sheer beauty and size. Discover the world beneath the earth’s surface with a caving adventure in the Doolin Caves. Explore the underground passageways, which are believed to have formed around 350 million years ago.
Home to the largest free-hanging stalactite in the Northern Hemisphere, this is an experience not to be missed when exploring Doolin.
Become part of a fairytale at Donnagore Castle. This picturesque castle is like something out of a Disney film due to its incredible location and fantastic architecture. Although you cannot go inside, the sight of this castle will take your breath away.
As Doolin is in the heart of the beautiful Burren area, it is believed that humans have inhabited the area for thousands of years. There is evidence of some of the earliest forms of human habitation in the shape of court tombs. The Teergonean court tomb is one such example, and it is a stunning example of a Neolithic burial chamber. The land in Doolin and the surrounding Burren area is extraordinarily barren and unique because of the limestone pavement. This limestone pavement is host to various beautiful and colourful wildflowers that you can’t find anywhere else in Ireland.