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Doolin Cave

Roadford, Doolin, Ireland
065 707 5761
Ranked #2 of 6 attractions in Doolin
4.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves
Owner description: A Stunning Underworld ExperienceDoolin Cave is one of Europe’s most compelling cave attractions. It is a truly authentic experience:- ‘The Great...... more » Owner description: A Stunning Underworld ExperienceDoolin Cave is one of Europe’s most compelling cave attractions. It is a truly authentic experience:- ‘The Great Stalactite’. It is your only opportunity to see the largest free hanging stalactite anywhere in the world and is one of the most important eco-tourist attractions in Ireland.A new visitor centre opened in July 2010 at the Doolin Cave. Visitors can now drive directly and park onsite.Our latest additions to the site are four donkeys: Daisy, Delilah, Mammy Dora and baby DinkieWe also have a varied collection of chickens: Polish, Bantams, Favorelles, one Derbyshire Redcap, one Wellsomer and a Pecan. They are very entertaining « less
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ARDMHACHAABU51
Galway, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

The greatest experience of a lifetime. You will want to return again and again and again. More

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CathyB29
Perth, Australia
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7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

We were lucky enough to find the caves on our way to our B&B in Doolin after a day exploring the Burren. The tour takes just under an hour and is well worth it just to see the largest stalactite (10 tonnes) in a public cave. There are several flights of stairs (approx 125) to get down/up so only for... More

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Belgard
Limerick ireland
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14 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

This place is well worth a visit. It's an interesting cave tour with a small but well stocked information center and tea-rooms (with toilets of course). The cave tour begins with a descent of about 150 steps so its really only able-bodied persons who can access the cave. Near the end of the cave they turn out the lights for... More

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Rejser2012
Manila, Philippines
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

I have been in a few caves and this one was nothing speciel. Also our Guide sounded like she was reading everything from a book... More

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TerryJH59
Mission Viejo, California
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12 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

The Doolin cave is truly a don't miss site and the tour guide is extremely knowledgeable and friendly More

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Sosmall07
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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9 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

My eight year old son really wanted to go to see this cave, and we were not disappointed. We turned up not long before the end of the day, in the middle of August, worried that we wouldn't get on the limited numbers tour. It turned out we were the only two on our tour, so we had exclusive access... More

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agtaistilgominic
Shannon Ireland
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10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

well worth the many ,many steps down to see the biggest stalactite in Europe More

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gerard o
Dublin, Ireland
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011

We stumbled on this amazing cave while staying nearby.We have been to alot of caves abroad but this one has something special . A spectacular stalactite which words cannot describe. go visit yourself. More

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wwjd1947
texas
Senior Contributor
30 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

You must visit the Doolin Cave. We were so impressed with our tour. Make sure you check the tour times as they run once every hour. This was one of the highlights of our 14 days in Ireland. More

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DoolinCave, Manager at Doolin Cave, responded to this review
25 November 2011

Thanks for the review. We're happy you enjoyed the tour and glad to hear it was a highlight in your visit to Ireland. More

DublinKevin
Dublin
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2011

The cave is only recently open for public view, and relatively unknown. I never knew that Ireland had one of the world's largest Stalactites. The tour guide was very knowledgeable, with very interesting stories about the local Burren region. When we were lead into the main cavern, the lights were turned out. Then "wowW, what an amazing site. This is... More

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DoolinCave, General Manager at Doolin Cave, responded to this review
3 November 2011

Yes we are still relatively new and exclusive in Ireland but we are getting more known as time goes on. It truly is an amazing site. Thank you for reviewing us. If you wish to come back and visit Doolin Cave, you can find us on facebook for details of opening times. More

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