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Mountain View Horse Riding Centre, Lisdoonvarna
Ollie #1 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Owner description: Enjoy fantastic views of the magestic Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Burren and Galway Bay on horseback. Caters for everyone from beginner to advanced...... more » Owner description: Enjoy fantastic views of the magestic Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Burren and Galway Bay on horseback. Caters for everyone from beginner to advanced rider and boasts some of the best scenery in Ireland. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Ben's Surf Clinic, Lahinch
Ollie #2 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: Ben has been coaching surfing since 1993 and set up Bens Surf Clinic in Lahinch Co. Clare to become the top Lahinch surf school. We provide top...... more » Owner description: Ben has been coaching surfing since 1993 and set up Bens Surf Clinic in Lahinch Co. Clare to become the top Lahinch surf school. We provide top quality surf lessons with a difference. We work in small groups (max 6) with a level 2/3 surf coach to give lots of personnal attention and hopefuly help you progress quickly. We coach all levels from beginner to advanced including video analysis. We were Irelands first hard board surf school and are delighted to coach you on your own board, or bring you throuhg the complete basics.All our lessons are for two hours in the water, as we believe time in the water is waht people really wnat and is also the best place to learn. We have a wide range of lessons and course for kids right through to the old adventurer so come along and try a new surf experience. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
Lahinch Surf School, Lahinch
Ollie #3 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: Lahinch Surf School is about Friendly, Safe, Fun in the surf.Established by John McCarthy, three times Irish Senior Surf Champion, John established...... more » Owner description: Lahinch Surf School is about Friendly, Safe, Fun in the surf.Established by John McCarthy, three times Irish Senior Surf Champion, John established Co.Clare's first Surf School to share his love and 'stoke' for surfing. Lahinch Surf School has stayed true to that dream ever since. When we're not surfing big waves at the Cliffs of Moher (the wave John named "Aileens"), you'll will find us at our 'Surf Centre and Cafe' on main street, Lahinch or at our Beach hut on the promenade.The positive ions are infectious dude!Courses: Outside of doing a single two hour lesson any day of the year, our most popular courses are the 'Weekend Surf Course' for adults, which is 3 fun lessons over the weekend and our Kids(9-12), Teens(13-18) and Grom(5-8) Camps in school holidays.You are welcome to come join the fun at Lahinch Surf School. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
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Burren Birds of Prey Centre, Ballyvaughan
Ollie #4 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  23.2 km from city centre
Atlantic Airventure, Shannon
Ollie #5 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: Atlantic AirVenture is an Aviation Education and Flight Simulation Centre located 3 miles from Shannon Airport.The Centre runs a range of activities...... more » Owner description: Atlantic AirVenture is an Aviation Education and Flight Simulation Centre located 3 miles from Shannon Airport.The Centre runs a range of activities and events for budding aviators,ACE Camp runs for June and July and is an ideal introduction to aviation for ages 8-12.The Flight Simulation Centre offers a range of Flight Simulators available on a pre booked basis. Of special interest to those with a passion for the 'heavies' is our B737NG Fixed Base Simulator, this is of the type used to train real pilots. So if you would like to see Ireland with a birds eye view, while in Command of a Jet Airliner, Atlantic AirVenture is not to be missed! « less
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Cliffs of Moher
Ollie #6 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 317 reviews

Soaring over 700 feet above a wild 5-mile stretch of County Clare between Liscannor and north of Doolin where the Irish coastline meets the Atlantic, the Cliffs of Moher are one... more »

Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Lookouts; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  23.9 km from city centre
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Poulnabrone Dolmen
Ollie #7 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  25.8 km from city centre
Doolin Garden and Nursery, Doolin
Ollie #8 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Contemporary garden of designer Matt O’ Connell with hidden sections or mini gardens, some of which are traditional. The garden surrounds an award...... more » Owner description: Contemporary garden of designer Matt O’ Connell with hidden sections or mini gardens, some of which are traditional. The garden surrounds an award winning house which was built in 1995 when the garden started. The variety of over 250 plants for sale in the nursery are propagated from plants in the garden so mature versions can be seen. All plants have been propagated outdoors and are totally hardy. Free admission. Donations to Doolin Rescue Service welcome. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
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The Burren
Ollie #9 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: Bare limestone plateau characterized by carboniferous limestone abounding in corals, mollusks and other fossils that lived in the shallow seas over...... more » Owner description: Bare limestone plateau characterized by carboniferous limestone abounding in corals, mollusks and other fossils that lived in the shallow seas over 300 million years ago. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  17.9 km from city centre
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Bunratty
Ollie #10 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 234 reviews
Bunratty Folk Park, recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Victorian Ireland.
Attraction type  Castles; Historic Sites; Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  25.8 km from city centre
Lahinch Surf Experience, Lahinch
Ollie #11 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Learn to surf in the lovely seaside town of Lahinch. Surf camps and surf rentals are available. great value surf hire and surf classes. the ultimate...... more » Owner description: Learn to surf in the lovely seaside town of Lahinch. Surf camps and surf rentals are available. great value surf hire and surf classes. the ultimate surfing experience! « less
Attraction type  Water Sports; Sports Camps/ Clinics
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Doolin Cave, Doolin
Ollie #12 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
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
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves
Distance  28.6 km from city centre
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Ennis Friary, Ennis
Ollie #13 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
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Dromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus
Ollie #14 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: Transformed into a luxury hotel in 1962, this castle is a magnificent Renaissance structure built in the 16th century and once served as the royal...... more » Owner description: Transformed into a luxury hotel in 1962, this castle is a magnificent Renaissance structure built in the 16th century and once served as the royal seat of the O?Brien clan. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses; Castles
Distance  17.1 km from city centre
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Doonbeg Golf Club, Doonbeg
Ollie #15 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  40.3 km from city centre
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Loop Head
Ollie #16 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Scenic Drives
Distance  246.6 km from city centre
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Lahinch Golf Club, Lahinch
Ollie #17 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews

Would put this course right at the top of any trip to the West coast of Ireland. An absolute must play! Great work by Hawtree to re-establish McKenzie's original design.  This... more »

Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  24.0 km from city centre
The Farmyard, Corofin
Ollie #18 of 77 attractions in County Clare
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Farms
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Quin Abbey, Quin
Ollie #19 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  13.0 km from city centre
Burren Perfumery, The Burren
Ollie #20 of 77 attractions in County Clare
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
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