Cliffs of Moher
Cliffs of Moher
4.5
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Geologic Formations
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08:00 - 21:00
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08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 21:00
Thursday
08:00 - 21:00
Friday
08:00 - 21:00
Saturday
08:00 - 21:00
Sunday
08:00 - 21:00
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Spectacular cliffs stretching 700 feet over the rugged Atlantic coast is part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark and is a Special Protected Area for Birds and Wildlife, home to 35 species of birds. The Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience operates under an ethos of sustainability, environmental protection and conservation. Safe accessible viewing areas and pathways along the cliff edge appeal to all levels of ability. A short walk to O'Brien's Tower provides an excellent lookout on Ireland's beautiful western shoreline. The Visitor Centre hidden underneath the hillside houses an exhibition, two cafes, gift shop, toilets, first aid centre, information points and baggage store. Admission includes access to all areas, map and secure parking. The Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience is a signature point on the Wild Atlantic Way.
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Breakfastarian
London, UK51 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
We paid well over the odds for this "experience" - being funnelled up a narrow path - barely wide enough for two people to pass at some points.
The visitor centre is crowded with horrible loud music and the shops are full of overpriced tat.
We felt utterly ripped off.
Save your money:
Go south from Kilkee, drive the Wild Atlantic Way. Better, more dramatic, stunning scenery. Frequent, well-placed, completely free car parks. If you make it to the bottom of the Loop Head peninsula, there are bottleneck dolphins and guillemots.
The visitor centre is crowded with horrible loud music and the shops are full of overpriced tat.
We felt utterly ripped off.
Save your money:
Go south from Kilkee, drive the Wild Atlantic Way. Better, more dramatic, stunning scenery. Frequent, well-placed, completely free car parks. If you make it to the bottom of the Loop Head peninsula, there are bottleneck dolphins and guillemots.
Written 29 May 2023
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jerrys01
Bel Air, MD549 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Talk about your impressive views. Our tour group spent about two hours at the Cliffs walking through the various paths and admiring the scenery.
As we were walking around, I thought I had seen some of the views before. When I got home, I checked IMDB.com, and found that the 'Cliffs of Insanity' scene in The Princess Bride had been filmed here.
I consider our tour here one of the highlights of our visit to Ireland.
As we were walking around, I thought I had seen some of the views before. When I got home, I checked IMDB.com, and found that the 'Cliffs of Insanity' scene in The Princess Bride had been filmed here.
I consider our tour here one of the highlights of our visit to Ireland.
Written 25 May 2023
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Anastasia N
Winnipeg, Canada44 contributions
May 2023
This is a once in a lifetime experience! Loads of people come to see natures glory! I was in AWE when I saw this place! My family did both sides of the cliffs and we even had a hearty lunch in the tucked away restaurant in the hills! Souvenir shops/ museum were fabulous and the whole place is just a wonder! 😊👍🏻❤️
Written 25 May 2023
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Elsa C. L.
New York City, NY2,267 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We were blessed with clear view of the cliffs and perfect temperature. On our hike back, the sun shone🌅. It was a wonderful experience with captivating natural wonders!
Lush surroundings with a variety of wildflowers, robust sheep, cattle, horses, blue skies, blue green waters with white caps crashing the cliffs and whales.
I couldn’t stop taking pictures and even took the same vantage point twice without then with the sun shining.
My hubby and I loved our experience.
It was good that they provided golf cart rides for those with limited mobility.
Lush surroundings with a variety of wildflowers, robust sheep, cattle, horses, blue skies, blue green waters with white caps crashing the cliffs and whales.
I couldn’t stop taking pictures and even took the same vantage point twice without then with the sun shining.
My hubby and I loved our experience.
It was good that they provided golf cart rides for those with limited mobility.
Written 24 May 2023
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Susan W
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May 2023 • Friends
This tour was so well done! Our guide, Gary, was a wealth of information, and kept us informed/entertained for the entire trip from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher, and back to Galway. He even made suggestions of places to go for dinner and Irish music once we were back in Galway. I would highly recommend booking a tour with this company, and asking for Gary as your driver/tour guide.
Written 23 May 2023
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ketchuprequired
Calgary, Canada312 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
The cliffs were the busiest place we went to on our early April trip to Ireland. There were a lot of people even in the shoulder season although it was Easter break. You must pay for the carpark per person. They had golf cart type shuttles for people who are not able to walk up the hill which is nice so everyone can see the site. We walked to the right, past the tower (long line for this) and then down some stairs for a good view. Note that if you go in the morning/ midday, the cliffs are in shadow which is not the best for photography. We found the views were excellent from the far end of the cliffs near Liscannor (at Hag's Head Tower). Here, you pay 3 euros for parking and walk to the cliffs and there are very few people.
Written 22 May 2023
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eiibhlisn
County Cork, Ireland17 contributions
Apr 2023
So disappointed with my recent trip here with my husband and son(student,) We were charged €36 euro on going to the car park, I explained we just wanted to park and take a walk along the cliffs, however this was not possible and we had to pay the €36. The reason I didn’t want the rest of the package was that I had no Interest and had seen it before.I reluctantly paid and after receiving our tickets we were never asked to show/prove that we had paid the admission. In hindsight I should have left my two passengers off at the entrance to the carpark and I would have saved €24. So to save a small fortune just park in the other carpark up the road and walk to the cliffs from this side. €12 per person is a total rip off, particularly being from Ireland! Just wondering how it works if you are on foot? Do you still charge €12 per person because the "all inclusive " ticket cannot be split???
Written 22 May 2023
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RandwickHouseDunboyne
Dunboyne, Ireland27 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Love visiting the Cliffs and use any excuse to go, yesterday it was with American friends. I suggest visiting the Moher Cottage too, lovely coffee and ice cream, worth visiting!
Written 22 May 2023
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Kathrine
Pennsylvania553 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
A must-see sight when visiting Western Ireland. So breathtaking and beautiful. Yes, there are some crowds because everyone wants to experience this sight. Stay as long as you like. You will need to pay to get into the parking lot, multiple entry kiosk lanes. We purchased tickets ahead of time and saved money. We did not climb the tower, didn't really see the need to wait in line for a similar view. Staff is around to assist visitors who need assistance getting to the cliffs.
We had a nice day to walk along the cliffs and enjoy them. There are steep inclines and stairs/steep hills if you continue along the Wild Atlantic Way. Of course, there are those visitors who do not pay attention to the signs about staying on the safe side of the stone wall and cross over or getting too close to the edge. Just incredible what folks will do for that selfie.
We had a nice day to walk along the cliffs and enjoy them. There are steep inclines and stairs/steep hills if you continue along the Wild Atlantic Way. Of course, there are those visitors who do not pay attention to the signs about staying on the safe side of the stone wall and cross over or getting too close to the edge. Just incredible what folks will do for that selfie.
Written 20 May 2023
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Alex F
The Villages, FL1,399 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Not at fault of the location, just bad fog. Could not see the cliffs. Trails and observations post are adécuate. Stores restaurant and museum are good.
Written 20 May 2023
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Is it required to book in advance?
John M
Lurgan, UK1,948 contributions
We didn't book the cliffs and just drove past the visitors centre and found a better place to park the car and walked the cliffs ourselves
Joanne S
1 contribution
We are an active couple, what is the best tour for us at cliffs of Mohar? We like to hike off the Beaton path, do we need a guide or is it safe to do on our own? If we need a guide does anyone have any recommendations for late August? Which Aran islands would u suggest not looking for tourist shops
Joanne S
1 contribution
We are an active couple, what is the best tour for us at cliffs of Mohar? We like to hike off the Beaton path, do we need a guide or is it safe to do on our own? If we need a guide does anyone have any recommendations for late August? Which Aran islands would u suggest not looking for tourist shops
Roger C
Leon, Spain27 contributions
Hola! Pensamos visitar el Cliffs of Moher en ruta desde Galway a Killarney. ¿En el visitors center hay algun sitio con lockers para guardar mochilas? Gracias!
Georgio2483
Blackburn, UK31 contributions
Hi I don’t think there is anywhere to store backpacks however I don’t think you will need them. The walk along the cliffs is relatively small so take the packs with you.
I don’t think the cliffs are so spectacular however so consider whether you need to visit at all!
Regards
Ken
Chiara Z
12 contributions
Ciao, noi saremo lì il 31/12. È lo stesso consigliato come luogo da visitare nonostante il mese di dicembre?
Grazie
Cliffs of Moher Experience
Liscannor, Ireland
Absolutely the Cliffs of Moher is beautiful all year round. You can get accurate weather conditions by checking the Cliffs of Moher app, Download for free. Book online for best rates on website.
Chef1201
Cork, Ireland9 contributions
On average how long would someone spend here on a visit
Cliffs of Moher Bookings
Liscannor, Ireland2 contributions
Hi Chef1201,
We recommend 1.5 - 2 hours for a visit, that way you have plenty of time to see the Cliffs from both sides, visit O'Brien's Tower, Visitor Centre and exhibition. It is recommended to prebook your tickets on our website for best rates.
I hope you enjoy your visit!
Best wishes,
Samantha
Carol N
Athens, AL1 contribution
Is there any places to eat at Cliffs of Moher?
Looking at day trip tours from Dublin. There doesn’t appear to be food provided by the tour group.
Cliffs of Moher Bookings
Liscannor, Ireland2 contributions
Hi Carol,
Yes, there is a restaurant on the 1st floor and a small cafe on the ground floor of the Visitor Centre.
Most Day tours will provide you with a lunch stop, this may take place at the Cliffs Visitor Centre or they may stop at village close by like Doolin or Liscannor. You will need to check with the individual day tour to check where they take their lunch stop.
I hope you enjoy your time in Ireland!
Natasha V. M
Jersey City, NJ1 contribution
Hello,
I only have one full day in Ireland and would love to see the cliffs. I would like to go tomorrow, but there are no tickets available. Can I just show up and see the sites?
TheTrvlGuy
New York City, NY1,215 contributions
You don't need to have a ticket to visit, you will not receive a discount but the gate rate is only eight euros a person or adult, if you are driving go to the parking gate and you might pay there or you will be directed to the visitor center to buy your admission/ticket again at the gate rate. It's a self guided tour or I believe there is an app for guided tours?
I did not book online I showed up early in the morning parked paid the fee and enjoyed two plus hours walking around.
Hope this helps you a little?
Trvl
melenia1983
Heraklion, Greece70 contributions
Is it best to stay in a hotel at the Cliffs or in Galway?
Cliffs of Moher Bookings
Liscannor, Ireland2 contributions
Hi Melenia,
There are some lovely places to stay near the Cliffs. Liscannor has the cliffs of moher hotel and some very nice B&B's. Doolin to the north of the Cliffs has Hotel Doolin and some fantastic B&Bs. By staying close by you could visit in the evening or early in the morning. It is a really wonderful experience to visit when the site is quiet. There are some lovely pubs for traditional Irish music in Doolin and some great places to eat, so I would recommend stopping by.
Marcela B
Mar del Plata, Argentina2 contributions
Hola
Pienso visitar los Acantilados en Mayo. No tengo en claro si hay que pagar alguna entrada para acceder y en tal caso si conviene comprarla con antelación. También como me.coy a manejar en bus o tren , si me.conviene alojarme en Galway y viajar por el día a los acantilados o si me.conviene más alojarme ese día en algún lugar más cercano
Veo que en esa época estará permitido el ingreso hasta cerca de las 21.00 ha y como dicen que es mejor visitarlo de tarde... pienso que la vuelta al hotel será se noche..Gracias por la información que puedan brindarme.
Cliffs of Moher Bookings
Liscannor, Ireland2 contributions
Hola marcela
Es mejor quedarse localmente, idealmente en Doolin, Lahinch o Liscannor.
Puede tomar un autobús público a los acantilados desde esas áreas. Visite Bus Eireann para conocer su horario o incluso tome un taxi hacia o desde los acantilados.
Si usa el autobús público, puede pagar cuando llegue o precomprar su boleto en nuestro sitio web.
Galway está a unas 2 horas en coche de los acantilados, es una ciudad encantadora, pero el tiempo de viaje realmente no le permitiría llegar temprano o tarde, a menos que alquile un automóvil.
Espero que esto ayude, si tiene otras preguntas, no dude en contactarnos.
Samantha
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CLIFFS OF MOHER (Liscannor) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Hotels near Cliffs of Moher:
- (0.21 km) Moher Lodge
- (1.73 km) Atlantic View Bed and Breakfast
- (2.86 km) Emohruo Bed and Breakfast
- (3.05 km) The Cliffs of Moher Retreat
- (5.40 km) Daly's House
- Restaurants near Cliffs of Moher:
- (0.02 km) Cliffs View Cafe
- (6.46 km) Oar Restaurant
- (5.22 km) The Ivy Cottage
- (6.39 km) McDermott's Pub
- (6.30 km) McGann's Pub & Restaurant
- Attractions near Cliffs of Moher:
- (0.06 km) Moher Hill Open Farm
- (0.26 km) Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark
- (0.32 km) Barratt Tours
- (0.34 km) O'Brien's Tower
- (0.93 km) Guerin's Path