The Burren is an isolated, dry limestone area on the West Coast of Ireland, You will feel like you landed on the moon when you leave behind the lush green landscapes and come in contact with this flat barren area.

I have found that many parts of the West Coast of Ireland are unique and different to each other - travel a few hours north or south and the terrain changes. The Burren in one of the most unique places I have visited, due to...More

Well worth a visit, but how long you stay is related to your interest in geology and unique ecosystems.

The Burren is definitely an iconic area of Ireland that you need to visit, if nothing else for it's unique rocky landscape. As for how long you spend, you can honestly see the highlights in a few hours, or you can spend a day if...More

The landscape is so very interesting. You will feel like you are standing on another planet. Yes, it's "just" rocks, but the fact that there are so many rocks...interesting! The cracks and crevasses are cool too.

The park is free and there are lots of walking and hiking trails. We parked along the road and picked up the nature trail walk. It was an easy but beautiful walk, appropriate for small kids. Great views of some truly bizarre scenery.

Looking at a map and seeing the name "Burren," I couldn't figure out what it meant or what there was to see and do. On our drive from the Cliffs of Moher to Galway, I saw this moonscape looming in the distance and as we...More