Coast
Fanore Beach
A broad Atlantic beach and one of nine geosites in the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.
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Family days
Room for curiosity, fresh air and a little adventure.
Ideas for sharing the coast and the Burren with younger travellers, with plans that can flex around the weather.
Plan from Fanore
Simple days often work best.
A walk on the sand, a look beneath the Burren limestone or a ferry trip from Doolin can turn into a memorable family day without an overfilled schedule.
Check age requirements, opening times and weather with activity providers, and supervise children closely around the sea, cliffs and uneven terrain.
The local perspective
Make the beach your starting point.
Fanore Beach offers open space and a dramatic Atlantic setting. Choose activities for the conditions on the day and follow all beach and water-safety advice.
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Pick a starting point.
Open a guide for a closer look, then confirm current access, opening information or activity details before travelling.
Landscape
Doolin Cave
Explore beneath the Burren limestone and discover Doolin Cave’s remarkable Great Stalactite.
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Caves & nature
Aillwee Cave
Discover Aillwee Cave on a guided underground tour, with a Birds of Prey Centre to explore above ground.
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Heritage
Caherconnell Stone Fort
Explore a historic stone fort and enjoy sheepdog demonstrations in the heart of the Burren.
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Day trip
Doolin Ferry to Aran
Cross Galway Bay from nearby Doolin for a memorable day on the Aran Islands.
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Landscape
The Burren
Limestone pavement, rare wildflowers and walking routes unlike anywhere else in Ireland.
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Day trip
Cliffs of Moher
One of Ireland’s defining coastal landscapes and an easy addition to a North Clare stay.
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Make Fanore your base.
Explore by day, then return to the quiet of a self-catering stay beside Galway Bay.