Fanore · The Burren · County Clare
Getting around
Practical starting points for reaching Fanore and planning onward journeys around North Clare.
Plan from Fanore
Fanore is a rural coastal base. Driving gives the greatest flexibility for beaches, walks and attractions spread across North Clare.
Lisdoonvarna is approximately seven miles from the property and is a popular September outing for its matchmaking festival, music and dancing. Plan your route and return journey in advance.
Road, ferry and public-transport information can change. Check live directions, operator timetables and weather before each journey.
The local perspective
Save the accommodation address and Eircode, allow time on narrower roads and use the live map for current directions. Your host can help with the final local details.
See our locationIdeas for your stay
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Music & September festival
Approximately seven miles from Sunset Vacations Fanore, Lisdoonvarna is known for its September matchmaking festival, music and dancing. Check your route and the current programme before travelling.
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Food & music
Traditional music, welcoming pubs and a lively village atmosphere along the coast.
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Day trip
Cross Galway Bay from nearby Doolin for a memorable day on the Aran Islands.
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Day trip
One of Ireland’s defining coastal landscapes and an easy addition to a North Clare stay.
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Landscape
Limestone pavement, rare wildflowers and walking routes unlike anywhere else in Ireland.
Read the guideCome back to the coast
Explore by day, then return to the quiet of a self-catering stay beside Galway Bay.
