Location: Ennis
Top Things to do in Ennis
The 7 Best Things to Do in Ennis, Ireland
Ennis (/ˈɛ.nɪs/; Irish: Inis, meaning "island") is the county town of Clare, Ireland. The Irish name is short for Inis Cluana Rámhfhada ("island of the long rowing meadow"). The town is on the River Fergus, north of where it enters the Shannon Estuary, 19 km (12 mi) from Shannon Airport. In 2016, Ennis had a population of 25,276, making it the largest town in Clare and the 12th largest in Ireland.
Restaurants in Ennis
1. Quin Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By bobjanh - Brisbane, Australia
Quinn Abbey are the lovely remains (substantially intact) of a 13th century Franciscan Friary built on an Anglo-Roman castle.
It is not a manned site, entry is free. However, there is little information provided other than a singular signboard. I am sure there is a lot of history around this site but you are left wondering. I would rate it higher if a bit more information was made available.
The village itself where Quinn Abbey is located is picturesque and there is the opportunity for food/refreshments directly across the road.
Worth a short stop or small detour to explore this site.
2. Dromore Wood Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By Tony2Phones - Western Ireland, Ireland
Dromore is a little difficult to find unless you know the location. However having found the forest you have a varied selection of walks to suit most capabilities. We often use the woods to walk the dogs. You might be a little disappointed by the castle ruin if hoping for something more substantial.
3. The Clare Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
4. Ennis Friary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By Star74 - Chicago, Illinois
Beautiful ruins that have been protected with glass to keep out the moisture. Was with a tour and receiving a lovely tour in regards to the Friary, it's history. Happened to be on a sunny afternoon so with the sun streaming through the arches and windows, just beautiful. Very interesting place!
5. Go Gaelic
Overall Ratings
5 based on 55 reviews
Want to get a real taste of Irish culture? Well, here's an opportunity to discover Ireland's unique sporting pursuits for yourself. Go Gaelic offers individuals/groups the opportunity to experience Gaelic Games, Ireland's national sports of Hurling and Gaelic football on a fun level, with both active, and passive packages available to discover true Irish culture and ancient heritage. The active package includes an audio/visual presentation on the culture, heritage and rules/objectives of hurling and gaelic football before going out on to the playing field to sample the games for yourself in a fun capacity. Go Gaelic also gives participants the option to go to a live game and get a sample of one of the world's most spectacular sporting occasions. Bespoke packages can be arranged to suit your needs while the Go Gaelic mobile unit can travel to you so don't pass up this unique opportunity to interact with Irish people immersed in their passion and go native for a day.
Reviewed By Kasha A
We had the amazing opportunity, as part of the incoming international full-time/study abroad/erasmus cohort, to partake in the Irish Warrior games of Hurling and Gaelic Football. Under the supervision of Eoin and Eoin, and their support team of coaches, we performed drills that acquainted us to each of the sport. There was a whole lot of fun and sportsmanship thrown into to mix making the experience even better. Highly recommend it to anyone who'd like to visit them!
6. Glor Irish Music Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
glór is a community based arts centre with a café, gallery, studio space and 485 seater auditorium. Open year round, Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, plus evening events.
Reviewed By MarOReilly - Ennis, Ireland
Glor is a purpose built accessible venue in the centre of Ennis with its entrance near the Temple Gate hotel and Dunnes stores. It has ample parking that is pay and display during the day. There is an open bright ambiance with the large vaulted foyer housing a bar and restaurant. The bathrooms are spacious and clean. The main event auditorium seats 485 that makes it large but yet feels intimate guaranteeing a good experience. The exhibition space is along the balcony upstairs. It is very easy to buy tickets online. A real asset to the town.
7. Daniel O'Connell Monument
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By dtlibra - Ennis, Ireland
The Monument is very tall and like the Cathedral spire, towers over all the buildings in the town, both acting as landmarks. It's situated in O'Connell Square, effectively the centre of the town.
It represents the part Ennis played in the history of how O'Connell won the right for Catholics to vote in the 19th century. As well as being a brilliant politician, Daniel was a likeable rogue!
