Top Things to do in Ireland
Top 10 Caverns & Caves in Ireland, Ireland
Woven with wild greenery and Gaelic legends, the Emerald Isle is one of Europe’s most prized jewels. Rugged Atlantic beaches and mystery-shrouded sites rub shoulders with the cosmopolitan cities of Belfast and Dublin, where literary history and warm Irish hospitality are always in abundance.
Restaurants in Ireland
1. Leprechaun and Fairy Underground Cavern
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 193 reviews
The tour includes 15 minutes of storytelling and an introduction to how the last leprechauns of Ireland became a protected species by the E.U..This is done in the story room across from the cavern at Shalom B.B.You may park there. This is followed by a visit below the ground where leprechauns and fairies converge in the morning as the sun rises. The visit is predominately indoors and definately great for a rainy day. It is not really suitable for children under 5 or who have not lost a tooth.If children are crying or disruptive, parents may be asked to leave with them till quiet, to allow other attendees to enjoy the whole experience. Adults should enjoy it at any age!
Reviewed By EleanorUiChathain - Dungarvan, Ireland
While the leprechaun cavern is closed due to COVID-19, it is still a lovely family stroll. There are nice monuments in the garden which provide lovely little photo opps with the kids. I’d say it’s a lovely spot when it’s fully functioning. I’ll definitely be heading back the next time I’m in Carlingford.
2. The Red Man's Cave
3. Dunmore Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 353 reviews
This subterranean system consists of a series of chambers formed over millions of years.
Reviewed By gathos1 - Oulunsalo, Finland
Worth it. Had been to kilkenny before but never thought of visiting. Quite interesting history and the guide had much knowledge.
4. Doolin Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,163 reviews
Discover Doolin Cave, an extraordinary underground caving experience in the Burren, County Clare. Take a fully guided tour of one of Europe’s most compelling cave attractions, and go over 200 feet under the limestone of the Burren landscape. Travel back in time over 350 million years and see how the Burren was formed. You’ll journey through a system of passages before emerging in a large chamber which is home to one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, the Great Stalactite - which was once beautifully described as “the palest gleam in the darkest deep”. It is the longest free-hanging stalactite in the northern hemisphere! At 7.3 metres long and weighing an estimated 10 tonnes, it naturally suspends from the cave ceiling like a chandelier. It is hard to believe that this enormous calcite formation was formed from a single drop of water over hundreds of thousands of years. Take the opportunity to experience the third-largest stalactite in the world, on a Doolin Cave Tour!
Reviewed By mariemG5117LM
Doolin caves are a real treat. Perfect for a rainy day. The guide was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the caves, it made the experience really interesting and fun. The stalactite is a must see. Unbelievable to see it up close. The history of it is extraordinary and to be able to travel safely into caves that are over 250,000 years old is amazing. Well done doolin caves for bringing this to the public.
5. Mitchelstown Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
One of europes major showcaves, discovered in 1833 by michael condon who was quarrying limestone when his crowbar slipped into a crevasse. He removed a few boulders to retrieve the bar, next minute he found himself looking down into a vast network of passages and caverns. In order to protect the caves natural state guided tours were quickly organised. Tours were conducted through the cave by candlelight untill 1972 when it was the first cave in Ireland to be electrified. Today on the guided tour you visit three massive caverns in which you are surrounded by indescribable dripstone formations and one of europes finest columns the inspiring Tower of Babel which stands some 9m in height. Mitchelstown Cave is situated midway between Cahir and Mitchelstown. Take exits 11 or 12 on the M8. Sat Nav. DMS 52,18'20.7" 8, 06' 31.4"W Minimum 2 adults for a tour.
Reviewed By 505jacinthac - Dundalk, Ireland
Myself and my husband have just visited this attraction. We pre booked which is recommended in these times. We were very impressed with the swift registration and admission. There was antibacterial gel provided (covid-19) provided at admission desk. After a short walk up a small incline we were met by Kate our guide at the entrance to the cave. Small steep steps took us down into 3 seperate caverns where Kate explained how it was created. We really enjoy the visit and Kate answered questions clearly and in a way that was easily understood by all ages. Well worth a visit!
6. Maghera Beach and Caves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By P6831XEcarolinem
This is a fantastic beach with white soft sand and wonderful dunes and caves .but as a local the water is lethal as there are very strong currents and sinking sand so please don't go out in water and watch tides that you don't get trapped in caves.people have drowned here recently so please lead .Thank yoo
7. Caves of Keash
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By BabogBambi
Hidden gem of Sligo! Views from the top are phenomenal, especially on a sunny day. By chance we got there just in time for the sunset. Gorgeous! Wear shoes with good grip as you walk across grassland, then a turn style, and steep and slippy climb up a gravel path to the top. Have fun exploring in and around the caves, mucky and little slippy in parts but doable. Thoroughly enjoyed and really glad we ventured ????????
8. Pigeon Hole Cave
9. Aillwee Cave
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,308 reviews
A striking collection of prehistoric underground caves.
Reviewed By Donnell_10 - Dublin, Ireland
This was our second time visiting Ailwee Caves. It’s an amazing tour of this cave with very informative tour guides. The tours and run quite regularly so it’s a must see if you are visiting Clare. There is also a farm type shop in the grounds which have the most amazing cheeses and fudge. Don’t leave without trying what’s on offer.
10. Crag Cave
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 284 reviews
Crag Cave Showcave. Ireland's Most Exiting ShowcaveCrazy Cave Indoor and Outdoor Playcentre.Kingdom Falconry Birds of Prey Flying Displays.Extensive gift centre.The Garden Cafe provides top quality home cooked foods from our award winning chef's.Simply: A Great Day Out !
Reviewed By 353amirg
We had an outstanding experience in Crag Cave, we are traveling with two children's, One years old and a four and a half. At the start we ate at the restaurant in the visitors center, we took the apple tart that was lovely (both our kids loved it). Than we went in to the cave with our tour guide Don, my four and a half took the lead together with Don who gave him a flash light so he could explore, he was fascinated by the stalactites. Don was lovely and he let the kids first to explore the cave with the torch and after we arrived for each section he use to open the lights so we could to be impressed and for sure we did. My kid absolutely loved the experience! After the cave we took our kids to the play zone in the visitors center which is great, big and diverse (both kids enjoyed it!).
