Top Things to do in County Clare
What to do and see in County Clare, Province of Munster: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
Discover the best top things to do in County Clare, Ireland including Burren Birds of Prey Centre, Doughmore Bay, Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Centre, Beauty Of The Burren Walks, Coillte Kilrush, Dromore Wood Nature Reserve, Mountshannon Eagles, Flaggy Shore, Guerin's Path.
Restaurants in County Clare
1. Burren Birds of Prey Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 688 reviews
DYNAMIC FLYING DISPLAYS where the visitor can interact and get up close and personal to the birds as they fly overhead and through the audience. A HOME to Eagles, Falcons, Hawks, and Owls from all over the world.EDUCATION into the amazing world of Raptors, their biology, conservation and the ancient art of Falconry.HAWK WALKS which are a once in a life time opportunity to interact with some of nature's top predators. Guided and instructed by experienced Falconers, this hour long 'Walk with a Hawk' through hazel woodland and across Burren limestone pavement is tailor made for anybody seeking a totally unique experience.
Reviewed By 346katier
The centre is staffed by knowledgable and friendly people. The birds are well-kept and in great condition. Toilets (importantly!) also clean. There's a shop with a good collection and also a farm shop with local produce. The bird show is informative and the staff clearly engaged very much in conservation: staff are also very much on hand and welcome questions. In the show we saw, volunteers were allowed to have a hawk fly to their fist which was done as part of the show very well indeed. We loved it, and I am certain fellow visitors did too. It was lovely to see handlers so clearly interested in conservation and bird welfare. Very well done.
2. Doughmore Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Burkhard042 - Siegen, Germany
Doughmore Bay is a place hard to find elsewhere in Ireland. Kilometers of sand, each day different and loved by pet holders and their dogs, surfers, beach walkers and sometimes even golfers. A plate gives evidence of a tragedy which happened 1941, when a British Sunderland flying boat had to make a forced landing on the sea You will meet sea gulls, gannets and, if you are lucky, two Border Collies who go for a stroll every morning. When you want to walk the whole bay look for low tide.
3. Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Visit us for guided tours of our dolphin research and education centre, and learn about the valuable work we do on the Shannon Estuary bottlenose dolphin population! Find out about the different whale and dolphin species living in Irish waters and study some real skeletons of common and rare species. Listen to dolphin sounds and watch a movie about our research. Explore our cabinet filled with interesting specimens of all kinds. Kids can explore our goggle boxes and rubbing boards or try to solve the giant jigsaw!
4. Beauty Of The Burren Walks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Beauty of The Burren Walks offer guided walking tours of the Burren.We pick you up from your accommodation (in the Doolin area)in our bus and drop you back after the walk. The walks are an excellent opportunity to discover the unique landscape that is the Burren. With our expert guide, walkers explore the fascinating history, geology and botany of the area. A walk with us is a walk to remember.
Reviewed By twoodyt - Dublin, Ireland
Incredible walks through the unique Burren, travelling over limestone roads and green paths. You will never forget the views.
5. Coillte Kilrush
6. Dromore Wood Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By AByrne123 - Galway, Ireland
Beautiful forest walk - great length and the trails were clearly marked. Our dog loved it and so did we!
7. Mountshannon Eagles
8. Flaggy Shore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Minniemary
This is a lovely easy walk along Seamus Heaney’s flaggy shore overlooking Galway Bay with the Burren on the other side. We walked from the car park at the beach to the Martello tower - about 1 and half hours return. There’s a fab little ice cream parlour just over half way - definitely worth a stop. We did this in August but are planning to revisit in the winter to see it in a different light. Definitely worth the visit.
9. Guerin's Path
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By danielmE4219PO - Waterford, Ireland
Great way to see the cliffs. Staff are very friendly and helpful (assisted me with my car after it broke down). I would highly recommend this as an alternative to the official visitor centre up the road which is busy and more expensive.
