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The Burren
The Burren is rich with historical and archeological sites, including 90 megalithic tombs, portal dolmens and many rings forts
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:46
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Knockstoolery Standing Stone,Doolin (10 mins walk)
Visible from the Aille River Hostel, the Knooclstoolery standing stone has a commanding presence from the hill overlooking the centre of Doolin. It is likely prehistoric.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:44
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Doolin House Ruin,Doolin (5 mins walk)
Built by Thomas McNamara in 1783, this house had a central role in Doolin's history. France McNamara, a prominent landlord, entertained many literary figures here and encouraged natural bathing in the area. The house was burnt to the ground by the Black and Tans in 1920 in retaliation for an IRA ambush.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:44
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Coastal Ring Fort Ruins,Doolin-Ballyryan(30 mins walk)
There are at least 14 coastal ring fort ruins along the coast of Doolin. They are good examples of early Bronze Age and Iron Age burial grounds, dating from 2000 BC to about 200 BC.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:43
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Doonmacfelim Castle,Doolin (15 mins walk)
Doonmacfelim Castle,Doolin (15 mins walk)
Built aroud the 15th century.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:42
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Ballinalaken Castle Doolin(60 mins walk 15 mins by car)
Ballinalaken Castle Doolin(60 mins walk 15 mins by car)
This 15th century castle is a ruin of the O'Brien Clan.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:41
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Doonagore Castle, Doolin(15 mins walk 3 mins by car)
Doonagore Castle, Doolin(15 mins walk 3 mins by car)
This castle is a round 16th-century tower house with a small walled enclosure located about 1Km above the coastal village of Doolin . Its name may mean "the fort of the rounded hills" or the "fort of the goats"; it sits on a hill overlooking Doolin Point and is used as a navigational point by boats approaching Doolin Pier. Doonagore Castle is at present a private holiday home, inaccessible to the public.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:40
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O'Briens Tower, Doolin(15 mins by car)
O'Briens Tower, Doolin(15 mins by car)
O'Brien's Tower was built in 1835 by Cornelius O'Brien a descendant of Brian Boru, Kings of Thomond, as an observation point for the hundreds of tourists who even then, visited the Cliffs. The tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs of Moher.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:38
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Killilagh Church,Doolin (15 mins walk)
Built in 1470, the church served Doolin and area until 1840. It then served as a burial ground, with graves dating from 1860 to 1985.
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Phosphate Mine Ruin and church, Doolin(30 mins walk)
Of all the worked minerals in the Burren, the mining of the phosphate deposits at Doolin and at Noughaval (3.2 km north-east of Kilfenora) was the largest enterprise.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:37
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Teergonean Celtic Wedge Tomb, Doolin (30 mins)
Teergonean Celtic Wedge Tomb, Doolin (30 mins)
Teergonean (land without birds) is a little-visited tomb at the end of a dirt road past Killilagh chuch.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:35
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The Cliffs of Moher Hike (15 mins to the the beginning of cliffs 2 hours to the top)
These 214 metre cliffs are an imposing sight and not to be missed. The new visitor's centre at the top of the cliffs offers information about the flora and fauna the cliffs shelter.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:35
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Cliffs of Moher / Hags Head (9 miles)
A 10 minute drive will bring you to the new visitor's centre where breathtaking views from the highest points of the cliffs can be seen.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:34
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Aillwee Caves, Ballyvaughn (15 miles)
Aillwee Caves, Ballyvaughn (15 miles)
This cave was formed by the glacial melt waters of an early ice age. The erosive power of the waters carved out an subterrainian river deep underneath Aillwee mountain. This river has subsided since the last ice age, leaving behind one of Ireland's most stunning caves.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:33
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Poulnabrone Burren centre
Poulnabrone Burren centre
Poulnabrone portal tomb or dolmen is one of the best known ancient tombs in Ireland.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:32
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Kilfenora Cathedral and Burren Castle kilfenora
Is dedicated to St. Fachtna, who founded his monastery here during the sixth century. The original church was probably wooden and was later replaced by a stone building.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:31
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Caherconnel Burren Centre
The Caherconnel Stone Fort is a large and perfect fort, 140 feet to 143 feet in external diameter, nearly circular in plan, and girt by a wall with two faces and large filling; it is 12 feet thick, and from 6 feet to 14 feet high, being most perfect towards the west
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:30
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Mullaghmor burren national park
Mullaghmor burren national park
Is a beautiful spiral type stoney hill (627 ft) located in the heart of the burren and surrounded by shallow blue/green loughs.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:28
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Fanore Beach Fanore (10 miles)
A lovely red sand beach with a backdrop of delicate sanddunes acting as protection against the wild Atlantic winds.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:27
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Lahinch Beach / Aquatic Centre
Seaworld and Leisure Centre invites you to explore the world beneath the waves and discover the awesome wealth of the Atlantic Ocean in a thrilling and dramatic way.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:27
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Coole Park Near Gort
The National Parks & Wildlife Service welcomes you to Coole Park which, together with the adjoining Garryland, is a Nature Reserve of approximately 405 hectares (1000 acres). The seven woods celebrated by W.B. Yeats are part of the 6 kilometres of nature trails taking in woods, river, turlough, bare limestone and Coole lake.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:26
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Liscannor Rock Shop ,Liscannor
An innovative show room filled with the earth's natural treasures, most are on sale, and there is something for everyone.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:26
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Moher-Hill Pet Farm, Liscannor
Moher Hill Open Farm and Leisure Park provides attractions for young and old, native and tourist.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:25
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St. Bridget's Well, Liscannor
St. Bridget's Well, Liscannor
The tradition about this saint is, that she led the Virgin Mary to the place of purification on the 2nd of February, and that the 1st of February was dedicated to herself on that account.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:22
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Burren Perfumery Carron
Burren Perfumery Carron
Located in the heart of the Burren, the Burren Perfumery and Flora Centre is Ireland's oldest perfumery shop and worth a stop for their audio visual and photographic exhibitions.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:21
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Leamaneh Castle 3 miles from Kilfenora
Leamaneh Castle 3 miles from Kilfenora
This castle has a formiddable presence at the crossroads between Kilfenora, Corofin and Carran and is an excellent example of two-part construction, having one portion built in the 15th century, with an additionin the 17th century.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:20
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Black Head / Caher Dun Inghus, Fanore
Black Head / Caher Dun Inghus, Fanore
From the bare and windswept Black Head, where the coast road from Burren reaches its most northerly point, there are extensive views over Galway Bay. From here the road runs southeast along Ballyvaughan Bay.
Monday, 23 June 2014 12:16
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Bunratty near Shannon
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Bunratty near Shannon
The most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland, Bunratty was originally built in 1277.
Monday, 23 June 2014 11:29
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Burren Coast, Doolin(15 mins walk)
Burren Coast, Doolin(15 mins walk)
Continuing down the lane behind the Aille River hostel brings you to the rugged limestone landscape that is the beginning of the Burren. Wildflowers abound here, and wild goats can often be spotted. There are also numerous archaelological sites dotted along the coast.
Monday, 23 June 2014 00:00
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Aille River Bridge (10 seconds)
Aille River Bridge (10 seconds)
From the front door of the Aille River Hostel your view takes in this 15th century bridge unique for being one of only a few flat bed bridges in Ireland.
Monday, 23 June 2014 00:00
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Doolin Cave, Doolin.(45 mins walking or 10 mins by car )
Doolin Cave, Doolin.(45 mins walking or 10 mins by car )
Doolin Cave- Discovered in 1952, the Great Stalactite at Doolin Cave, is becoming one of the most important eco-tourist attractions in Ireland.
Monday, 23 June 2014 00:00
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  • Highly recommended. Great location and lovely staff!
    Written by Conor Hogan
    Written on Thursday, 01 July 2021 14:51
  • Family friendly
    Written by Helen Lynskey
    Great location... family friendly.. fantastic staff & very clean & welcoming
    Written on Monday, 19 July 2021 14:48
  • Brilliant hostel
    Written by Ruth O'Dowd, Ireland
    Brilliant hostel Brilliant place to stay - love doolin music , scenery, vibe
    Written on Wednesday, 11 August 2021 14:20
  • Lovely peaceful clean fresh & nice staff
    Written by Natasha Kellie Cardwell
    Written on Wednesday, 25 August 2021 14:08
  • Would return and highly recommend
    Written by Emily Farrell, Ireland
    We stayed here for 2 nights. The staff were lovely and very helpful and it was very clean. Would return and highly recommend
    Written on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 14:05
  • Nice hostel in perfect place
    Written by Darko Ciglar, Croatia
    Written on Saturday, 31 July 2021 13:46
  • Great value and awesome location!
    Written by Connal Murphy, France
    Great budget accommodation - clean, comfortable, great value for the price and awesome location! Also, the staff are super friendly & welcoming.
    Written on Friday, 06 August 2021 13:41
  • Posto economico ma ottimo
    Written by paki “pakisong” valenzisi, Italy
    Ci sono stato con la mia famiglia. Posto economico ma ottimo per visitare la zona. Colazione da prenotare sul posto a soli 2 euro. La camera aveva 5 letti comodi e un bagno privato (stanza n°5). Pulizia ok e il…
    Written on Wednesday, 25 August 2021 13:33
  • Best price
    Written by Sonia Beccaro
    Best price, close to the centre, clean, superconvenient breakfast
    Written on Saturday, 21 August 2021 13:26
  • Will be back!
    Written by Eily, Oranmore, Ireland
    Clean, comfortable and breakfast was simple but lovely. Will be back!
    Written on Sunday, 06 June 2021 10:11
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