Family things to do near Carran, Co. Clare

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Samhain Púca Storytelling Festival 2026

Fri 23 Oct · Sun 25 Oct 2026 · Check official times Carran · Clare 6 min drive Free
AgesBest for ages 8 and upAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesEnjoy Irish folklore, storytelling, traditional music and workshops at this annual Halloween festival in Clare.

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Burren Outdoor Education Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Turlough · Clare 12 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe Burren Outdoor Education Centre, based at Bell Harbour, County Clare, offers a wide range of adventure and outdoor activities which include caving, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling, body boarding, raft.

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Bishop’s Quarter Beach

Ballyvaughan · Clare 21 min drive Check price
AgesSuitable for families; no specific age range is statedSettingMostly outdoorBookingJust turn up

Why it matchesThe beach is located a few miles past Ballyvaughan village on the R447 road from Ballyvaughan to Fanore and is accessed by a narrow byroad.

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Burren Free Range Pork Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Kilfenora · Clare 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesVisit a traditional small holding to see rare breed pigs, cattle, hens, ducks, and donkeys.

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Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations

Open dates vary · Check official times Carran · Clare 13 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesVisit magnificent Caherconnell Fort, a ringfort that's over 1,000 years old in County Clare.

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Lahinch Beach

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesJust a short drive from the imposing Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Lahinch Beach's flooding tide makes it ideal for fun water activities like surfing, sea kayaking and kite surfing.

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The Farmyard

Open dates vary · Check official times Corofin · Clare 24 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesInteractive working farm offering hands-on activities like milking cows, butter churning, farm walks, and seasonal events.

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Lisdoonvarna Spa Wells Heritage Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Lisdoonvarna · Clare 25 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow1-2 hoursSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingNo booking needed

Why it matchesExplore local history, sample sulphur mineral waters, relax by the river and enjoy the children's play area and tea room.

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Cliffs Of Moher

Open dates vary · Check official times Kinvara · Galway 26 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesExplore Ireland's famous Cliffs of Moher on the west Clare coast, featuring panoramic coastal views and a visitor experience.

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The Green Room Surf School and Shop

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 29 min drive Check price
AgesBest for ages 8 and upAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesSurfing and paddleboarding lessons, equipment hire, and kids surf camps right by Lahinch beach.

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Michael Cusack Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Clare 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe Michael Cusack Centre, situated in the heart of the Burren in County Clare, is a treasure chest of living history.

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Heart of Burren Walks

Open dates vary · Check official times Carran · Clare 2 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesIn the high season you can book one of the scheduled walks or organise your own custom experience by appointment.

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The Burren Perfumery

Open dates vary · Check official times Carran · Clare 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe Burren Perfumery is inspired by the rich flora and magnificent beauty of its surroundings.

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Carran Medieval Church

Open dates vary · Check official times Carran · Clare 1 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCounty Clare’s Carran Medieval Church is a ruin that features a 15th-century doorway and contemporary window.

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Carran Turlough Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Carron · Clare 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCarran Turlough Loop is a 5 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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Bay SUP

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyvaughan · Clare 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesStand up paddle boarding is a traditional Hawaiian sport and is currently the world’s fastest growing water sport.

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