Family things to do near Doolin, Co. Clare

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Moher Hill Open Farm and Leisure Park

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballysteen ED · Clare 14 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingCheck opening details

Why it matchesFamily pet farm and leisure park near the Cliffs of Moher featuring animals and play areas.

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Cliffs Of Moher, Doolin, Ireland

Open dates vary · Check official times Ennis · Clare 5 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesExplore Ireland's famous Cliffs of Moher with coastal walks, viewing platforms, and a visitor centre.

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Aran Islands - Inisheer - Inis Oírr

Open dates vary · Check official times Galway About 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLocated 8km off the coast of County Clare, Inisheer is an island of sheer beauty embedded in Irish history.

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Lisdoonvarna Spa Wells Heritage Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Lisdoonvarna · Clare 9 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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The Green Room Surf School and Shop

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 19 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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Lahinch Beach

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 20 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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Burren Free Range Pork Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Kilfenora · Clare 19 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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Bens Surf Clinic

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 19 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBens Surf Clinic is based on the sea front in Lahinch, on the Wild Atlantic Way, a short drive from the Cliffs of Moher.

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Fanore Beach

Open dates vary · Check official times Clare 19 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesNeighbouring the seaside village of Fanore in County Clare, Fanore Beach is a stunning sandy beach that introduces the Caher River to the Atlantic.

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Moher Hill Open Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Liscannor · Clare 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesMoher Hill Open Farm is beautifully situated overlooking Liscannor Bay in County Clare.

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Doolin Pitch And Putt Club

Doolin · Clare 4 min drive Check price
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Why it matches18-hole pitch and putt links course near Doolin with views of the Cliffs of Moher and club hire available.

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North Clare Sea Kayaking

Open dates vary · Check official times Doolin · Clare 2 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBe adventurous! Welcome to Doolin, County Clare, Ireland, home of the stunning Cliffs of Moher, the amazing landscape of the Burren National Park and now the home of North Clare Sea Kayaking.

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Burren Winterage Weekend 2026

Fri 23 Oct 2026 – Sun 25 Oct 2026 · Check official times The Burren · Clare 10 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllowhalf a daySettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesAnnual festival in the Burren celebrating pastoral heritage with farming events and walks.

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Lahinch Surf School

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 19 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWhether you are an absolute first timer or seasoned professional or just renting a board you can expect to have a wonderful and fun time anytime of the year with Lahinch Surf School.

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Lahinch Surf Experience

Open dates vary · Check official times Lahinch · Clare 19 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLahinch Surf Experience is owned by two west Clare surfing fanatics John Linnane and Dexter McCullough.

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Aloha Surf School

Open dates vary · Check official times Fanore · Clare 19 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSurfing with Aloha Surf School in Fanore, County Clare allows surfers to escape the masses and enjoy a surfing adventure.

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