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Cliffs of Moher Clare

Explore Ireland's famous coastal cliffs with paved cliff-edge walking trails and an interactive visitor centre.

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Where
Cliffs of Moher, Ennis, Clare (Outdoors)Directions
Opening times
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Plan your visit

Weather · Sat, 17 Oct

Sunny spells

5–12°C · 0 mm daytime rain

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Family practicalities

Suits all agesTime: 2-3 hoursOutdoors
  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets

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Things to do near Ennis, Co. Clare

What to expect

The Cliffs of Moher offer a dramatic family coastal walk along rugged cliff tops overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Children can explore the interactive indoor visitor experience, follow safe cliff-edge walking paths, and spot seabirds along the shoreline.

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Time to allow
2-3 hours
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Categories

  • historic site
  • cultural and historic

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