Doolin
Dúlainn
A small seaside village just north of the Cliffs of Moher, famous for its traditional Irish music pubs and the starting point for ferries to the Aran Islands and the cliff walks.
Doolin is a small village on the west coast of County Clare, often called the capital of traditional Irish music. Old pubs such as Gus O'Connor's, McGann's, and McDermott's host free traditional music sessions almost every night, usually with hearty stews or seafood chowder on the menu. The brightly painted cottages along Fisher Street are a favourite with photographers.
Ferries run from Doolin Pier to the Aran Islands and on sightseeing trips along the Cliffs of Moher (April to October). The Cliffs of Moher coastal walk, roughly 8 km long, begins just south of the village. The drive from Galway takes about 1.5 hours.
Opening hours
Open all day (bars open until late at night)
Nearby sights
- Doonagore Castle
- Doolin Cave
- Cliffs of Moher
- Lahinch Beach
- Lisdoonvarna
- Ennistymon & the Cascades
- Hag's Head
- Fanore Beach