| Aillwee Cave & Burren Birds of Prey | Ballyvaughan | 065 707 7036 | 2 million year old cave, the refuge of prehistoric Irish bears. The cave features an underground river and waterfall. Guided tours, restaurant & craft shop in the centre.
Burren Birds of Prey & Educational Centre which opened in March 2008 is home to the the largest and most varied collection of Birds of Prey in the country - Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls. Flying displays provide the opportunity to see many species in dramatic free flight.
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| Aran Islands | (Via Doolin) | | One of the last outposts of the Gaelic civilisation where Irish is still spoken. These islands are stunningly beautiful and feature cliffs, rugged landscapes, ancient forts adn other relics of prehistory. Access is via ferries from Doolin. |
| Ballycasey Craft Centre | Shannon | 061 364 115 | Housing a wide range of craft producers, visitors can see the craftspeople at work producing products as diverse as jewellery, family crests, pottery, and wrought iron. |
| Ballymorris Pottery | Cratole | 061 357 118 | Stoneware pottery handmade in a 19th century farm yard. Individual celtic designs, decorated plates and bowls a speciality. Activities include parties, classes and childrens hand prints. |
| Biddy Early Brewery | Inagh | 065 683 6742 | Visit Ireland's first pub-brewery to see how our beers are made. Taste the award winning beers in the adjoining pub or eat in our bistro restaurant. |
| Bunratty Castle & Folk Park | Bunratty | 061 360 788 | Built in 1425 Bunratty Castle features medieval tapetries , treasures and works of art. In its grounds the Folk Park features a recreated, 19th century village street with pub, hotel, post office, school, docter's house, hardware and drapers shop . |
| Burren Center | Kilfenora | 065 708 8030 | The Burren's flora, archaeology, geology, legends and history make it unigue in Europe. This center introduces you to this enigma with audio visual and display supports. |
| Burren Perfumery & Floral Center | Carron | 065 708 9102 | Ireland's oldest Perfumery is situated in one of the most uniquefolral landscapes in the world. The Burren Perfumery fragrances all use these flora as their inspirational source and green base. The Perfumery includes a floral center, herb garden, photo exhibition and outstanding audio visual. Tead rooms open. Admission free. No coaches. Open daily. |
| Clare Heritage & Genealogical Center | Corofin | 065 683 7955 | Its main theme 'Ireland Wast 1800-186' portrays a traumatic period of our Irish history under such headings as Famine, Emigration, Land Tenure and others. Ireland's Premier Genealogical Center. |
| Cliffs of Moher | | 065 708 6140 | One of Ireland's top attractions, the Cliffs of Moher stand against the might of the Atlantic Ocean. |
| Cliffs of Moher Cruises | Liscannor and Doolin Pier | 065 707 5949 | Cruises daily from Liscannor and Doolin Pier. New purpose-built boat caters for up to 67 passengers, built to the highest safety standards, fully licensed by the department of the Marine. The skipper is fully licensed with over 30 years experience in local waters. View the spectacular Cliffs of Moher from this unique perspective. |
| Craggaunowen Project | Quin | 061 360 788 | This project features a ring fort, an Iron Age roadway and The Brendan, a hide boat used to re-enact the voyage of St. Brendan. |
| Cratloe Woods House | Cratloe | 061 327 028 | Dating from the 17th century this house is a unique example of an Irish Longhouse. It is steeped in history and features an exhibition of works of art and curios. Strictly by appointment. |
| Ennis Town | Ennis | | Come and visit Ennis. Traditional music, shopping, golf, swimming, theatre, pubs, good food and Guinness. Go to ennis.ie for more |
| DeValera Public Library | Ennis | 065 684 6353 | Open Mon/Wed/Thur 10.00am-05.30pm, Tues/Fri 10.00am-08.00pm, Sat 10.00am-02.00pm. |
| Dolphinwatch Carrigaholt | Carrigaholt | 065 905 8156 | Dolphin and Nature boat trips to visit our resident population of Bottlenose Dolphins, stunning costal scener, historic sites of interest, nesting seabird colonies and seals. Tours are led by experienced and knowledgeable skipper and guides. New, spacious and comfortable passenger ship sails from the old port of Carrigholt at the mouth of the River Shannon.Telephone for daily schedule. Booking available. 6 miles south of Kilkeeon the Loop Head Peninsula. |
| Dolphin Discovery | Kilrush | 065 905 1327 | Offering daily dolphin watch tours from Kilrush Creek marina on board the sightseeing ferry MV "Dolphin Discovery" to observe Ireland's only resident group of bottlenose dolphins. Where better to spend some time than in the company of these amizing creatures. |
| Dysert O'Dea Castle & Archaeology Center | Corofin | 065 683 7401 | Renowned for its historical and archaelogical remains. Its castle, built in 1480 , is home to an archaeology center. Archaelogy trail nearby. |
| Kilkee Habitat Trail | | | Taking you on a senic walk along the cliffs and beach of Kilkee, the walk consists of six panels each one themed to its location illustrating the diverse wildlife habitats of Kilkee. |
| Kilkee Thalassotherapy Center | Gratten St., Kilkee | 065 905 6742 | Natural seaweed baths, seaweed wraps, marine based facials, massages and lots more. Voted 'Best Day Spa 2004' by Irish Beauty Industry. |
| Killimer Tarbert Ferry | Killimer | 065 905 3124 | Bridging the best of Ireland's West. Over 30 sailings a day. The direct route to and from Kerry and Clare. Visitor Center and Shop. |
| Knappogue Castle | Quin | 061 360 788 | Built in 1467, this 15th Century style castle retains its unique medieval character and atmosphere. Scene of nightly Medieval Banquets. |
| Lahinch Seaworld & Leisure Center | The Promenade, Lahinch | 065 708 1900 | Explore the world beneath the waves and discover the awesome wealth of the Atlantic Ocean in a dramatic and thrilling way. Center includes aquarium, 25 meter indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, children's pool, children's soft play area, cafe and souvenir shop. |
| Liscannor Stone Story | The Rock Shop, Liscannor | 065 708 1930 | Here you can learn about the history of quarringin the Liscannor area and the properties of the various flagstones. Quarrying was once a mojor industry on this shale landscape with over 900 men employed by nine companies. |
| Micheal Cusack Center | Carron | 065 708 9944 | Born in Carron in 1847, Michael Cusack founded the largest amateur sporting organisation in the world, the Gaelic Athletic association (GAA). Located on the original homested in the heart of the Burren, this fabulous new center tells the story of Micheal Cusack's passion for life, sport, education and the Burren. |
| Quin Abbey | Quin | | Founded by the MacNamaras in the middle of the 14th Century using some of the curtain wall of the Anglo Norman castle built around 1280 by Richard de Clare. The cloisterd were erected in 1402. The Franciscan friars came later in the century. The view from the top of the tower is quite spectacular. |
| Spirit of Killaloe | | 086 814 0559 | Cruises Daily from Killaloe. Detailed commentary on all historical sites, tea, coffee and bar facilities. |
| Vandeleur Walled Garden | Kilrush | 065 905 1760 | Behind beautiful old stone walls lay forgotten garden of the Vandeleur Estate. Revived and restored to its former glory, it is now an oasis of tender and tropical plants that thrive in the area's uniquely western latitude climate. Facilities in the center include a coffee shop, gift shop and plant sales area. |
