Visit Clare

22/06/2024

For amazing holidays, visit County Clare, the home of great times! 💙💛

Explore the proud, beautiful, and graceful Loop Head Lighthouse in West Clare. With origins stretching back to 1670, this historic lighthouse is rich in maritime heritage and stands as a major landmark on the northern shore of the Shannon River.

Looking for a unique holiday? Stay in the newly refurbished, self-catering Lighthouse Attendant’s cottage right by the lighthouse itself.

Loop Head Lighthouse

21/06/2024

Funday Sunday June Prize💛💙
Win a Lifetime Experience!
Embark on an exhilarating journey with a chance to win a "Hawk Walk" for Two at Aillwee Burren Experience.
Enter for this months prizes, once per week, to 30th June.
Good luck!
https://visitclare.ie/sundays

20/06/2024

Funday Sunday offer for this Sunday, 23rd June 💛💙
Get a bonus, owner-led Doolin Cave Eco Trail Tour when you book a Doolin Cave tour this Sunday!
Visit weekly to see what’s on offer and to enter each month’s competitions,
Offers and Competitions feature weekly on www.VisitClare.ie/sundays

20/06/2024

Vandeleur Festival Kilrush 💛💙
27th - 30th June,
Vandeleur Walled Garden, Kilrush

The full line up for the Vandeleur Festival Kilrush 2024 has something for everyone.

Whether you’re a music lover, art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun day out with family and friends this festival will have something to cater for all tastes and interests.

Delighted to announce the full line up for the Vandeleur Festival Kilrush 2024 that promises to have something for everyone.

Whether you’re a music lover, art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun day out with family and friends this festival will have something to cater for all tastes and interests.

See attached full itinerary. Please note a shuttle bus will operate from Patrick Bourke’s menswear, The Square, Kilrush for each of the evening concert events due to restricted parking at Vandeleur Walled Garden & Visitor Centre. You are also encouraged to park in town and take the short stroll through the Turret Lane to the Vandeleur Walled Garden & Visitor Centre which will be signposted.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the diversity and talents of our town.

We look forward to seeing you at the festival and creating unforgettable memories. Mark your calendars and spread the word!

20/06/2024

Experience Clare’s Amazing Wild Atlantic Way 💛💙☘

Check out this weeks Edition of the The Clare Champion, the Where West magazine, spotlights 17 enchanting points along this remarkable Clare route, including two Signature Points – the iconic Cliffs of Moher and Loop Head.

Our curated map marks these captivating landmarks, guiding you through the diverse landscapes of North Clare, West Clare, the Burren, Loop Head, and the Shannon Estuary Way, from the serene Flaggy Shore to the charming village of Killimer (or vice versa).

While it's tempting to explore them all at once, savour the experience by spreading your visits across your time in Clare. Whether you choose to leisurely uncover each point or prioritise those of personal interest, let the journey unfold at your pace.
https://visitclare.ie/great-ideas/clares-17-wild-atlantic-way-discovery-points/

20/06/2024

💙💛 Visit County Clare, the home of great times!

Discover the historic charm of Quin, a quaint village just 10km east of Ennis. Centred around the stunning Franciscan Quin Abbey, this village is rich in heritage and tourism.

19/06/2024

19/06/2024

A Date for your Diary,
The Scariff Harbour Festival 💛💙☘
1st - 4th August,

We are working hard to finalize this year’s programme for the Scariff Harbour Festival 1st - 4th August. Won’t be long now!

19/06/2024

Experience the history of the laneways and bow-ways of beautiful medieval Ennis with Ennis Walking Tours 💛💙☘
https://visitclare.ie/activities/ennis-walking-tours/

19/06/2024

This Sunday, 23rd June, witness a Clash of Clans,
at the Battle for Bunratty Castle! 🏰💛💙☘
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

19/06/2024

“The midnight hour is close at hand…” 🎵

18/06/2024

Funday Sunday offer for this Sunday, 23rd June 💛💙
Get 15% off a guided Brian Boru Kayak Tour from Killaloe!
Visit weekly to see what’s on offer and to enter each month’s competitions,
Offers and Competitions feature weekly on www.VisitClare.ie/sundays

18/06/2024

💙💛 For amazing holidays, visit County Clare, the home of great times!

Discover the waterside market town of Killaloe in East Clare. Situated where the River Shannon meets Lough Derg, this picturesque town is a popular leisure destination and a must-visit stop for those sailing the River Shannon.

18/06/2024

Breathe in Clare 💛💙☘
With so much to roam,
My Heart, My Home,
www.VisitClare.ie
Kilfenora Céilí Band

18/06/2024

Escape to a world of charm this summer at the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis.💛💙☘ ​
Indulge in luxury and create unforgettable memories under the warm sun.

17/06/2024

Did you know that we share great travel tips on our website? 💛💙
Discover the breath-taking scenic walks in County Clare! From stunning cliffs to majestic mountain tops, this article highlights the best high viewing points that offer spectacular views. Whether you drive, cycle, or hike, the vistas are always worth the effort! 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚗

🌄 Read more about these scenic walks using the link below and start planning your adventure today!
🔗 https://ow.ly/2tsa50Sj2aY

17/06/2024

Loop Head Lighthouse at Kenny's Lahinch Art Gallery💛💙
Original art by Padraig McCaul.
A distant memory, a beacon of light, welcoming people on their journey.
https://lahinchartgallery.com/artist/padraig-mccaul/
or call into gallery,
Open Daily 10-6pm and Sunday11-6pm

Loophead Lighthouse, original art by Padraig McCaul.
A distant memory, a beacon of light, welcoming people on their journey.
Part of new collection just arrived to gallery. Check out website https://lahinchartgallery.com/artist/padraig-mccaul/ or call into gallery- Open Daily 10-6pm and Sunday11-6pm

16/06/2024

When staying at The Falls Hotel, you are staying in a sustainable, eco-friendly hotel 💛💙

They passionately support sustainable tourism and are a certified Carbon Neutral property and members of Green Hospitality. They even get their electricity from the power of the river running alongside it! They run on hydropower from a hydroelectric turbine on the powerful river cascades beside the hotel.

They have 140 bedrooms, nine apartments, two restaurants, and full conferencing facilities with one main conference room and several smaller meeting rooms.

The hotel is a wonderful base at the gateway to the Burren from which to explore Co. Clare and Co. Galway. It is on 50 acres of woodlands with lovely walks on the doorstep. The town with shops, cafes and pubs is a 5-minute stroll along the river. Lahinch, with its golf club and the beach, is 4 km away.

Awards:

In 2021, the hotel won an award for Innovative Deployment of Renewable Energy in the SEAI Energy Awards.
In the Clare Business Excellence and Resilience Awards 2021, they came out top in the Best Sustainable Practices category.
In 2021, in the Best Energy Achievement Awards, they won the award in the Tourism, Leisure & Hospitality category.

Stay here or at any of the participating Clare ‘Lucky Break’ hotels between now and October 31, 2024, for a chance to win a complimentary return visit to the hotel. Upon your stay, you will be automatically provided with an online entry form. Enjoy your stay in Clare and the very best of luck!
For details VisitClare.ie/luckybreaks

https://www.facebook.com/FallsHotelandSpa

15/06/2024

💛💙 Visit County Clare, the home of great times!

🌿 Explore the stunning Ballyvaughan Wood Loop in North Clare. This 8km loop takes you through minor roadways, green lanes, woodland, and cross country paths, revealing the hidden valley behind the seaside village of Ballyvaughan. Enjoy splendid views of the Burren’s folded limestone layers and pass close by the famous Ailwee Cave.

15/06/2024

Kilkee by the Sea Festival 💛💙
It’s all happening in Kilkee this summer.
Mark your diaries and book your tickets for an epic weekend July 27th & 28th !!

Things are only getting better!!! It’s all happening in Kilkee this summer. Mark your diaries and book your tickets for an epic weekend July 27th & 28th !!

14/06/2024

Funday Sunday June Prize💛💙
Win a guided two-hour kayaking tour,
From Killaloe for a family of Four with My Next Adventure!
Enter for this months prizes, once per week, to 30th June,
Good luck! https://visitclare.ie/sundays
My Next Adventure

13/06/2024

Funday Sunday offers for this Sunday, 16th June 💛💙
Visit weekly to see what’s on offer and to enter each month’s competitions,
Offers and Competitions feature weekly on www.VisitClare.ie/sundays

My Next Adventure Aillwee Burren Experience

13/06/2024

For amazing holidays, visit Ennis, County Clare, the home of great times! 💙💛

Discover the charm and history of Ennis Friary in Clare's vibrant capital. Whether you're exploring the town’s boutiques, enjoying local cuisine, or immersing yourself in an evening trad session, Ennis offers unforgettable experiences for everyone.

13/06/2024

Now is the time to jump on the lighthouse tourism trend 💛💙

Loop Head Lighthouse has a newly renovated Attendant's Cottage and it will be ready to welcome guests starting in July,

The full Sunday Times article, "How Irish lighthouses became 2024’s cool travel destination" this past weekend. With over 622,000 people exploring Irish lighthouses in 2022 alone, lighthouse tourism is surging.

📰 Read the full article:
https://www.thetimes.com/world/ireland-world/article/how-irish-lighthouses-became-2024s-cool-travel-destination-jwk78rns7

12/06/2024

Funday Sunday June Prize💛💙
Win a Lifetime Experience,
A "Hawk Walk" for Two at Aillwee Burren Experience,
Enter for this months prizes, once per week, to 30th June,
Good luck! https://visitclare.ie/sundays
Aillwee Burren Experience

12/06/2024

The Courtyard at Temple Gate Hotel is reopening💛💙
this Saturday from 11am until 8pm &
12noon - 8pm on Sunday.

12/06/2024

Circus skills, Classical music, Youth theatre, 💛💙
just some of the events lined up as part of
Cruinniu na nOg in Clare,
this Saturday, 15th June.

Clare Arts Office Creative Ireland Clare

12/06/2024

The launch of the All Ireland Hurling Championship at the Michael Cusack Centre 💛💙
https://visitclare.ie/attractions/michael-cusack-centre/