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The Burren, Caherconnell

4.6
#4 of 12 in Nature in County Clare
Geologic Formation · Nature / Park
Witness the natural wonder of The Burren, an area that is both rocky and fertile. “Burren” comes from an Irish word meaning “a rocky place,” which fits because the area is full of exposed limestone. Take in gorgeous views of the rugged shoreline cliffs. Tour the karst hills of the region, which are rich in historic and archeological sites, including several megalithic tombs, portal dolmens, and the nearby Corcomroe Abbey. The area also features a wealth of flora, fauna, and herbs. Leave time to visit the 1,500 hectare (3,707 acre) Burren National Park, located in the southeastern corner of the region. To visit The Burren and other attractions in Caherconnell, use our Caherconnell vacation app.
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Tours to The Burren

FROM $61 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin
4.7
Duration: 13 hours
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FROM $156 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin
4.6
Duration: 15 hours
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FROM $796 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Cork, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher Rail Tour
4.4
Duration: 3 days
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FROM $54 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway
4.7
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $1,064 BOOK WITH VIATOR 5-Day Escape to the South West Small-Group Tour from Dublin
4.8
Duration: 5 days
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FROM $56 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including The Wild Altanic Way
4.5
Duration: 11 hours
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FROM $989 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour
4.3
Duration: 4 days
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FROM $929 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour
4.4
Duration: 4 days
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FROM $495 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day South West Ireland Tour from Dublin
4.7
Duration: 4 days
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FROM $780 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Aran Islands Rail Tour from Dublin
4.3
Duration: 3 days
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR From Galway: Guided tour of Cliffs of Moher and The Burren.
3.9
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Explorer Tour - 5 hour stop at the Cliffs of Moher.
5.0
Duration: 10 hours
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  • By C7456RUsophia
    Had to do an 8000 word assignment on the burren. Really put me off. Sorry. 1/5 would not recommend to a friend  more »
  • By Tim C
    What an archeological wonderland. The ancient places of Ireland have been found! Go there and explore the old castled mansions and the dolmens marking the ancient burial and worship locations...  more »
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