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The Burren, New Quay

4.6

#4 of 12 in Nature in County Clare

Geologic Formation · Nature / Park

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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 New Quay, use our New Quay vacation app.

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FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin

4.7

Duration: 13 hours

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FROM $162 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin

4.6

Duration: 15 hours

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FROM $44 BOOK WITH VIATOR From Galway: Guided tour of Cliffs of Moher and The Burren. From Galway: Guided tour of Cliffs of Moher and The Burren.

4.9

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $908 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Cork, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher Rail Tour 3-Day Cork, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher Rail Tour

4.4

Duration: 3 days

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FROM $53 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including The Wild Altanic Way Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including The Wild Altanic Way

4.5

Duration: 11 hours

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FROM $1,253 BOOK WITH VIATOR 5-Day Escape to the South West (*Includes entry to the Cliffs of Moher) 5-Day Escape to the South West (*Includes entry to the Cliffs of Moher)

4.9

Duration: 5 days

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FROM $44 BOOK WITH VIATOR From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Explorer Tour - 5 hour stop at the Cliffs of Moher From Galway: Cliffs of Moher Explorer Tour - 5 hour stop at the Cliffs of Moher

4.9

Duration: 10 hours

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FROM $516 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day South West Ireland Tour from Dublin 4-Day South West Ireland Tour from Dublin

4.6

Duration: 4 days

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FROM $2,572 BOOK WITH VIATOR 10-Day Ultimate Small-Group Tour of Ireland from Dublin 10-Day Ultimate Small-Group Tour of Ireland from Dublin

5.0

Duration: 10 days

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FROM $1,224 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour

4.3

Duration: 4 days

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FROM $1,365 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour 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 $2,239 BOOK WITH VIATOR 8-Day Adventure Tour on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way 8-Day Adventure Tour on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

5.0

Duration: 8 days

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By bcaha

Absolutely worth seeing, so glad we drove into the Burren after seeing the Cliffs of Moher. Highly recommend even a short stop.

Absolutely worth seeing, so glad we drove into the Burren after seeing the Cliffs of Moher. Highly recommend even a short stop. more »
By MeeShellMidwifeRN

The Burren history is interesting, the sea floor that has risen to the lands surface. Reminds me a bit of lava rock but with more cracks and very deep crevices. A quick 15 minutes stop is all you...

The Burren history is interesting, the sea floor that has risen to the lands surface. Reminds me a bit of lava rock but with more cracks and very deep crevices. A quick 15 minutes stop is all you... more »

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