Visit Doolin Cave and explore the Burren landscape above-ground and under-ground. Doolin Cave is one of Europe’s most compelling cave attractions. It is a truly authentic experience. It is your only opportunity to see such a large free hanging stalactite anywhere in the world.

From the moment you descend over 80ft into the first tunnel, with your guide, you will enter a world carved by water. Donning your hard hat, you will follow the rough-hewn route of the early explorers who first discovered the cave. When you enter the stunning, cathedral-like dome that houses the huge stalactite, you will be briefly plunged into a world of primitive darkness. Then, in a flash, you will be awed as the subtly-lit stalactite appears before you. And, far below, a magical stream carries to the hills outside, the water that carved the primeval world around you.

The cave tour takes 40-45 minutes.

Doolin Cave Farmland Nature Trail takes a looped walk, approximately 1km long around the cave setting. There is seating along the trail set amidst native Burren flora and wild flower meadows. There are also rare and miniature breeds of cattle, sheep, goats and chickens to watch and enjoy along the trail. Set in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling farmland and Burren cliffs with a view to Ballinalacken Castle, it provides wonderful photo opportunities to visitors. The trail is an ideal activity for families in the Burren.

• Doolin cave farmland nature trail is free to all cave visitors.
• The trail is a gentle stroll over approx 1km.
• Doolin Cave Café can provide picnics to enjoy out on the nature trail.

Visit Doolin Cave Pottery at Doolin Cave and select a beautiful and unique reminder of your precious time in The Burren. The beautiful pots are made from ancient glacial clay gathered from deep within the caverns of the magical Doolin Cave.
Potter, Caireann Browne, digs ancient glacial clay that started to settle over 3.5 million years ago, she then hand throws the clay and crafts unique, timeless pottery. There is a wide choice of designs available in the gift shop.
T. +353 (0)65 707 5761 E. tours@doolincave.ie W. https://doolincave.ie/pottery/ Location: Doolin GPS: N 53.0419 W -9.3450 Open: 7 days a week.

‘Wild at the Cave’ offers seasonal salads, artisanal sandwiches, baked goods, smiles and much more. Working with the best local and Irish suppliers, such as Anam Coffee, Guru Tea, St. Tola’s Goats Cheese, C.S. Fish Doonbeg & Hazelwood Bakery, ‘Wild at the Cave’ has an exciting new menu for the café, for all to enjoy.
T: +353 85 725 9256 E: tours@doolincave.ie W: https://doolincave.ie/wild-at-the-cave/ Location: Doolin GPS: N 53.0419 W -9.3450 Open: 7 days a week.

Opening Times:
Open Daily March to November 10 am to 5 pm, tours on the hour

Jan 6th – March 1st: By appointment only
July 1st – September 30th: 10am – 5pm – Tours every half an hour
October: 11am – 4pm weekdays and 10am to 5pm weekends – Tours every hour on the hour
Winter: Christmas: 11am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday only – Tours every hour on the hour
Dec. 11th – January 6th: 11am – 4pm everyday – Tours every hour on the hour

Location & Transport Options

GPS: N 53 02.510, W 9 20.705
Decimal Degrees (WGS84): 53.041831, -9.345077
Degrees, Minutes & Seconds: N53 02 30, W9 20 42

Doolin Cave is located 15 minutes drive from the Cliffs of Moher and 5 minutes from Doolin on the R479 (Doolin to Fanore Road)
45 minutes from Shannon Airport. 3.5 hours from Dublin. 1 hour from Galway City. 3 hours from Cork.

Bus

Bus Eireann Route 350 Galway-Kinvarra-Doolin-Cliffs of Moher-Ennis

Electric Car Charging points

Gregans Castle Hotel, Ballyvaughan +353 65 7077005 – GPS: N 53 04.608, W 9 11.057
Doolin Caravan and Camping Park +353 65 7074458 – GPS: N 53 00.974, W 9 24.093
Hotel Doolin +353 65 7074111 – GPS: N 53 00.980, W 9 22.591
Seaview House, Doolin +353 87 2679617 – GPS: N 53 00.736, W 9 23.090
Stonecutters Kitchen, Cliffs of Moher Road +353 87 283 7118 – GPS: N 52 59.552, W 9 24.144
Boghill Centre, Kilfenora +353 65 7074644 – GPS: N 53 00.962, W 9 15.163
Kilshanny House +353 65 7071660 – GPS: N 52 58.909, W 9 17.895
Lahinch Car Park off Miltown Malby Road – GPS: N 52 55.772, W 9 20.778
Hydro Hotel, Lisdoonvarna +353 65 707 4005 – GPS: N 53 01.600, W 9 17.424

Bicycle Hire

Burren Fine Wine and Foods, Ballyvaughan John +353 86 3412 875 or Cathleen +353 87 7633 241 info@burrenwine.ie www.burrenwine.ie
Lahinch Bikes +353 86 8448622  ben@benssurfclinic.com www.lahinchadventures.com
Electric Bike Hire – E-Whizz  +353 87 6277000 info@e-whizz.com www.e-whizz.com