About Cliffs Of Moher
Cliffs Of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are listed in the top 28 in the global online campaign for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The third and final phase of voting is now underway with people again able to vote for the Cliffs from the selection of 28 official finalist candidates. The new 7 natural wonders will be chosen by an estimated 1 billion votes. Voting will continue throughout 2010 and 2011 with the official declaration of the new 7 wonders of nature taking place in 2011. Get behind the Cliffs of Moher and vote www.new7wonders.com
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top Visitor attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometers over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O'Brien's Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs.
From the Cliffs one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins, the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara and Loop Head to the South.
A unique experience is always encountered at the Cliffs, including stunning views of the dramatic atlantic coastline along 600 metres of pathways, viewing of Irelands largest mainland seabird colony including Puffins from April to July. Rangers provide free guided tours (off peak) and offer information on the birdlife, geology, botany,history & much more.
Clare Accessible Transport
Burren Connect Project are working with Clare Accessible Transport to provide environmentally sustainable public transport options for people living in and visiting the Burren.
Please visit www.catconnects.ie to access public transport timetables and other information.
Moher Hill Open Farm
Description
Whether it is a Family Day Out, a Special Occasion, Week-end Away, Summer Holiday, or School Tour, a visit a Moher Hill Open Farm is easily integrated into the breathtaking Sights and Scenery of the Atlantics Seaboard. Beautifully situated overlooking Linscannor Bay. The farm is close to the Cliffs of Moher, Lahinch Seaworld, Aillwee Caves, Doolin, Poulnaborn Dolmen on Ireland's Western Seaboard, Moher Hill Open Farm & Leisure Park has been featured on NO FRONTIERS, the RTE Holiday Programme.
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre
Description
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top Visitor attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometers over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O'Brien's Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs. From the Cliffs one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins, the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara and Loop Head to the South. A unique experience is always encountered at the Cliffs, including stunning views of the dramatic atlantic coastline along 600 metres of pathways, viewing of Irelands largest mainland seabird colony including Puffins from April to July. Rangers provide free guided tours (off peak) and offer information on the birdlife, geology, botany,history & much more.
Puffins Nest Café
Description
The grass roofed Visitor Centre is set into the hillside and offers an all weather experience. The centre is a unique cave like structure which minimises the visual impact on this fabulous scenic location and uses a range of energy saving and eco-friendly features including geo-thermal, solar energy and water recycling. Atlantic Edge Exhibition is a must see in the visitor centre and is the ideal way to learn about the Cliffs. A cafe, restaurant with panoramic views, a gift shop, baggage store, tourist information, ATM, baby changing, first aid, toilets and much more are all available
The Longdock Restaurant
Description
The Long Dock restaurant boasts stunning views from the panoramic windows on the first floor. The views take in the south aspect of the Cliffs towards Hags Head and the broad expanse of Liscannor Bay. The Long Dock restaurant and Cliffs of Moher were host to the gala dinner of the Burren Slow Food Festival in May 2008. The seven course meal was prepared using ingredients from Co.Clare
