Liscannor
Liscannor is ideal as a base for touring the West coast of Ireland. Sights include a medieval church and the remains of a castle built by the O'Connors and stronghold of the O'Briens. John B.Holland, inventor of the submarine, was born in Liscannor!
You'll find a good selection of recommended restaurants, pubs and hotels in the village - all just a couple of hundred meters from the house.
Lahinch
is a busy seaside town with excellent shops, restaurants and an Art Gallery. The wonderful beach and promenade are full of atmosphere and fun during the Summer months.This beach is a mecca for surfers and it offers ideal conditions for this sport. The long, sandy beach is also perfect for those who like a long beach walk and for swimmers. A lifeguard is on duty during the summer months.
The Cliffs of Moher
The world renowned Cliffs of Moher are only 5 minutes away. With its breath-taking views it remains one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions. You can walk along the clifftop, visit the new visitor center or experience the cliffs from the sea on the boats which depart from Liscannor and Doolin harbours.
Doolin
is a great fishing village and just 15 Minutes away. It has long been associated with great Irish music sessions, and was home to a great traditional Irish whistle player, the late Micko Russell. A visit to the Aran Islands is an unforgetable trip which you shouldn't miss. Boats leave several times daily from Doolin Pier.
The Burren
This fine example of a karstic terrain is famous worldwide because of a remarkable flora which can be found in its limestone landscapes as well as its rich archaeological heritage. The area hosts 70 wedge-tombs (the most famous of them being Poulnabrone), ring forts, caves (most notable Aillwee Cave and Doolin Cave) castles (Leamenagh Castle) and a network of field walls and hut circles. You can drive in and around the Burren on several roads, but the best way to really experience it is by foot or by bicycle! The green roads are the old Burren roads and are perfect to explore this landscape on short and long walks.
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