Title: Things to Do in The Burren in 2026 | Expedia.com [The Burren Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/The-Burren.dx6160521)[Hotels in The Burren](https://expedia.com/The-Burren-Hotels.d6160521.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to The Burren](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-The-Burren.d6160521.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in The Burren](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-The-Burren.d6160521.Car-Rental-Guide)[The Burren Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/The-Burren.d6160521.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in The Burren ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit The Burren Types of activities Where to stay [The Burren Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/The-Burren.dx6160521) ![The Burren which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160521/4bd5e1e8-ba97-4c72-bcd0-840b663c0d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Burren which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160521/4bd5e1e8-ba97-4c72-bcd0-840b663c0d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Burren showing tranquil scenes and wildflowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160521/ef5e2f9c-e375-4ff7-b4b6-d4352df1c54f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spectacular landscape of the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland. Exposed karst limestone bedrock at the Burren National Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160521/77619e95-05ee-4875-9428-746d03a9fa34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Despite the freaking cold weather, no regrets of coming to Ireland. Feel so relief and inspire wandering along the cliff. Fucking awesome!! Proud to be a female solo traveller. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069899/29792e7a-1d4d-4bf7-986c-f68680950ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### The Burren Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of The Burren, join one of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6160521&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have a friendly local show you some of the most popular sights. 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You won't even need your wallet if you go to: **Fanore Beach** \- Read your favorite novel or listen to a popular playlist while you're soaking up that vitamin D. **Carron Polje** \- Unwind and let the rugged natural beauty revitalize your mind. ### Things to Do in The Burren with Kids There's fun for all the family wherever you go in The Burren. Here are some [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6160521&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can try together that are sure to make your getaway a blast: - [Cliffs Of Moher, Burren National Park & Galway City Day Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-burren-national-park-galway-city-day-tour.a402636.activity-details) - [Cliffs Of Moher, Burren and Galway City Day Tour From Dublin](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-burren-and-galway-city-day-tour-from-dublin.a547489.activity-details) - [From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara and Connemara National Park.](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/connemara-national-park-or-kylemore-abbey-day-trip-from-galway.a1191318.activity-details) - [Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-day-trip-from-galway.a729453.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in The Burren? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in The Burren ![Doolin Cave which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166314/cb15efbf-9631-4058-8531-6232c05a3c67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Doolin Cave Explore the great outdoors at Doolin Cave, a lovely green space in Doolin. Wander the seaside or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/Doolin-Cave-Doolin.d6166314.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Poulnabrone Dolmen in Burren National Park, County Clare. #Trovember #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/00cb47d1-8aa2-4dad-9acc-c2d830fb1cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poulnabrone Dolmen You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a visit to Poulnabrone Dolmen. While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Poulnabrone-Dolmen-Ballyvaughan.d6090313.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mountain View Horse Riding Centre You can take time to visit Mountain View Horse Riding Centre during your travels to Lisdoonvarna. Stroll along the seaside or discover the countryside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Mountain-View-Horse-Riding-Centre-Lisdoonvarna.d6193239.Vacation-Attraction) #### Burren National Park Explore the great outdoors at Burren National Park, a lovely green space in Kilkeedy. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Burren-National-Park-Kilkeedy.d553248635939591909.Vacation-Attraction) #### Doolin Pitch & Putt Enjoy a round of golf in Fisherstreet at Doolin Pitch & Putt. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town. [](https://expedia.com/Doolin-Pitch-Putt-Doolin.d553248621532489298.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fanore Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Fanore Beach during your travels in Fanore? [](https://expedia.com/Fanore-Beach-Fanore.d6179606.Vacation-Attraction) #### Newtown Castle Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Newtown-Castle-Newtown.d6219084.Vacation-Attraction) #### Burren Perfumery Take the family on an outing to Burren Perfumery during your trip to Carran. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Burren-Perfumery-Carran.d6196805.Vacation-Attraction) #### Aillwee Burren Experience Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Aillwee Burren Experience during your trip to Ballyvaughan. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Burren-Birds-Of-Prey-Centre-Ballyvaughan.d553248621532489346.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in The Burren ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newtown 5/5(16 area reviews) While Newtown isn't home to many top sights, Poulnabrone Dolmen and Fanore Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Ballyvaughan-Newtown.dx553248635976401221) ![Great lunch stop at this pub in Doolin on the way to The Cliffs of Moher. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069899/3cfddda9-f789-4396-9709-98fde6a3a328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fisherstreet Village When in Fisherstreet Village, you can plan a visit to Doolin Pitch & Putt and Burren Stained Glass Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Doolin-Fisherstreet-Village.dx949388294809014272) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/The-Burren.dx6160521.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from The Burren ![The Poulnabrone Dolmen in Burren National Park, County Clare. #Trovember #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/00cb47d1-8aa2-4dad-9acc-c2d830fb1cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ballyvaughan ![panorama view of the glaciokarst coastal landscape of the Burren Coast in County Clare of western Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5287/68cd6c93-1c6f-4fed-b803-fdb14cb80e01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lisdoonvarna ![ Kilmacduagh Monastic site, Gort, Co. Galway, Ireland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058710/e5afdfc4-dbfe-4366-8a07-34a496e83767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gort ![Doolin showing a small town or village, flowers and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069899/a4be1f6c-34ea-4a4e-bcf2-7a6e9d0ef5d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Doolin ![Kinvara featuring sailing, boating and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151794/dfbcdded-ec8c-4a25-9f5d-b3151a46a584.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kinvara ![black head county clare ireland. the burren national park along the wild atlantic way on the geopark geotourism route. beautiful irish countryside landscape, unesco world heritage site in ireland. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179594/f1c02d1e-cbd3-45e4-9626-6a6354d82698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fanore ![A ramble in the grounds of the #BurrenPerfumery #Burren #Clare #Ireland #Spring #Green #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6196797/c0872dc3-8ea3-48f5-843d-75197fa43bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carran ![Cliffs of Moher, Ireland #adventure #adventurephotocontest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635943689871/d3aea870-805c-4821-b369-499662630121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Burren ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in The Burren on a sunny day? > - [The Cliffs of Moher, the Burren & Galway Bay Rail Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-cliffs-of-moher-the-burren-galway-bay-rail-tour.a181661.activity-details) > - [CLIFFS OF MOHER AND GALWAY in Spanish](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-galway-in-spanish.a584167.activity-details) > - [Cliffs Of Moher, Burren and Galway City Day Tour From Dublin](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-burren-and-galway-city-day-tour-from-dublin.a547489.activity-details) > - [Cliffs of Moher, Doolin Village, The Burren & Galway Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-doolin-village-the-burren-galway-tour.a181601.activity-details) ### What to do in The Burren on a rainy day? > - [Quarantine Hospital](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/quarantine-hospital.a604457.activity-details) > - [The Auld Shebeen Pub Room](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-auld-shebeen-pub-room.a584159.activity-details) > - [The Vault](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-vault.a603616.activity-details) ### Are there cheap things to do in The Burren? > - [The Auld Shebeen Pub Room](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-auld-shebeen-pub-room.a584159.activity-details) > - [The Vault](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-vault.a603616.activity-details) > - [Quarantine Hospital](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/quarantine-hospital.a604457.activity-details) ### What can you do in The Burren for free? > - Fanore Beach > - Carron Polje > - Corcomcoe Abbey > - Burren Stained Glass Art ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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