Welcome to The Clare Collection. An iconic collection of historic wonders and breathtaking vistas nestled within the picturesque County of Clare, Ireland. Our visitor experiences include Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, The Cliffs of Moher Experience, Craggaunowen Heritage Park, Inis Cealtra (Opening 2025) Knappogue Castle and Gardens, Loop Head Lighthouse and Vandeleur Walled Gardens and Visitor Experience. Whether you’re seeking adventure, culture, or relaxation, our collection provides unforgettable experiences.
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Explore its authentic interior, including the Great Hall, bedrooms, and dungeon, while our knowledgeable guides regale you with tales of battles, bravery, sieges, and sagas.
Surrounding the castle, Bunratty Folk Park recreates 19th-century Irish village life. Discover traditional thatched-roof cottages, a bustling village street, and a working farm featuring native Irish breeds like Irish Wolfhounds and Irish Red Deer. Costumed interpreters bring the past to life through demonstrations of crafts, cooking, and daily activities. Enhance your experience with personalized tours, bodhrán lessons, traditional Irish workshops, and scenic jaunting car rides.
Visually spectacular, the Cliffs of Moher sit astride the striking landscape of the Burren on one side and the Wild Atlantic Ocean on the other. Rising out of the Atlantic waters to a height of over 700ft at O’Brien’s Tower and running along the coast of Clare for almost 14 kilometres, or 8 miles, the Cliffs of Moher were formed over 320 million years ago, and today form part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.
The Cliffs of Moher is in a Special Protection Area for Birds and Wildlife. The magnificent Cliffs on the Wild Atlantic Way host major colonies of nesting sea birds and are one of the country’s most important bird-breeding sites.
Learn about the lives, livelihoods, and battles of our ancestors. Visit the various forms of traditional homesteads that existed during the Bronze and Iron Ages in Ireland including a Crannóg – an artificial lake dwelling and a Ringfort. Meet fascinating characters dressed in period attire, demonstrating ancient crafts like Ogham writing, blacksmithing, weaving, and woodworking.
Discover the legendary tale of St. Brendan, a courageous sailor believed to have reached America centuries before Columbus.
Once a thriving center of spirituality, this island was closely associated with St. Caiman, who established a monastery here in the 6th and 7th centuries. Opening in Spring 2025, the Inis Cealtra Visitors Centre will offer a captivating exploration of the island’s rich history. Located in the restored rectory building in Mountshannon, the centre will provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of this sacred site.
Spanning 50 acres, Inis Cealtra is a treasure trove of historical remains. Explore the ruins of six ancient churches, an early monastic cell, a cemetery, and over 80 recumbent graves adorned with inscriptions and crosses. The island’s most iconic landmark, the 80-foot round tower, stands as a testament to its enduring significance.
Steeped in centuries of fascinating history, the castle invites guests to partake in nightly banquets from April to October. Be transported to a medieval realm as the Lord and Ladies of the castle welcome you with music, merriment, and song.
Knappogue Castle will open its doors to guests as a luxurious five-star residence starting in Spring 2025. Within the castle walls, ten guests can reside in a haven of unparalleled luxury. Each of the five exquisite bedrooms boasts meticulous restoration, where the whispers of the past intertwine seamlessly with contemporary opulence.
A trip to Loop Head Lighthouse is a visit of contrasts, centred around this beacon of hope that has perched majestically on the scenic headland of Loop Head peninsula for hundreds of years, looking down on the fury of the Atlantic Ocean 90 meters below.
Here a world of beautiful seabirds, seals and dolphins meets breath-taking views as far as Dingle and Connemara. While the cosy, characterful Light House Attendant’s Cottage offers a romantic stay with a difference. Learn of the lighthouse’s fascinating past with a guided tour of the lighthouse with one of our knowledgeable local guides.
We are set on 170 hectares of native woodlands. On your visit, enjoy walks in the woods, browse the wonderful garden centre, or enjoy lunch in the Woodlands Bistro. While here call into our Visitor Centre for a glimpse into a time gone by, when the Vandeleur Family lived in the very grand Kilrush House with stables and a walled garden to be envied. Learn about their contribution to Kilrush as we know it now, and also their part in the dark history of the area.
Mull over this conflicting history as you stroll in the gorgeously restored Walled Garden which offers to botanical feast for all who visit here.
