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Discovering Doolin Car-Free

Nestled on the rugged Atlantic coast of Ireland, Doolin is a quaint village known for its vibrant traditional music, stunning landscapes, and close proximity to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. While many visitors might rely on cars to explore this picturesque destination, discovering Doolin car-free offers a unique, eco-friendly, and immersive experience that allows you […]

Discovering North Clare

Nestled on the west coast of Ireland, North Clare is a region of unparalleled natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. It is a place where the rugged landscape meets the Atlantic Ocean, creating dramatic coastal views that captivate visitors. Whether you are an adventurer, a history buff, or someone seeking tranquillity, North Clare has […]

Exploring Doolin: Top 5 Walking Trails for Every Adventurer

Nestled along the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a haven for those who love the great outdoors. Famous for its traditional Irish music and stunning natural landscapes, this charming village is the perfect base for exploring some of the most beautiful walking trails in County Clare. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a […]

Coffee and Cake in Doolin!

Doolin is a picturesque village known for its vibrant music scene, stunning landscapes, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. All visitors to Doolin know that there is nothing better than taking a stroll to the Pier, or people watching along Fisherstreet with a good coffee and a treat. Doolin boasts a thriving coffee culture that promises to […]

Your ultimate 4 day itinerary of Doolin

Doolin, located on the stunning west coast of Ireland, is known for its rugged cliffs, traditional music, and charming atmosphere. This summer, we are looking forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to soak up the hospitality, scenery, and Doolin magic for as long as their itinerary allows! We would recommend staying at least […]

Discover Doolin: Your Next Eco-Friendly Destination

Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland lies a hidden gem waiting to be explored: Doolin. This quaint village, renowned for its traditional Irish music and stunning landscapes, is also making waves as an eco-friendly destination. From sustainable accommodations to outdoor adventures that leave minimal impact on the environment, Doolin offers visitors a chance […]

Escape to Wellness: Experience a Wellness Break in Doolin

In the heart of County Clare, Ireland, lies the picturesque village of Doolin, renowned for its rugged coastal beauty, traditional Irish music, and welcoming atmosphere. While Doolin is often celebrated for its lively pubs and vibrant music scene, it’s also an ideal destination for those seeking a rejuvenating wellness break amidst stunning natural landscapes. Whether […]

Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Art Galleries in Clare

In the heart of County Clare, Ireland, lies a treasure trove of artistic expression waiting to be discovered. Nestled amidst stunning landscapes and steeped in history, Clare boasts a vibrant community of artists and a burgeoning art scene. From traditional to contemporary, the art galleries scattered across this picturesque region offer a glimpse into the […]

Accommodation in Doolin: Experience Ireland on a Budget

Nestled on the captivating west coast of Ireland, Doolin stands as a picturesque village renowned for its traditional Irish music, rugged landscapes, and warm hospitality. While the allure of this charming destination is undeniable, many travellers on a budget may worry about the expenses associated with accommodation. However, fear not, as Doolin offers a range […]

Embark on a Doolin Foodie Adventure

Nestled along the rugged coast of County Clare in Ireland lies the picturesque village of Doolin, renowned not only for its breathtaking landscapes but also for its vibrant culinary scene. Embarking on a Doolin Foodie Adventure promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of Irish gastronomy, where traditional flavours meet innovative culinary techniques amidst stunning […]

Going Green in Clare- Places to charge your Electric Vehicle on your next trip!

As the global shift towards sustainable transportation gains momentum, County Clare emerges as a beacon of progress in Ireland’s journey towards greener mobility. Nestled along the captivating west coast, Doolin, and County Clare is not only renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage but also for its proactive stance on environmental conservation. One […]

Keep Discovering Doolin in 2024

In the heart of County Clare, along the rugged west coast of Ireland, lies a small village with a big reputation: Doolin. Renowned for its captivating landscapes, traditional music, and warm hospitality, Doolin continues to enchant traveller’s from around the globe. As we step into 2024, there’s never been a better time to uncover the […]

Embracing the Unhurried: Slow Adventure in Doolin 2024

Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a place where time seems to slow down, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and the richness of local culture. In a world often dominated by fast-paced travel, Doolin offers a unique and enriching experience known as “slow adventure.” This quaint […]

Join a music session in Doolin

Ireland is renowned worldwide for its rich musical heritage, and there are few places that capture the essence of Irish traditional music quite like Doolin in County Clare. Nestled along the rugged coast of The Wild Atlantic Way, our picturesque village has become a hub for traditional Irish music sessions. If you’re looking to immerse […]

Accessible Tourism in Doolin

Here in the Doolin we want everyone to enjoy our beautiful landscape, learn all about our heritage and discover all the great activities and attractions on offer. Many of our members and sites are suitable for people of all ages and all abilities. We understand it takes time to research all the places you can […]

Meet the B&B’s- Sheedy’s Doolin Boutique B&B

  Meet the B&B’s – Sheedy’s Doolin Boutique B&B Personalised hospitality will never go out of fashion in Ireland. In Doolin, our B&B’s are famous for providing that personal touch to their guests. There are few places in Ireland where you will receive the hospitality that you do in Doolin. Our B&B members have been […]

Meet the B&B’s- Daly’s House

  Meet the B&B’s – Daly’s House  Personalised hospitality will never go out of fashion in Ireland. In Doolin, our B&B’s are famous for providing that personal touch to their guests. There are few places in Ireland where you will receive the hospitality that you do in Doolin. Our B&B members have been welcoming visitors […]

Meet the B&B’s- Churchfield B&B

  Meet the B&B’s – Churchfield Personalised hospitality will never go out of fashion in Ireland. In Doolin, our B&B’s are famous for providing that personal touch to their guests. There are few places in Ireland where you will receive the hospitality that you do in Doolin. Our B&B members have been welcoming visitors to […]

Meet the B&B’s- Twin Peaks B&B

  Meet the B&B’s – Twin Peaks Personalised hospitality will never go out of fashion in Ireland. In Doolin, our B&B’s are famous for providing that personal touch to their guests. There are few places in Ireland where you will receive the hospitality that you do in Doolin. Our B&B members have been welcoming visitors […]

Meet the B&B’s- Glasha Meadows

  Meet the B&B’s – Glasha Meadows There are few places in Ireland where you will receive the hospitality that you do in Doolin. Our B&B members have been welcoming visitors to Doolin for a long time ,some of them are in their 3rd generation of running a B&B business. And they have some great […]

Meet our Musicians- Niall Sheedy

Meet our Musicians- Niall Sheedy Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a picturesque village renowned for its vibrant traditional music scene. This small enclave in County Clare has earned a reputation as a musical epicenter, drawing enthusiasts and musicians from around the world. Steeped in rich cultural heritage, Doolin’s pubs come […]

Meet our Musicians- Rachel Reid

Meet our Musicians- Rachel Reid Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a picturesque village renowned for its vibrant traditional music scene. This small enclave in County Clare has earned a reputation as a musical epicenter, drawing enthusiasts and musicians from around the world. Steeped in rich cultural heritage, Doolin’s pubs come […]

Meet our Musicians- Beanie Odell

Meet our Musicians- Beanie Odell Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a picturesque village renowned for its vibrant traditional music scene. This small enclave in County Clare has earned a reputation as a musical epicenter, drawing enthusiasts and musicians from around the world. Steeped in rich cultural heritage, Doolin’s pubs come […]

Meet our Musicians- Christy Barry

Meet our Musicians- Christy Barry Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a picturesque village renowned for its vibrant traditional music scene. This small enclave in County Clare has earned a reputation as a musical epicenter, drawing enthusiasts and musicians from around the world. Steeped in rich cultural heritage, Doolin’s pubs come […]

Meet our Musicians- Charles Monod

Meet our Musicians- Charles Monod Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Doolin is a picturesque village renowned for its vibrant traditional music scene. This small enclave in County Clare has earned a reputation as a musical epicenter, drawing enthusiasts and musicians from around the world. Steeped in rich cultural heritage, Doolin’s pubs come […]

Meet our Chefs – Robbie McCauley

Meet our Chefs – Robbie McCauley Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés, eateries and B&B’s. Our culinary experiences are […]

Meet our Chefs – Martyn Whyte

Meet our Chefs – Martyn Whyte Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés, eateries and B&B’s. Our culinary experiences are […]

Meet our Chefs – Frank Sheedy

Meet our Chefs – Frank Sheedy Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés, eateries and B&B’s. Our culinary experiences are […]

Meet our Chefs – Luca Mantoan

  Meet our Chefs – Luca Mantoan Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés and eateries. Our culinary experiences are […]

Meet our Chefs – Jamie Hagen

  Meet our Chefs – Jamie Hagen Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés and eateries. Our culinary experiences are […]

Breakfast in Doolin

Breakfast in Doolin Known as the most important meal of the day, there are few other destinations in Ireland quite as scenic to enjoy breakfast than Doolin. Our restaurants, hotels and B&B’s pride themselves on offering an impressive array of locally sourced produce for their guests all year round. Delicious smoked salmon, perfectly poached eggs […]

Meet our Chefs – Ala Puts

  Meet our Chefs – Ala Puts Here in Doolin, you can experience fresh, locally inspired dishes during your visit. Dine like a local and enjoy the tastes of the wild Atlantic and Burren region. Doolin is a culinary hub and is home to some great local restaurants, cafés and eateries. Our culinary experiences are […]

Meet our Chefs – Viv Kelly

Meet our Chefs – Viv Kelly Doolin is famous for many things. Our beautiful location on the Wild Atlantic Way. Traditional Irish music that plays in our pubs 7 nights a week. Our friendly locals and welcoming nature- and of course our delicious locally sourced food. We are very lucky here in Doolin to be […]

September Events in Doolin

September Events in Doolin Its September already in Doolin and before you know it, we will be looking forward to the cosy nights beside the fires in the pubs and windswept walks with our wooly hats! While the warm(ish) weather is still around, and a decent stretch in the evenings, there are plenty of events […]

August Events in Doolin

August Events in Doolin The summer is flying by at speed. It doesn’t matter what time of year you visit the beautiful village of Doolin. You will always hear the sound of traditional music emanating from the local pubs and lots of activities to keep you entertained. The summer months will also see plenty more […]

48 Hours in Doolin

48 Hours in Doolin (From the Perspective of Helen at Galavanting Ireland) A weekend away is always something to look forward to- whether you are travelling with friends, family or a special someone- the anticipation starts building mid-week, and by the time Friday comes around, you just want to be there. On a Friday afternoon, […]

Activities for Rainy Days in Doolin

Activities for Rainy Days in Doolin Probably the opening line of every conversation with an Irish person will involve a comment on the weather. Because Ireland’s weather has done more than sculpt our landscape, it’s shaped our very culture. It doesn’t matter what the weather is doing when you visit Doolin- there is always plenty […]

Getting Married in Doolin

Getting Married in Doolin As far as wedding destinations in Ireland go, Doolin has got it all. Romantic scenery, friendly and hospitable locals, and all the suppliers that you need to make your wedding day the best ever. If you are thinking of getting married in Ireland and you’re looking for that stand out destination- […]

Doolin, One Destination, 365 Days A Year

Doolin offers visitors a warm welcome, and an immense cultural and natural heritage, which you can discover at a slow pace, any time of the year. With traditional Irish music played nightly across the village 365 days a year, there’s never a “bad time” to visit Doolin.

Saint Patricks Day in Doolin

The St. Patrick’s festivities will kick off at the start of the week with music sessions in the pubs around Doolin, followed by Doolin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday 17th March at 2pm. The parade will gather at Doolin Pier at 1.30pm, and will begin at 2pm, traversing through the village for all spectators to enjoy. So arrive here early for a bite to eat or a pint, and pick a great spot to watch the parade from. Music sessions and gigs will also take place throughout the long weekend – it’s set to be an epic weekend of laughter, reunions, craic & ceol.

9 Reasons to Visit Doolin in County Clare Ireland!

Doolin in County Clare, Ireland is the perfect spot for a short midweek or weekend break in the west. This quaint village on the western seaboard, along Ireland’s famous Wild Atlantic Way, makes it a holiday destination like no other. With bucket loads to explore in Doolin and its surrounding area, there is something for every visitor to enjoy.
We’ve chosen 9 reasons why you should visit Doolin. Check it out!

The Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2024: 5 Doolin Businesses In The Top 25 B&Bs & Small Hotels In Ireland

The best Bed & Breakfasts, Inns & Small Stays in Ireland have been revealed, as TripAdvisor announces the winners of its Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022. We are so proud to announce that 6 Doolin Businesses who are members of Doolin Tourism have made it into the Top 25 B&Bs & Small Stays in Ireland.

The Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2023: 6 Doolin Businesses In The Top 25 B&Bs & Small Hotels In Ireland

The best Bed & Breakfasts, Inns & Small Stays in Ireland have been revealed, as TripAdvisor announces the winners of its Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022. We are so proud to announce that 6 Doolin Businesses who are members of Doolin Tourism have made it into the Top 25 B&Bs & Small Stays in Ireland.

11 Tips To Enjoy An Authentic Irish Trad Session

Visiting Doolin, you’re never too far from the lyrical sounds of a fiddle or flute. But how can you ensure you experience the very best of Ireland’s beloved musical heritage? Here are a few tips on how to enjoy the experience to the fullest.

50 Things To Do In Doolin

We’ve picked some unique things to do in Doolin during your holiday. Stay and discover more!

9 Travel Tips for Planning an Adventure to Doolin

Explore our top tips for planning an adventure to Doolin. You’ll find links to all the latest travel advice, tips on how to save money and what to do once you get here.

Meet the Makers along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way

Captivate your curiosity for local art and craftmanship by meeting some of the people who deliver brilliant taste and craft experiences around Doolin. We caught up with four local makers to get some insight into their craft, and what inspires their work.

The Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2021: 4 Doolin Businesses In The Top 15 B&Bs & Hotels In Ireland

The best Bed & Breakfasts, Inns & Hotels in Ireland have been revealed, as TripAdvisor announces the winners of its Travellers’ Choice Awards 2021. We are so proud to announce that 4 Doolin Businesses who are members of Doolin Tourism have made it into the Top 15 B&Bs &Hotels in Ireland.

Why Doolin Is The Best Place In Ireland For An Autumn Break

Looking to get away for a romantic escape, family staycation, some “me-time” or a group trip in Ireland, but don’t know where to go or what to do? Well, we’re here to tell you that Doolin is the best place in Ireland to take an Autumn break.

Russell Festival Weekend 2024: Everything you need to know!

The countdown is on for the infamous Russell Festival Weekend, which has had to take place virtually for the last 2 years, but now it’s back with a bang as a real-life in-person event, and we’re SO excited here at Doolin Tourism. With a jam-packed weekend of music, song, dance, workshops, and more, it’s not a weekend you want to miss out on so here’s everything you need to know about this year’s festival.

Russell Festival Weekend 2023: Everything you need to know!

The countdown is on for the infamous Russell Festival Weekend, which has had to take place virtually for the last 2 years, but now it’s back with a bang as a real-life in-person event, and we’re SO excited here at Doolin Tourism. With a jam-packed weekend of music, song, dance, workshops, and more, it’s not a weekend you want to miss out on so here’s everything you need to know about this year’s festival.

The Doolin Christmas Gift Guide 2023

We encourage everyone to shop local in store and online across the busy Christmas gifting season. Let’s make supporting local a year-round habit and ensure our communities remain vibrant in the months ahead. Show your Love for Local and check out our list of Doolin-inspired gift ideas.

A Very Doolin Christmas Gift Guide

We encourage everyone to shop local in store and online across the busy Christmas gifting season. Let’s make supporting local a year-round habit and ensure our communities remain vibrant in the months ahead. Show your Love for Local and check out our list of Doolin-inspired gift ideas.

Christmas Recipes From Doolin 2023

Check out these festive favourites from the Doolin locals this Christmas! From mulled wine to Christmas Gingerbread, and everything in between. View Recipes

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