THE CLIFFS OF MOHER - CLIFFS IN IRELAND
One of Ireland’s favourite visitor experiences, the Cliffs of Moher tower over the rugged west Clare coast. Walk the safe, paved pathways and view the incredible Cliffs that sit on Europe’s most westerly tip and enjoy the spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands. Their natural beauty has inspired artists, musicians, and poets for generations, as well as absorbing scientists and geologists, drawn by the unique landscape in which they sit. The Cliffs of Moher will leave you awestruck, creating memories that will stay with you forever.
- The Visitor Centre, itself sculpted from the landscape, hosts informative and entertaining permanent exhibits in its extensive gallery space and auditorium. Visit the on-site theatre and experience an exhilarating virtual-reality cliff-face adventure.
- The Cliffs of Moher has featured in classic movies like The Princess Bride and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
- The Cliffs of Moher was a ‘tourist attraction’ before that phrase was even heard of. In the early 19th century, the then landowner, Cornelius O’Brien, parliamentarian, and proud Clare man, built O’Brien’s Tower so that the expansive cliff views across the Atlantic Ocean from Liscannor Bay to Galway Bay could be fully appreciated. This paved the way for today’s centre to be the top visitor attraction in Ireland and on the Wild Atlantic Way.
- It is now part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark supporting sustainable tourism and has been a special protected area for birds and wildlife since 1979, home to 35 different species of birds.
See for yourself what has drawn people for over two centuries, it will stir your senses and fill your soul.
Admission includes access to all areas, secure car parking, wi-fi and contributes to conservation of the area. In addition, there are two cafes, a gift shop, toilets, first aid centre, information points, baggage storage, safe viewing platforms, audio guide, and much more. See our frequently asked questions for more information on amenities.
The Best of Clare
On the Wild Atlantic Way on the West Coast of Ireland, County Clare provides an exciting choice of activities for tourists coming from Ireland and abroad.
See and enjoy all the things Clare has to offer.
Ireland's favourite tourist attraction 2019 and 2020
Come see for yourself, why Irish Independent readers have voted us Ireland’s favourite visitor attraction 2019 and 2020

Natural Wonder of the World
Nature’s wonders surround you at the Cliffs of Moher.
Whether it be the cliffs themselves carved by time, ocean and weather into fantastic shapes and formations, the mighty Atlantic ocean or the birds, plants and other wildlife that inhabit the cliffs and the sea there are plenty of natural wonders to enjoy here.