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Where do I start to walk the Cliffs of Moher?

Technically, the Cliffs of Moher has two coastal cliff walks, the first starting from a small town called Doolin and the Second starting at Hag's Head. You can of course combine the two if you feel like walking 25km in total.



The most common and accessible place to start your walk is at the Cliffs of Moher Experience Visitor Centre located near Liscannor. This is the central hub where you will find parking, restrooms, and the official paved paths that lead to O'Brien's Tower. However, for a more immersive and rugged "Coastal Walk" experience, many hikers choose to start in the village of Doolin to the north or Hags Head to the south. The Doolin-to-Visitor Centre route is approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) and takes you along a narrow, unpaved cliff-edge path with some of the most spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands. Starting at Hags Head (Moher Tower) is a shorter and flatter walk of about 5 kilometers to the Visitor Centre. It is important to note that while the official Visitor Centre area has protective walls, the coastal paths from Doolin and Hags Head are completely exposed and can be dangerous in high winds or mist, so proper hiking boots and weather-appropriate gear are absolutely essential.

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You could see it on a day trip, but the best way to come enjoy the outstanding beauty of the Cliffs of Moher is as part of a coastal journey. Take a small group trip or self-drive tour from Dublin to the west coast. You could start from the north, in Donegal, and follow the Wild Atlantic Way south.

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We recommend spending a minimum of two hours at the Cliffs of Moher, though many visitors choose to spend a little longer. If you are doing the Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk, commencing at Cliffs of Moher Experience this will take anything from 2 hours each way. See Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk.

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Get to know this 15.8-mile out-and-back trail near Ballysteen, County Clare. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 58 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and fishing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.

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Distance From Doolin to the Cliffs Of Moher The Doolin Cliff Walk is 8km long, (5 miles)each way, so it's not too challenging and most people should be able to complete the trail without any problems. I would recommend giving yourself at least 3 hours to complete the walk, even if you're a relatively experienced hiker.

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Pack warm clothing and a rain jacket Be prepared for wild weather mood swings. One minute might be rainy, and the next one might be sunny. Even if you check the forecast for a general idea of the day, no one ever really knows what the weather around the Cliffs will be like. The best thing you can do is be prepared.

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The Cliff Walk is 8km each way. It takes 2 hours to reach the visitor centre. As you stroll you will be presented with amazing views of Clare's coastline, please note that the Cliffs are not visible until an hour and a half into the walk.

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Look out for marine life in the waters directly off the Cliffs, from plankton in April and May to the second-largest fish on the planet; the Basking Shark. Sea mammals below the Cliffs include whales, basking sharks and seals and you may even be treated to the sight of a dolphin pod on a calm day.

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Try one of the cliff walks I tend to recommend this to people that have no other option but to visit at peak times and that want to avoid a crowd where possible (the Doolin Cliff walk is another good option!).

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Both Giant's Causeway and Cliffs of Moher are iconic natural sights of Ireland. They are a wee bit out of the way for a short trip to Ireland and are tourist traps to put it lightly.

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Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay into the West of Ireland adventure! 100% of travelers recommend this experience. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 94% of travelers recommend this experience.

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Moher Sports Field Parking to Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre ?- 6 km (1.5 to 2 hours). Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre to Doolin ?- 8km (?2.5 to 3 hours?). Its possible to return to Doolin or Liscannor from the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre using the Bus Eireann 350 Bus or local taxi.

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Essential travel items for your trip to the Cliffs of Moher
  • Compact camera or high quality camera phone. ...
  • Rain and windproof jacket and warm clothing. ...
  • Rain proof shoes / hiking boots. ...
  • Sun protection. ...
  • Water bottle with built-in filter and snacks. ...
  • Wi-Fi. ...
  • Towels. ...
  • Hairdryer.


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Puffins burrow into the cliffs sides and nest in the grassy hillsides of the Cliffs. They are most visible while fishing in the water or on our Cliffs of Moher Ferry in the months of May and June.

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