Lisdoonvarna

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Lisdoonvarna, located in the Clare region of Ireland, is a charming town known for its annual matchmaking festival. This small town is nestled in the Burren region, famous for its unique limestone landscape and diverse flora and fauna. Visitors to Lisdoonvarna can explore the stunning natural beauty of the Burren, with its karst landscape and ancient archaeological sites.

In addition to its natural wonders, Lisdoonvarna offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with traditional Irish music and dancing found in the local pubs. The town's annual matchmaking festival, held in September, draws visitors from around the world who come to enjoy live music, dancing, and the chance to find love. The festival has a long history and is a beloved tradition in the community.

For those interested in history and culture, Lisdoonvarna is within easy reach of attractions such as the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland's most iconic landmarks, and the historic Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Visitors can also take a short drive to the vibrant city of Galway or explore the scenic coastline along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Alternative names: Population: ~740 pplCoordinates: 53°1'44"N, 9°17'23"W

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Lisdoonvarna – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ailladie, Doolin Pitch And Putt, Doolin Cave, Newtown Castle.

4.1 miNW
Climbing
Ailladie
104 min walk • Nestled along the rugged coastline of County Clare, Ireland, Ailladie, or "The Burren," is a renowned climbing spot that attracts adventurers from around the globe. This limestone escarpment, with its sheer faces and breathtaking Atlantic views, presents a challenging...
4.5 miW
53°0'47"N • 9°23'43"W
Doolin Pitch And Putt, Doolin
116 min walk • Golf
2.5 miW
Tours of a subterranean landscape
Doolin Cave, Doolin
63 min walk • Doolin Cave is a limestone cave near Doolin in County Clare, Ireland, on the western edge of The Burren. The name is the anglicised version of the Irish name Poll an Eidhneáin, which is said to translate into "Ivy Cliff Cave".
7.2 miNE
Forts and castles
Newtown Castle, Ballyvaughan
184 min walk • Newtown Castle is a 16th-century tower house, located close to the village of Ballyvaughan within the Burren area of County Clare, Ireland.
2.3 miNW
Hotel, Forts and castles
Ballinalacken Castle, Doolin
59 min walk • Ballinalacken Castle is a two-stage tower house located in Killilagh parish of County Clare, Ireland. It is of uncertain date but most likely was built in the 15th or early 16th century.
0.8 miW
Bridge
Spectacle Bridge, Doolin
20 min walk • The Spectacle Bridge is a bridge built in May 1816 over the Aille River in County Clare, Ireland.
5.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lickeen Lough
134 min walk • Lickeen Lough is a freshwater lake in the Mid-West Region of Ireland. It is located in The Burren of County Clare.
5.5 miNE
Forts and castles
Gregans Castle, Ballyvaughan
140 min walk • Gregans Castle is the name applied to both a 15th-century tower house and a Georgian-style house in the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland, near the village of Ballyvaughan. The latter dates from 1750 and is associated with the Martyn and O'Lochlainn families.
6.9 miNE
Archaeological site
Ballyallaban ringfort, Ballyvaughan
176 min walk • Ballyallaban ringfort or sometimes An Rath is an earthen ringfort south of Ballyvaughan in the Burren area, in County Clare, Ireland. It is a National Monument.
4 miE
Archaeological site
Cahermacnaghten
102 min walk • Cahermacnaghten is a ringfort south of Ballyvaughan in the Burren area, in County Clare, Ireland. It, or a nearby building, is the site of the famous O'Davoran law school. The fort is a National Monument.
4.4 miSW
Historic castle tower and scenic lookout
Doonagore Castle, Doolin
113 min walk • Doonagore Castle is a round 16th-century tower house with a small walled enclosure located about 1 km south of the coastal village of Doolin in County Clare, Ireland.